Job summary
The successful applicant will undertake disciplinary investigations as the lead investigator and be responsible for multiple cases at any one time. You will be able to plan and organise the investigation processes, ensuring the terms of reference are fully investigated and that witnesses are interviewed as soon as possible, and all relevant facts and information are gathered whilst communicating effectively with all staff members.
The successful applicant must be able to formulate high quality, objective and balanced reports and outcome letters based on a thorough analysis of the facts and present to a case conference or disciplinary hearing where required and as a witness to an Employment Tribunal if required.
Main duties of the job
Under the guidance of the Head of HR Performance and Planning and Senior HR Business Partners, the post holder is responsible for undertaking and completing formal disciplinary investigations and grievance procedures in accordance with HR Policies and Procedures and employment legislation.
The post holder will be responsible for the end to end investigation process, ensuring a high quality process is completed in a timely manner. A key part of the role is providing pro-active support to staff members to support wellbeing and ensuring cases are managed to HR key performance indicators. The Management Investigator will work to a terms of reference set by a Case Manager.
About us
We are a provider of award winning, high quality mental health, community and learning disability services that look after the 'whole person', caring for their physical and mental health needs. We work with individuals, their carers and our partners to ensure that people get the right care, in the right place with the right support.
Our health care services cover all ages, so if you live in Bradford, Airedale, Wharfedale or Craven.
We know that you want your care to be delivered in your own home, or as close to your home as possible and we are committed to providing high quality community care tailored to your needs.
Everything we do is underpinned by our core values: - We Care, We Listen, We Deliver
This position is not eligible for sponsorship set by the Home Office and the skilled worker visa occupation list .
If you are currently a visa holder and your visa status expires, we may be required to terminate your employment in compliance with immigration regulations.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Job description and person specification for further details about this role.
Right to Work in the UK
Prior to your appointment you will be asked to provide confirmation of your right to work and reside in the UK. During your continued employment with the Trust, you have a personal responsibility to notify your manager as soon as possible should there be any changes to your right to work status.
Regrettably, if the role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Trusts eligibility criteria, the Trust are unable to extend your employment beyond the expiration of your current visa. The Trust is not responsible or liable for ensuring that your employment continues after this period.
As a condition of continuous employment, it essential you maintain the legal right to work in the United Kingdom throughout the duration of your employment with Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust (BDCFT). Any change in your right-to-work status, including but not limited to visa expiration, revocation, or denial of renewal, may impact your eligibility for employment with the Trust. It is your responsibility to promptly inform your Line Manager of any changes in your right-to-work status immediately and to provide necessary documentation for verification purposes. Failure to obtain or renew your visa in a timely manner is a breach of employment conditions and will result in termination of your employment. We appreciate your attention to this matter and your commitment to fulfilling this requirement promptly
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
1. First level degree in a relevant subject ( health and social care/HR/law or business) or equivalent demonstrable experience.
2. Can demonstrate participation in investigation skills training.
Experience
Essential
3. Demonstrable experience of being the lead investigator on cases of discipline.
4. Experience of preparing interview questions and leading investigation interviews.
5. Demonstrable experience of managing grievance cases.
6. Demonstrable experience of producing high quality management investigation reports and outcome letters.
7. Experience of working with staff side organisations.
8. Experience of presenting findings to disciplinary hearing panels.
9. Experience of managing equal opportunities and equality issues.
10. Experience of handling information confidentially.
11. Experience of using Microsoft office suite.