Job summary
- Main area
- Human Resources
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 5
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 376-CP-0767
- Employer
- Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Tickhill Road Hospital
- Town
- Doncaster
- Salary
- £32,073 - £39,043 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 10/11/2026 23:59
- Interview date
- 19/11/2026
Employer heading
Human Resources Advisor
NHS AfC: Band 5
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the RDaSH HR team in the role of HR Advisor. This role is pivotal in supporting the wider HR function in ensuring we are offering comprehensive employment advice and support to the Trust.
The post holder will be responsible for the provision of a comprehensive range of employment services as a point of contact for service areas within the Trust
To support the provision of professional advice to managers on a range of day to day matters in line with the organisation’s policies and procedures and employment legislation and best practice ensuring a high quality, efficient and cost effective service.
Main duties of the job
- Provide professional advice and support to managers on matters relating to disciplinary, grievance, sickness absence, bullying and harassment and performance management including attendance at any associated hearings and/or support in the preparation of the associated paperwork
- To support the Associate HR Partners and HR Partners in line with the Trusts organisational change management processes as required.
- Under the guidance of the Associate HR Partner, develop and deliver in-house training initiatives, specifically relating to the people agenda and liaise closely with colleagues in Learning and Development.
- Participation in all aspects of the job matching/evaluation process including advising on grading/banding issues associated with Agenda for Change
- Responsible for the ‘at risk’ process including identification of potential suitable alternative employment and maintenance of the redeployment register.
- Develop and maintain effective working relationships with colleagues, staff side representatives and managers at all levels to support operational plan and objectives.
- Under the guidance of the Associate HR Partners monitor the fixed term contracts process within the Trust in line with Trust Policy and Procedure.
- To support the implementation, development and review of Trust HR Policies and Procedures in line with changing in employment practice and procedures.
Working for our organisation
Rotherham Doncaster and South Humber NHS Foundation Trust (RDaSH) employ around 4000 talented colleagues who are very much appreciated, valued, and respected.
We have a wide portfolio which includes mental health, physical health, learning disability and drug and alcohol services.
We are passionate about enhancing the quality of our service and we work hard to attract and select the right colleagues for our organisation. Our goal is to employ those who share our passion for providing first class care while remaining committed to our vision and values. Please view our Strategy using the link below:
https://www.rdash.nhs.uk/documents/clinical-and-organisational-strategy-2023-to-2028/
To find out more about working for RDaSH and the fantastic benefits we offer visit our website:
We are committed to inclusive cultures and really value people in our organisation, view our Allyship video on YouTube to find out more:
The main terms and conditions of service can be found here:
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please view the attached job description and person specification to view the full details about the role.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if there are a high amount of applications.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Educated to degree level with a focus in HR or Level 5 CIPD qualification or currently working towards CIPD Level 5 qualification.
- Evidence of CPD in a HR field.
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of working in a Human Resources or employee relations setting
- Generalist HR experience which involves advising manager on HR Issues
Desirable criteria
- Experience of working in a Health Service or Public Sector environment
- Experience of using ESR and Health Roster
- Experience in using databases and spreadsheets
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Demonstrable knowledge of UK employment law, fair/unfair dismissal, and redundancy
- Understanding of implementing and applying HR policies and procedures
- Demonstrable ability to analyse and interpret data
- Numerate to the level of having the ability to use basic calculations, checking for sense and accuracy
- Knowledge, understanding and application of equal opportunities and diversity
- Excellent verbal/written communication skills Ability to present information to individuals and groups
- Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and build credibility with all levels of staff, management and Trade Unions.
- Able to work on own initiative with awareness of boundaries, escalating issues in a timely manner
- Excellent team player and ability to work autonomously
Desirable criteria
- Trained in Agenda for Change job matching/evaluation
- Understanding of current issues facing the NHS
Skills
Essential criteria
- Excellent and effective interpersonal skills
- Ability to cope with conflicting demands
- Tactful, diplomatic and approachable
- Calm and analytical approach
- Self-reliant and self-motivator
- Reliable/conscientious
- Resilient and able to cope with changing environment
- Persuasive
- Ability to work under pressure
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Karen Middlemass
- Job title
- HR Partner
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07811 826364
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