Job summary
- Main area
- Admin
- Grade
- Band 5
- Contract
- 12 months (12 month fixed term)
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Job share
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 247-SS-HRBPSC-0726
- Employer
- East of England Ambulance Service Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- EEAST Headquarters - Agile working, with some travel required
- Town
- Cambridgeshire
- Salary
- £32,073 - £39,043 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 26/07/2026 23:59
Employer heading
HR Business Partners Support Co-ordinator
Band 5
EEAST is a great place to work, great people, great career opportunities and a career that can take you anywhere. No two days are the same, if you are looking for a varied and supportive environment EEAST can offer you that and more!
Hear why our employees think it is such a great place to work:
- Great employee benefits: https://www.eastamb.nhs.uk/join-the-team/working-for-us/employee-benefits
- Our equality networks: https://www.eastamb.nhs.uk/about-us/equality-diversity-and-inclusion/our-equality-networks
- Our vision & values: https://www.eastamb.nhs.uk/about-us/our-vision-and-value
Before you apply, please visit our how to apply page for full guidance: https://www.eastamb.nhs.uk/join-the-team/working-for-us/how-to-apply
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Job overview
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This is a key role reporting to and supported by the Head and Deputy Head of the HRBP Team in assisting the delivery, prioritisation and reporting of the Trust’s HR Business Partners function. The postholder will be responsible for providing administration and business support to the HR Business Partner Team. The postholder will support the Senior Management Team with communication of complicated and sensitive information at all levels of the Organisation, planning complex activities which might require coordination, analysis and adjustments. The postholder will have the overall responsibility to manage, maintain and develop the directorate’s database management system. This post calls for a highly motivated individual who can use their own initiative, work to set deadlines, deal with complex issues and is comfortable working under pressure. The postholder requires diligence and attention to detail to manage the complex and varied workload and will undertake corporate roles and responsibilities in accordance with the grade and nature of the post. |
Main duties of the job
This is a key role reporting to and supported by the Head and Deputy Head of the HRBP Team in assisting the delivery, prioritisation and reporting of the Trust’s HR Business Partners function.
The postholder will be responsible for providing administration and business support to the HR Business Partner Team.
The postholder will support the Senior Management Team with communication of complicated and sensitive information at all levels of the Organisation, planning complex activities which might require coordination, analysis and adjustments.
The postholder will have the overall responsibility to manage, maintain and develop the directorate’s database management system.
This post calls for a highly motivated individual who can use their own initiative, work to set deadlines, deal with complex issues and is comfortable working under pressure.
The postholder requires diligence and attention to detail to manage the complex and varied workload and will undertake corporate roles and responsibilities in accordance with the grade and nature of the post.
Working for our organisation
You'll have the opportunity to work in one of the most diverse regions in the country, with the vibrant capital city just a stone's throw away and the invigorating North Sea coast to the east.
The East of England offers a unique blend of innovation and opportunity, surrounded by picturesque countryside, historic towns, and quick access to both the bustling capital and serene coastlines.
At EEAST we bring together all our skills to provide 24 hour, 365 days a year urgent care to those in need of emergency and non-emergency medical treatment and transport in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire.
We are always looking to innovate our approaches and work together to offer the best possible patient care across our counties.
We aim to represent and value the diversity of our local communities through our workforce and service provision. We therefore positively encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as Black, Asian, or other ethnic groups, individuals with a Disability, or LGBTQ+ individuals who meet the specific criteria.
We at EEAST want to support our employees achieve a balance between work and other priorities, such as caring responsibilities, family commitments, further learning, and other interests. We therefore welcome flexible working requests.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
For a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the role, including all its specific requirements and responsibilities, please consult the attached Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides an in-depth overview that will give you a clear and detailed picture of what the position entails.
Please note, should you be successful in your application, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, prior to receiving an unconditional offer, if full employment checks cannot be achieved (this will include existing and unserved disciplinary sanctions), then your offer may be withdrawn.
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (attached)
Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement - Your statement needs to indicate how you meet each of the criteria contained within the Person Specification.
Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted.
Person specification
Skills & Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Previous knowledge of administration and line management.
- Proficient in the use of IT using Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint and other IT packages including Datix or similar relational database, with good keyboard skills to manipulate data.
- An ability to always maintain confidentiality and trust.
- Demonstrate a strong desire to improve performance and make a difference by focusing on goals.
- Ability to negotiate and influence others.
- Ability to problem solve with good attention to detail.
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience of working within an HR environment.
Desirable criteria
- Previous experience working in NHS or other public sector.
Personal Qualities, Abilities and Attributes
Essential criteria
- Adaptability, flexibility and ability to cope with uncertainty and change.
- Flexible, and ability to meet the travel needs of the post, prepared to travel both regionally and nationally.
- Self-motivated and can work on own initiative.
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- CIPD Level 5 qualification or working towards or equivalent HR experience
- Knowledge of administrative procedures, range of computerised software, safety specialised terminology
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Sheeba Shah
- Job title
- Deputy Head of HRBP Team
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 00000000000
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