HR Advisor

Hours of Work: Full Time 37.5 Hours Per Week

Office Based - Monday to Friday

Location: Blackpool (Head Office)

Rate of Pay: £30,000 - £32,000

Here at ICare Group we know that our people are what makes us so special - making us the multi-award-winning organisation we are.

We know ICare is a more prosperous and fun place to work when you feel free to be authentic yourself; so we strive to do things better for our people; whether it’s getting the most out of your personal and professional aspirations, opportunity to build a long lasting career in our organisation, to have genuine belonging and wellbeing, or to have a sense of purpose that brings enjoyment and fulfilment to your everyday work.

With an impressive number of long-serving employees, its true we’re committed to our caring values, every day.

Why ICare?

• Generous salary package - we reward our people at the level they deserve.
• Blue Light Card - Highstreet discounts at 100’s of great retailers and well-known brands!
• 37.5-hour Monday-Friday working week.
• Smart casual dress code (to ensure you are comfortable).
• Refer a Friend Scheme for every person you successfully recommend - £125 for both you and the person you refer (conditions apply)
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme which offers practical, impartial support for you and your family.
• Free on-site parking.
• Our ongoing commitment to investment in the support, training and development you require to be successful in your role.
• Coaching and mentoring program - opportunities to learn and develop skill sets across multiple areas of the organisation.
• Tea, coffee, regular team bakes and treats!
  
  

A day in the life of a People and Wellbeing Advisor

You will be reporting into the Head of People and Wellbeing and as a key member of the team you will be providing direction and support to the other colleagues and provide comprehensive and professional HR support to our employees and managers. You will be advising, supporting, coaching and influencing our managers across the full employee lifecycle, as well as leading on aspects of investigation, disciplinary, grievance and capability.

• Writing and implementing policies across employee lifecycle and building relationships with key stakeholders to ensure correct understanding of policies and procedures.
• Manage a wide range of ER cases including absence, conduct, capability and grievances.
• Drafting up invites, meeting templates, outcomes and supporting with note taking where required.
• Support the Head of People and Wellbeing with Employment Tribunal preparation.
• Analysing and interpreting people data.
• Lead/Support mediation meetings to resolve conflict.
• Cross-cover workloads during annual leave.
• Deputy to Head of People and Wellbeing, opportunity to be acting up when they are on annual leave.
• Other duties as requested.
  
  

People and Wellbeing Advisor opportunities

• Career development including 1-2-1 coaching with People and Wellbeing Manager.
• Opportunity to coach and mentor a team of People and Wellbeing Assistants.
• Collaborating with the Senior Management Team.
• A fast-growing organisation where you will have the opportunity to shape the HR systems.
• Opportunity to have your hand at developing and improving HR systems.
• Head office based, open plan office with opportunity to be immersed within various departments and Senior Management Team.
• The open plan office promotes a ‘one team’ mindset of collaboration and partnership.
  
  

Must haves

• Prior experience within a similar role.
• Experience of leading on investigation, disciplinary, grievance meetings, capability hearings.
• TUPE transfer.
• Experience in coaching and advising at a management level.
• Solution driven team player.
• Expert stakeholder management.
• Specific attention to detail and accuracy of information.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  
  

Nice to haves

• CIPD level 5 or have a sound working knowledge of ACAS guidelines and employment legislation, with intention to work towards your CIPD level 5.
• Previous experience within the care sector.
  
  

If you are passionate about people, thrive in a growing environment where no two days are ever the same, then we've got your next career move lined up. Hit ‘Apply Now’ to start your journey with us.

Our culture of equal opportunities

ICare Group is an Equal Opportunities employer who is dedicated to fostering a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals. We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We do not discriminate based upon age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any applicable legally protected characteristic.

We’re committed to providing applicants with any reasonable adjustments or accommodations needed. To advise us of any support you require during the recruitment process, please contact us.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: £28,000.00-£30,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Smart/Casual dress
• Company events
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Employee mentoring programme
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Referral programme
• Store discount
  
  

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
  
  

Ability to commute occasionally:

• North West Area, Derby, Stafford, Leicester, South Ayrshire, Glasgow
  
  

Experience:

• Human resources: 2 year (required)
  
  

Licence/Certification:

• CIPD Qualification (preferred)
  
  

Work Location: Blackpool

Ready to Shape the Future of ICare? Apply Today!