Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a fantastic team of People (HR) professionals based at Seaton Delaval in an People (HR) Advisor role. We are seeking a motivated and conscientious individual to work within our fast-paced Operational People (HR) Team. This role is pivotal in supporting the provision of a high-quality People (HR) service that is focussed on supporting staff across the organisation to achieve outcomes in line with the vision and values of the Trust. The post will be based at Seaton Delaval, Whitley Bay, however the post holder will be required to work at other sites within the Trust on a regular basis. Ability to meet these travel requirement is therefore essential. Blended/flexible working is supported by the Trust. "Please note, for Secondment roles before an application is submitted, please ensure you have received the appropriate approval and completed documentation required beforehand, as this may delay the process if an offer was to be made." Please note we reserve the right to close this vacancy prior to the closing date once the required number of suitable applications have been received Main duties of the job You will be the first point of contact providing advice and support to line managers and employees across a range of employee relations matters, including: Management of attendance; Terms and conditions of employment; Conduct and capability; Grievance; Performance Management; Change Management; Retention and Redeployment; Dignity at Work. About us We manage three major locality hospitals at North Tyneside, Wansbeck and Hexham, plus a number of smaller community hospitals and clinics from Tynemouth to Berwick on Tweed, in addition to our state-of-the-art Northumbria Specialist Emergency Care Hospital, the first of its kind in England. We also care for people in their homes and provide services from facilities in local communities such as health centres. We give people greater choice and control over their care to help them to live independently at home and avoid hospital admission where appropriate. High quality patient care is at the heart of everything we do and we strive to ensure every single patient and service user has an exceptional experience with us. We have one of the most extensive patient experience programmes of any trust in England. Date posted 28 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 5 Salary £29,970 to £36,483 a year per annum Contract Fixed term Duration 12 months Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 319-6954543LT Job locations Northumbria Innovation and Manufacturing Hub Avenue Road Seaton Delaval NE25 0QJ Job description Job responsibilities The successful candidate will have an ability to communicate, negotiate and influence a range of managers and staff, have experience of analysing situations in order to advise on an appropriate course of action and an ability to organise their own workload to meet service needs and competing deadlines. You will be able to demonstrate an ability to communicate, negotiate and influence a range of managers and staff, and have experience of analysing situations in order to advise on an appropriate course of action and an ability to organise your own workload to meet service needs and competing deadlines. There will be substantial development and training opportunities available for someone looking to broaden their knowledge and experience within this field. Applicants for the People (HR) Advisor position must have: Degree in Human Resources or HR Knowledge acquired through relevant training and experience working in an HR environment to degree equivalent level Experience working within an HR environment and supporting managers on a range of employee relations matters A sound working knowledge of a range of policies and management procedures It is an essential requirement of the role that the post holder has a valid driving licence and is either a car owner and able to use the car for work purposes, or has a Trust personal lease vehicle which may be used for the role. However, the Trust would consider making reasonable adjustments to the role, if necessary, to enable a disabled person to undertake the role. Please note that previous applicants need not apply. For find out more about these roles please contact Julia McLaughlan, Senior HR Manager on 07768 987554. Job description Job responsibilities The successful candidate will have an ability to communicate, negotiate and influence a range of managers and staff, have experience of analysing situations in order to advise on an appropriate course of action and an ability to organise their own workload to meet service needs and competing deadlines. You will be able to demonstrate an ability to communicate, negotiate and influence a range of managers and staff, and have experience of analysing situations in order to advise on an appropriate course of action and an ability to organise your own workload to meet service needs and competing deadlines. There will be substantial development and training opportunities available for someone looking to broaden their knowledge and experience within this field. Applicants for the People (HR) Advisor position must have: Degree in Human Resources or HR Knowledge acquired through relevant training and experience working in an HR environment to degree equivalent level Experience working within an HR environment and supporting managers on a range of employee relations matters A sound working knowledge of a range of policies and management procedures It is an essential requirement of the role that the post holder has a valid driving licence and is either a car owner and able to use the car for work purposes, or has a Trust personal lease vehicle which may be used for the role. However, the Trust would consider making reasonable adjustments to the role, if necessary, to enable a disabled person to undertake the role. Please note that previous applicants need not apply. For find out more about these roles please contact Julia McLaughlan, Senior HR Manager on 07768 987554. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree in Human Resources or HR Knowledge acquired through relevant training and experience working in an HR environment to degree equivalent level. Desirable Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development European Computer Driving Licence Experience & knowledge Essential Experience working within an HR environment and supporting managers on a range of employee relations matters Proficient in word processing and in-depth knowledge of all Microsoft Office packages A sound working knowledge of a range of policies and management procedures It is an essential requirement of the role that the post holder has a valid driving licence and is either a car owner and able to use the car for work purposes, or has a Trust personal lease vehicle which may be used for the role. However, the Trust would consider making reasonable adjustments to the role, if necessary, to enable a disabled person to undertake the role. Desirable Knowledge/experience of working within an NHS environment Person Specification Qualifications Essential Degree in Human Resources or HR Knowledge acquired through relevant training and experience working in an HR environment to degree equivalent level. Desirable Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management Membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development European Computer Driving Licence Experience & knowledge Essential Experience working within an HR environment and supporting managers on a range of employee relations matters Proficient in word processing and in-depth knowledge of all Microsoft Office packages A sound working knowledge of a range of policies and management procedures It is an essential requirement of the role that the post holder has a valid driving licence and is either a car owner and able to use the car for work purposes, or has a Trust personal lease vehicle which may be used for the role. However, the Trust would consider making reasonable adjustments to the role, if necessary, to enable a disabled person to undertake the role. Desirable Knowledge/experience of working within an NHS environment Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). Employer details Employer name Northumbria Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust Address Northumbria Innovation and Manufacturing Hub Avenue Road Seaton Delaval NE25 0QJ Employer's website https://www.northumbria.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)