Job requirements
Essential
9 listedRequirements the employer expects applicants to meet.
- Knowledge
Ability to interpret and explain Trust policies and procedures and Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions
- Experience
Demonstrable experience of dealing with a range of HR employee relations issues in a large complex organisation
- Experience
Able to demonstrate an understanding of current employment Legislation
- Experience
Ability to resolve problems and give appropriate and timely advice
- Experience
Experience of managing basic Human Resources issues including sickness absence management, capability management, disciplinary management, grievances and disciplinary investigations
- Experience
Demonstrate a working knowledge and understanding of other key human resources fields e.g. recruitment & selection, terms & conditions and change management
- Experience
Proven experience of working in a Human Resources Department undertaking an advisory role
- Qualifications
CIPD level 5 or demonstrable experience or relevant HR related degree
- Qualifications
Proven evidence of Continual Professional Development.
Desirable
3 listedAdditional qualities the employer would prefer.
- Experience
Experience of delivering HR related training to varying audiences
- Experience
Experience of coaching managers
- Qualifications
Coaching qualification or training
Job overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and innovative HR Professional to join our dynamic Employee Relations team. If you are passionate about creating positive change and making a meaningful impact on both staff experience and patient care we would love to hear from you.
Our employee relations function plays a pivotal role in supporting the Trust’s strategic objectives, ensuring we are recognised as both a great place to work and the employer of choice in our community.
You will support a diverse workforce, including clinical and non-clinical teams, helping to create a positive, supportive and highly performing workplace.
We are looking for a proactive, knowledgeable and committed HR Professional who can drive this vision forward. The role is instrumental in delivering a high-quality HR service, supporting staff across organisation to achieve meaningful outcomes aligned with the Trust’s values so they can continue to provide outstanding care to our patients.
We operate a flexible model of on site and home working
Locations: Yeomans Way and across site - Royal Bournemouth Hospital and Poole Hospital Interview Date: 8th October
Main duties of the job
You will develop and maintain regular contact with line managers to build strong and influential working relationships, sufficient to support and advise on all aspects of Human Resources (HR) policies and procedures. This role will be key to supporting, coaching and training managers to undertake effective people management activities. These may involve sickness absence management, performance, disciplinary, grievance and harassment/bullying issues. The post holder will have opportunity to be involved in many other related aspects such as supporting Equality, Diversity and Inclusion objectives, job matching as well as supporting employee wellbeing objectives . There will also be the opportunity to be involved in the transformation work such as attending consultation meetings and advising on procedure.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For further information, please see the attached trust job description and person specification for a full list of duties and responsibilities.
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This advert is for Human Resources Advisor with University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust in Bournemouth, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Human resources advisor role. The advertised salary is £32,073 - £39,043 per annum pro rata. The contract type is 12 months (Fixed term). The application deadline is 29 Sep 2026.
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