Hr Business Partner

The Bridge Care; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bridge Care is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to provide operational and strategic HR support across our Yorkshire services. This role involves regular travel to multiple sites and close collaboration with operational leaders to implement the people strategy.

You will advise on employee relations, support change programmes, and drive engagement initiatives while building strong relationships at all levels of the organisation.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in an HR Advisor or equivalent HR generalist role.
• Experience managing complex employee relations cases independently.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Experience supporting managers in a multi-site or operational environment.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to build strong working relationships across all levels of an organisation.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied workload and competing priorities.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly across services throughout Yorkshire.
• CIPD Level 5 qualified or equivalent experience is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Act as a trusted HR partner to managers and leaders across multiple services.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and provide pragmatic HR guidance and support.
• Support the implementation of People Team initiatives and organisational objectives.
• Coach and develop managers to build confidence and capability in people management.
• Lead and advise on complex employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, capability, performance, and absence management matters.
• Ensure cases are managed in line with employment law and policies.
• Support organisational change programmes, restructures, consultations, and service developments.
• Assist with workforce planning and succession planning activities.
• Support implementation of engagement, wellbeing, and retention initiatives.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of HR processes and practices.
• Support managers with performance management and talent development processes.

Skills

HR partnering

Employee relations

Stakeholder management

Change management

People development

Education

CIPD Level 5

Job description

HR Business Partner

Location: Yorkshire (travel required across multiple services)
Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum
Hours: Full-Time
Contract: Permanent

Join Our Team

We're looking for an experienced and motivated HR Business Partner to join our People Team and provide operational and strategic HR support across our services throughout Yorkshire.

This is an exciting opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys building strong relationships, influencing managers, and driving positive people outcomes. Working closely with operational leaders, you will play a key role in supporting the delivery of our people strategy, providing expert advice on employee relations matters, and helping to create a positive and engaged workplace culture.

As a highly visible member of the People Team, you'll regularly travel across our services, partnering with managers to ensure best practice, legal compliance, and effective people management across the organisation.

About the Role

As HR Business Partner, you will work collaboratively with managers and leaders to provide proactive, commercially focused HR support. You will be responsible for managing complex employee relations issues, supporting organisational change initiatives, improving employee engagement, and delivering people-focused solutions that support business objectives.

This is a varied and rewarding role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys balancing operational support with strategic people initiatives.

About The Role

Business Partnering

• Act as a trusted HR partner to managers and leaders across multiple services.
• Build strong relationships with stakeholders and provide pragmatic HR guidance and support.
• Support the implementation of People Team initiatives and organisational objectives.
• Coach and develop managers to build confidence and capability in people management.

Employee Relations

• Lead and advise on complex employee relations cases, including disciplinary, grievance, capability, performance, and absence management matters.
• Ensure all cases are managed in line with employment legislation, organisational policies, and best practice.
• Support managers through investigations, hearings, and formal processes.
• Identify and mitigate people-related risks.

Change & Organisational Development

• Support organisational change programmes, restructures, consultations, and service developments.
• Assist with workforce planning and succession planning activities.
• Support the implementation of engagement, wellbeing, and retention initiatives.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of HR processes, policies, and practices.

Performance & People Development

• Support managers with performance management and talent development processes.
• Promote a positive workplace culture aligned with organisational values.
• Use people data and trends to inform decision-making and recommend improvements.
• Support the delivery of key People Team projects and objectives.

About You

Essential Requirements

Minimum 3 years' experience in an HR Advisor or equivalent HR generalist role.

Experience managing complex employee relations cases independently.

Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.

Experience supporting managers in a multi-site or operational environment.

Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to build strong working relationships across all levels of an organisation.

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied workload and competing priorities.

Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly across services throughout Yorkshire.

CIPD Level 5 qualified or equivalent experience is desirable.

What We Offer

• Salary up to £45,000 per annum
• Permanent, full-time position
• Opportunity to work across a diverse range of services throughout Yorkshire
• Mileage and expenses paid in line with company policy
• Professional development and career progression opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• The opportunity to make a genuine impact on colleague experience and organisational success

Our Values

Everything we do is guided by our core values:

• Change Perceptions
• Take a Different Outlook
• Be Kind
• Understand Why Situations Occur
• Everyone's Opinion Matters

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.

Required Criteria

• Candidate must have a Full UK Driving Licence
• Candidate must have 3 years proven experience in a HR advisor level role

About The Company

The Bridge Care is a specialist UK-based care provider supporting adults with autism, learning disabilities, and complex needs to live independently in their own homes. Using a person-centred approach rooted in Positive Behaviour Support, we work in partnership with individuals, families, and professionals to create meaningful, fulfilling lives for the people we support. Founded in Castleford, our services span across Yorkshire and continue to grow with a focus on dignity, inclusion, and high-quality care.

Company Culture

At The Bridge Care, our values are the cornerstone of everything we do. They guide our actions, decisions, and interactions, shaping the way we operate as an organization. We believe in living our values every day, as they are fundamental to our identity and the quality of care we provide

Company Benefits

Vacation, Paid time off, Retirement plan and/or pension, Flexible schedule, Free parking, Cycle to work, Referral bonus, Competitive salary, Blue Light Card, Employee of the Month, Employee Recognition Scheme, Culture of recognition, On the job learning, Progression opportunities, Long service awards

Salary

Up to £45,000.00 per year