HR Advisor

HR Advisor – Accrington, Lancashire

Salary: £33,000‑£35,000 circa.

Hours:

39 per week. Office based.

HR Recruit, a national HR‑focused recruitment agency, is seeking an experienced HR professional to join an expanding organization in the education/care sector.

• Manage the recruitment and probation process for staff.
• Oversee the efficient DBS process under safer recruitment in Education procedures.
• Ensure all personnel records (including electronic files) are accurate, up to date and confidential.
• Provide advice and guidance to leaders and managers to ensure a first‑class HR service.
• Ensure HR matters are conducted in line with best practice.
• Coordinate with payroll over changes to staff pay.
• Arrange staff induction.
• Deliver absence‑management administration, including return‑to‑work forms and absence meetings.
• Monitor and manage staff medical certificates.
• Assist in implementing training plans and creating career pathways for employees.
• Provide general administrative support as required.
• Issue annual salary statements and data‑collection forms to all staff.
• Assist with the annual updating of the personnel handbook.
• Develop and implement strategies to optimise employee engagement.
• Maintain records of staff appraisals and ensure timely completion.
• Ensure staff leaver processes are followed, including the destruction of documentation (paper and electronic).

• Experience working within an educational setting is an advantage but not essential.
• CIPD Level 5 qualification.
• Strong numeracy and literacy skills.
• Self‑motivated with proven ability to multi‑task.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must hold a valid driving licence.

Applicants must hold a valid driving licence.

In return you will receive a salary between £33,000‑£35,000 circa (depending on experience).