Are you an experienced HR professional ready to make a real impact in the education sector?A leading further education provider in the South West is looking for an HR Advisor to join their dynamic People & Culture team. Following the launch of a new people strategy in January 2025, this is an exciting time to join and contribute to an ambitious and rewarding programme of work focused on retention, development, well-being, and creating a truly great place to work.About the role:Every day is different in this busy, people-focused HR team. As HR Advisor, you'll support staff and managers with day-to-day HR matters, including employee relations, absence management, and first-stage investigations. You'll also contribute to wider HR projects, staff recognition initiatives, and ensure quality and compliance through accurate documentation, systems updates, and process improvements.What you'll be doing:Advising on employee relations, absence, probation, and policy queriesSupporting managers with formal and informal HR processesLeading first-stage absence management and identifying areas for improvementDrafting contracts, contract change letters, and monitoring HR dataCoordinating first-day inductions and maintaining positive onboarding experiencesSupporting system usage and helping to improve processesWhat we're looking for:CIPD Level 5 qualified or working towards itExperience in an HR advisory role, ideally within the education or public sectorConfident communication and strong organisational skillsComfortable working with HR systems and Microsoft Office (especially Word & Excel)Knowledge of HR best practice, employment law and employee relationsBenefits include:30 days annual leave + College closure days + public holidaysLocal Government Pension SchemeEye care vouchers and Employee Assistance Programme"Selfie Day" - one paid wellbeing day off per yearApply now to be part of a supportive, forward-thinking HR team that truly values its people.Artis Recruitment provide specialist recruitment services within HR, Finance, IT, Procurement, Marketing, Customer Contact and Executive Search. By applying to this position, you acknowledge that you have read and accept our Privacy Policy: https://privacy-policy
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Artis Recruitment
Posted 10 hours ago, valid for 22 days
Bath, Somerset BA2 2QH, England
Full Time
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Sonic Summary
- A leading further education provider in the South West is seeking an HR Advisor to join their People & Culture team.
- The role requires a minimum of CIPD Level 5 qualification and experience in an HR advisory position, preferably in the education or public sector.
- Key responsibilities include advising on employee relations, absence management, and supporting HR projects and processes.
- The position offers a salary of £30,000 to £35,000, along with benefits such as 30 days annual leave and a Local Government Pension Scheme.
- This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a new people strategy focused on staff retention and well-being.
