DESCRIPTION

Our Central Division plays a vital role in ensuring that our operational and administrative functions are delivered efficiently, enabling us to maintain the highest standards of care across our organisation.
Location of the role:
Remote

WHAT WE WILL GIVE YOU IN RETURN

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays + additional day’s leave for your Birthday!
• Annual leave entitlement increases based on length of service: 27 days after 5 years’ service and 30 days after 10 years’ service
• Length of service recognition awards – every 5 years
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Competitive Pension Scheme
• Initial Disclosure Check Cost covered, if applicable to role
• ‘My Possible Self’ App and health-related benefits
• Online discounts and cashback rewards – Priory Perks
• Smart Technology scheme (qualifying period)
• Cycle to work scheme (qualifying period)
• Smart Holidays (qualifying period)
• Gym Flex (qualifying period)
• Healthcare Cash Plan – Simply Health Scheme
• Eye Care Vouchers
• ‘Cash for Colleagues’ – Employee referral scheme
• Career Pathways Programme – for development and further qualifications
• Parental Leave Gift

Please take the time to familiarise yourself with the full job description attached prior to making an application.
Shortlisting may begin upon receipt of applications, and the Recruiting Manager may close the vacancy early if enough suitable candidates are identified.

WHAT YOU’LL BE DOING

• Manage a varied caseload of formal ER issues, including disciplinary investigations and hearings, grievances, performance management, sickness absence, and other HR matters as relevant.
• Lead complex internal investigations, conducting interviews and gathering evidence to produce high-quality, comprehensive reports.
• Ensure that all casework is accurately documented and tracked within the agreed systems
• Provide advice and representation for the company for relevant cases during conciliation and employment tribunal proceedings if required.
• Identify and highlight trends and lessons learned in ER casework to inform policy development and proactive interventions aimed at improving organisational culture and practice.
• Build and maintain strong, credible relationships with internal stakeholders, HR colleagues and employee representatives.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE ROLE

• CIPD Level 5 qualification (minimum) or equivalent relevant people management experience.
• In-depth, current knowledge of UK employment law and best practice.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Significant previous experience of people management in a health and social care context
• Proven track record of managing complex and high-risk ER casework from start to finish in a multi-site or large, complex organization.
• Experience and understanding of managing serious patient safety incidents and safeguarding concerns
• Experience of giving evidence at employment tribunal desirable but not essential
• Experience of the management of evidence and writing investigation reports.
• Experience and ability to convey difficult decisions with sensitivity and understanding.

We want you to succeed at Priory and thrive in your role. You will be well supported with regular career conversations. We also offer full training and numerous pathways into leadership and qualified clinical positions to help you shape your career with us.

• 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays + additional day’s leave for your Birthday!
• Annual leave entitlement increases based on length of service: 27 days after 5 years’ service and 30 days after 10 years’ service
• Length of service recognition awards – every 5 years
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Competitive Pension Scheme
• Initial Disclosure Check Cost covered, if applicable to role
• ‘My Possible Self’ App and health-related benefits
• Online discounts and cashback rewards – Priory Perks
• Smart Technology scheme (qualifying period)
• Cycle to work scheme (qualifying period)
• Smart Holidays (qualifying period)
• Gym Flex (qualifying period)
• Healthcare Cash Plan – Simply Health Scheme
• Eye Care Vouchers
• ‘Cash for Colleagues’ – Employee referral scheme
• Career Pathways Programme – for development and further qualifications
• Parental Leave Gif