Band 5 HR Advisor (FTC 9 months)

Integrated Care System; Yeovil; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A health and care organisation in Yeovil is seeking an experienced Band 5 HR Adviser for a 9-month fixed-term contract to provide HR support during a significant organisational change. The successful candidate will manage HR queries, lead recruitment efforts, and ensure compliance with employment checks. Strong interpersonal skills and knowledge of employment law are essential. This role requires working closely with managers to support various HR initiatives, making it a rewarding opportunity in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Previous HR experience supporting organisational change.
• Ability to manage conflicting demands in a dynamic environment.
• Experience in/working with the NHS or public sector is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for HR queries.
• Lead on day-to-day HR casework and recruitment lifecycle.
• Support the delivery of workforce initiatives and maintain records.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Employment law knowledge

Tools

HR systems (ESR, Excel)

Job description

Are you an experienced and proactive HR professional looking to develop your career in a fast-paced, values-led organisation?

We are seeking a Band 5 HR Adviser to join our friendly and supportive HR & OD team on a 9 month fixed-term contract to cover Maternity Leave, working 37.5 hours per week.

This is an exciting time to join us as we are currently undergoing a significant organisational change programme. You will need to be confident working autonomously, able to adapt quickly to shifting priorities and manage the conflicting demands that come with delivering high-quality HR support in a dynamic and evolving environment.

As a key first point of contact for HR queries, you'll provide professional advice on a wide range of matters, including terms and conditions guidance, recruitment, employee relations, and policy guidance. You will also support managers and colleagues through different stages of the organisational change process.

We are looking for someone with strong interpersonal skills, great organisational skills, and previous HR experience supporting organisational change. A good working knowledge of employment law is essential. Experience working in or alongside the NHS or a similar public sector environment would be highly beneficial.

If you thrive in a fast-paced setting and are passionate about delivering high-quality HR support that makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

As HR Adviser, you will be the first point of contact for HR advice and support, providing guidance on issues including organisational change, employee relations, and HR policy.

You will lead on day-to-day HR casework, advising managers and staff on matters such as absence, disciplinary, grievance, and performance concerns. You will support the full recruitment lifecycle from advertising and shortlisting to offer letters, contracts, onboarding, and induction, ensuring compliance with employment checks and NHS standards.

The role involves generating reports using HR systems (such as ESR and Excel) to help deliver workforce initiatives, including staff engagement and development programmes.

Working closely with HR Business Partners, you will help draft policies, support formal meetings, and ensure managers have the tools and knowledge needed to manage effectively and fairly. This varied and rewarding role requires excellent communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to handle sensitive issues with empathy and professionalism.

About us

NHSSomerset Integrated Care Board (ICB) is responsible for implementing a health and care strategy developed by the Integrated Care Partnership. It employs approximately 350 staff across 8 directorates, each with multiple teams. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, including underrepresented groups, and are committed to equality of opportunity. We believe diverse organisations best reflect the communities they serve.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if sufficient applications are received before the advertised closing date.

Visasponsorship is not offered.

You will be required to work from our HQ in Yeovil for 2 days a week, with travel to other Somerset locations for meetings possibly necessary. Please consider this before applying.

Note for existing NHS Employees applying for Fixed Term vacancies at NHS Somerset

If you are an existing NHS Employee applying for a Fixed Term role, the role will be offered on a secondment basis only. You should gain agreement from your current employer before applying to be released on secondment. Please ensure the reference section confirms your current HR Department details.

Thank you for your interest.

Job responsibilities

The HR Adviser will act as a first point of contact for all HR queries for their People Team, including complex recruitment issues, employee relations, and HR policies and procedures.

The role will ensure the efficient delivery of HR services, contributing to workforce initiatives aligned with the NHS People Plan and the strategic objectives of the ICB.

The post-holder will be a key contact for HR and OD queries, maintain accurate records, support project delivery, and coordinate activities to ensure smooth HR and OD functions.

Provide HR advice on a range of issues to managers and staff, maintaining an empathetic and reassuring approach when dealing with complex or sensitive information.

Provide advice on employment matters, resolving discipline, grievance, sickness, capability, and bullying and harassment cases with tact and diplomacy.

Proactively modernise processes and procedures to improve efficiency and effectiveness.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The HR Adviser will act as a first point of contact for all HR queries, including complex recruitment issues, employee relations, and HR policies and procedures.

The role will ensure the efficient delivery of HR services, contributing to workforce initiatives aligned with the NHS People Plan and the strategic objectives of the ICB.

The post-holder will support project delivery, coordinate activities, and maintain accurate records for HR and OD functions.

Provide HR advice on a range of issues, handling sensitive information with empathy and professionalism.

Support the modernisation of processes and procedures to improve service delivery.