Job Title
HR Advisor – Head Office, Harrogate (12-Month FTC)
Employment type
Full-time (37 hours per week)
Contract Type
12-Month Fixed Term Contract
Location
Harrogate (with Travel To Other Localities As Required)
Salary
£31,110 per annum
Benefits
* Award winning in-house training with opportunities to develop your career
* 24/7 everyday advice helpline, giving you impartial guidance regarding any personal matters or concerns you may have
* Discounts at high street retailers and on gym memberships
* 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
* Free onsite parking
* Access to our health cash plan
* Mileage paid at 45p per mile
* Paid Enhanced Disclosure and Barring (DBS) Certificate (which you need to be able to work in social care)
About the Role
Avalon Group is an award-winning social care charity dedicated to enabling people to live fulfilling lives, however they choose. We are seeking an experienced HR Advisor for a fixed term maternity cover for 12 months. Reporting to the Head of People, you will play a key part in the charity’s strategic and cultural journey. The role is based at our Head Office in Harrogate, however we support agile working and there will be opportunities to work from home. There may also be a requirement to travel to our locality offices when necessary so access to a vehicle that can be used for work purposes together with a full valid driving licence is essential due to the location of some of our offices.
Key Responsibilities
* Provide operational HR advice with a strong knowledge of UK employment law, supporting managers with employee relations and case work
* Act as the go‑to person for managers to provide expert advice and support in relation to HR policies and procedures and ensuring they are implemented
* Work across the full spectrum of HR activities, including recruitment and onboarding
* Support any of the people team’s activities with a can‑do attitude and willingness to roll up sleeves
Qualifications and Experience
* Experienced operational HR Advisor with practical, solution‑focused advice on general HR and people matters
* Background in supporting managers with employee relations and case work
* Ideal: CIPD Level 5 qualified or equivalent (not essential)
Package
We offer an attractive package for the right candidate, which includes up to 30 days paid holiday entitlement, a health cash plan, a defined contribution pension scheme, onsite parking, and access to our employee discount scheme with a 24/7 employee assistance helpline.
Contact
For more information please contact Karen Dabell, Head of People on 07759 852789.
Application Details
Click here for the role profile.
Closing Date: 13 May 2026 at 12 noon
Interviews will be taking place w/c 18 May 2026
Due to the terms of our sponsorship licence, we are currently not able to accept applications from those requiring sponsorship. Please only apply if you are already a resident in the UK with no sponsorship requirements.
Appointment will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Certificate.
We are an equal opportunity employer – that means that anyone with the right skills is encouraged to apply, regardless of age, ethnicity, religion, sexuality or any disabilities.
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