HR Advisor - Bradford, United Kingdom - Bradford College

Bradford College

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Bradford, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Tom O´Connor

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Description

Due to maternity leave in the team, we are currently recruiting for a talented and motivated HR Advisor to join our amazing HR team at Bradford College.

This is a fast-paced role, with a particular focus on Employee Relations, so some experience of dealing with disciplinaries, grievances and sickness absence is a must.

You will have excellent communication skills, enabling you to produce complex reports and correspondence. You'll thrive under pressure and be confident to challenge and influence where needed. There will also be the opportunity to be involved in ad hoc project work.

This is a great opportunity for an HR Assistant or HR Officer looking to progress.

Responsibilities include:

Supporting local line managers and team leaders with day to day HR activities, provides appropriate advice in line with policies and procedures, and is the 'go to' expert for all HR enquiries
Resolving all queries with a solutionoriented approach, either with firsthand knowledge or by collaborating with colleagues to deliver the appropriate solution
Supporting the HR Business Partners in the delivery of HR operational and cyclical activities such as PDPs, annual salary reviews, talent and succession planning, workforce planning, employee relations and performance matters
Supporting the talent and selection requirements by: understanding business needs, ensuring a business case has been provided for each vacancy, and supports with succession planning by identifying opportunities for progression and promotion
Supporting and delivers HR training and development to management population
Attending formal hearings and meetings, ensuring accurate minutes are taken and disseminated to the relevant stakeholders
Liaising with managers and team leaders, and communicates effectively with a positive, professional and proactive approach, providing flexibility and awareness of managers' workloads and priorities, but ensuring deadlines and required intentions are achieved
Working collaboratively across the HR function to actively promote and encourage team working
Supporting the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure that the HR strategy and functions are fit for purpose and consistent with the aims and objectives of the College

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Education & Training

GCSE 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in Maths or be prepared to pass a test prior to interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then if appointed achieve within an agreed timescale
GCSE 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in English or be prepared to pass a test prior to interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then if appointed achieve within an agreed timescale
CIPD Level 3 or equivalent relevant working experience
CIPD Level 5 is desirable but not essential

Experience

Substantial experience of working in a HR environment
Considerable experience of handling varied HR generalist issues and Employee Relations matters including grievances and disciplinaries, managing casework and attending hearings and meetings
Comfortable working in a complex, challenging environment.
Experience working in the education sector is desirable but not essential

Bradford College

At Bradford College our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.

Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone.

From undergraduate, postgraduate and professional qualifications to distance learning and short community courses.

Our aim is to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues.

With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference to the lives of everyone at Bradford College.

Benefits of working at Bradford College:

Generous annual leave entitlement (6 weeks in addition to bank holidays and Efficiency Days
Pension scheme (Local Government or Teachers Pension Scheme)
Development Opportunities (training days and Personal Development Plans)
Money saving options with local organisations
Employee Assistance Programme and a range of wellbeing activities
Discounted Parking
Short walk to Bradford Train Stations
If you have the drive to further develop your skills and abilities, you will be given the support and opportunities you need to enhance your career. This includes access to inhouse training and CPD, professional and academic qualifications and mentoring.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Pre-employment checks will be undertaken for this post including a check with the Disclosure and Barring Service.