HR Adviser

We are looking for a talented HR Advisor to join our People Services team to support the business in day‑to‑day HR activities. The role is office based, requires regular travel to our central support office in Musselburgh and to our homes in the north and east of Scotland, therefore your own transport and UK driver’s licence is essential.

The working hours are Monday to Thursday 9am to 5pm and Friday 9am to 4pm. You will work alongside a small and friendly team who support each other.

• Be the first point of contact for all HR related queries, providing advice and support in line with company policies and procedures and employment law requirements. This could include matters such as investigations, disciplinary and grievance, absence, performance management, training & development, TUPE, engagement and employee wellbeing.
• Review/develop/implement employment policies and procedures, employer guides and resources, as necessary, ensuring they meet the needs of the business and are in line with any relevant legislation.
• Contribute and regularly coach, mentor, and support colleagues (one to one and in groups) to develop skills in HR related topics and employee relations.
• Complete and manage referrals to SSSC/NMC and Disclosure Scotland as required.
• Complete and coordinate occupational health referrals.
• Support recruitment and compliance of employees.
• Support the smooth onboarding of employees with early engagement.
• Involvement in and implementation of HR projects, systems and initiatives to support our People Strategy.

• Able to work independently using own initiative as well as part of a team.
• Ability to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.
• Organised with strong attention to detail.
• Have a friendly, proactive and professional manner with effective communication skills and strong relationship building skills across all levels.
• Understanding of employment law and HR best practice.
• Qualified to CIPD level 5 (or working towards).
• Experience in providing HR and recruitment advice and support to line managers and in carrying out HR/recruitment administration.
• Strong understanding of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel) and comfortable learning IT/HRM systems.
• Passionate about helping to build a culture that enables every employee to deliver to their potential and grow the business.
• Understanding of the care sector would be beneficial.

• On site car parking
• Concert for carers
• Bluelight Card
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Employee referral scheme
• 35 days annual leave
• Company pension
• Employee discount
• Free parking
• On‑site parking
• Referral programme

Job Type: Full‑time (Permanent)

Location:

In person