NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
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Fixed Term until 31st March 2026
An opportunity has arisen in our HR team for an HR Officer on a fixed term basis.
The HR Officer is the first point of contact for queries within NHS Borders and provides a range of professional services, which include: policy advice and guidance; case management support e.g. conduct, grievance, capability and absence management; and advice on terms and conditions and contractual changes.
Perks of working with NHS Borders Human Resources Team:
• Hybrid approach to working – working from home and on site
• Friendly and inclusive Employee Relations team to help support and develop your skills
• 27 days annual leave + 8 days public holidays (pro rata)
• Possibility of flexible-time scheme available
Main duties of the HR Officer role:
• Provide an HR advisory service
• Provide support to investigation, disciplinary, attendance, grievance or appeal processes
• To directly provide operational advice on a variety of HR issues including interpretation of Terms and Conditions of Service, Employment and Contract Law, and HR Policies and Procedures
• Supporting line managers with effective absence management and participate in appropriate ER meetings
• Project Support to deliver national directives (Reduced Working Week, Band 5/6 Nursing review) and changes to Disclosure legislation
What we are looking for:
• Qualification Human Resource Management to Diploma level or Certificate in Personnel Practice
• Experience of working in a Human Resources Advisory role
• Experience of supporting the delivery of projects
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing at all levels
• A tactful and diplomatic manner
• Computer literacy in Microsoft Office software products
• Ability to work remotely and travel to attend meetings at any NHS Borders sites
A hybrid approach to working will be applied in this role – working from home and on site. Therefore, it is essential that the post holder has the ability to travel to attend meetings at any NHS Borders sites.
For an informal discussion on the post, please contact Rebecca Wilson, Senior HR Advisor, by emailing rebecca.wilson@borders.scot.nhs.uk
PLEASE NOTE: We cannot accept late applications so please ensure your application is submitted early.
NHS Scotland is reducing their full-time working week from 37.5 to 37 hours per week from 1 April 2024 but with no change in pay. This reduction will also be applied pro rata for part time staff. This advert and any subsequent offer/contract of employment therefore reflects the new working hours. However, as not all service areas will be able to adopt the 37 hour working week immediately from 1 April 2024, you may be required to work up to an additional 30 minutes per week for a temporary period, for which you would be paid, until the service you are working in changes rosters or working patterns to accommodate the new reduced working week. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Hiring Manager.