SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience in a similar HR role, preferably in the healthcare or nonprofit sector.
• Sound knowledge of HR best practices, employment legislation, and HR policies and procedures.
• CIPD qualification or working towards CIPD accreditation
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships at all levels of the organisation.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise tasks and manage multiple deadlines effectively, with a high level of accuracy.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Collaborative and team-oriented approach, with the ability to work effectively with staff, volunteers, patients, families, and external partners.
• Passionate about the mission and values of the Hospice, with a commitment to making a difference in the lives of patients and their families.
• Respectful and inclusive, with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Professional and reliable, with a high level of integrity and accountability in all interactions.
• Flexible and adaptable, with the ability to respond to changing needs and priorities in a dynamic healthcare environment.
• Approachable, confident, compassionate.
• Highly ethical with a strong commitment to confidentiality and integrity.
• Compassionate and able to demonstrate empathy towards a range of stakeholders
• Able to uphold the values of the Hospice

Recruitment and Selection:

• Assist line managers with the recruitment and selection process, including drafting job descriptions, advertising vacancies, screening applications, scheduling interviews, and conducting reference checks.
• Working with the Training & Development Manager, coordinate new employee onboarding and orientation processes, ensuring a smooth transition for new hires into the organisation

The Hospice is seeking a dedicated and experienced HR Officer to join their Human Resources Team.
The HR Officer plays a crucial role in supporting the HR Manager in the delivery of comprehensive HR services to the organisation.
The successful candidate will be responsible for a range of HR activities, including supporting line managers with recruitment and selection, employee relations, performance management, training and development, and HR administration.
This role requires a proactive and organised individual with excellent communication skills and a strong commitment to upholding HR best practices and principles.
Main Duties:

Recruitment and Selection:

• Assist line managers with the recruitment and selection process, including drafting job descriptions, advertising vacancies, screening applications, scheduling interviews, and conducting reference checks.
• Working with the Training & Development Manager, coordinate new employee onboarding and orientation processes, ensuring a smooth transition for new hires into the organisation.

Employee Relations:

• Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on HR policies, procedures, and employment legislation.
• Assist with managing employee relations issues, grievances, and disciplinary matters in a fair and consistent manner, in accordance with hospice policies and legal requirements.

Performance Management:

• Support the performance management process, including setting objectives, conducting performance reviews, and facilitating performance improvement plans as needed.
• Assist with monitoring and tracking employee performance and providing feedback to managers to support continuous improvement.

HR Administration:

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date HR records, including employee files, contracts, and other relevant documentation.
• Assist with HR administrative tasks, such as processing HR-related paperwork, updating employee information in hospice systems, and producing HR reports as required.

Policy and Procedure Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with HR policies, procedures, and legal requirements, keeping abreast of changes in employment legislation and advising management accordingly.
• Contribute to the review and development of HR policies and procedures to support the hospice’s objectives and promote best practice.
• Proactively ensure that employment policies and processes remain up to date with current and future legislation