Human Resources Advisor

Autism East Midlands; Worksop; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous occupational sick pay

25 days' holiday plus bank holidays -

Induction including autism-specialist/

Job summary

Autism East Midlands in Worksop is seeking an HR Advisor to provide expert advice, energy and judgement to managers and colleagues, shaping fair and values-led decisions every day.

You'll be the first point of contact for HR queries, bring CIPD Level 5 or equivalent experience, and translate employment law into practical, people-centred practice across services, with opportunities for progression.

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 5 or equivalent experience and up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation.
• Ability to apply HR best practice in a practical, people-centred way.
• Lead thorough investigations into conduct, capability and grievance matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead fair investigations into conduct, capability and grievances.
• Support absence management ensuring dignity and consistent policy application.
• Review contracts/change-of-circumstances letters for accuracy and clarity.
• Produce management information and reports for leaders.
• Design and deliver practical HR training and learning tools.
• Support continuous improvement within the HR team.

Skills

HR investigations

Employment law knowledge

Stakeholder management

People-centric approach

Education

CIPD Level 5 or equivalent experience

Tools

HRIS systems

Job description

Join one of the East Midlands' largest autism-specific charities and help create an organisation where people feel supported, respected and able to do their best work.

As HR Advisor, your advice, energy and judgement will help managers and colleagues make fair, consistent and values-led decisions every day.

We’re looking for a confident, engaging and people-focused HR professional who shares our commitment to making a positive difference for autistic people and their families.

This is a great opportunity for an experienced HR professional who enjoys variety, pace and the chance to shape a supportive, inclusive and high-performing workplace.

Based in Worksop and reporting to the HR Manager, you will be a trusted first point of contact for HR queries, helping managers navigate people matters with clarity and confidence.

You’ll work closely with managers across our services, making regular face-to-face visits and helping embed a positive HR culture built on fairness, consistency and respect.

You’ll bring CIPD Level 5, or equivalent experience, alongside sound, up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation and good HR practice — and the ability to apply it in a practical, people-centred way.

Key responsibilities

• Lead fair, thorough investigations into conduct, capability and grievance matters.
• Support effective absence management, ensuring colleagues are treated with dignity while policies are applied consistently and confidently.
• Review contracts and change-of-circumstances letters prepared by the HR Administrator, ensuring accuracy, clarity and a positive colleague experience.
• Produce meaningful management information and reports that help leaders make informed decisions.
• Design and deliver practical HR training and learning tools that build confidence, consistency and good practice across our teams.
• Support continuous improvement across the HR team, championing learning, collaboration and smarter ways of working.

What we offer:

• Generous occupational sick pay
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays - 33 days in total
• A thorough induction, including autism-specialist training
• Free initial DBS check
• A friendly, supportive working environment
• Excellent career progression opportunities
• Access to counselling support
• Paid maternity, paternity and adoption leave