People Advisor
Location
: Hybrid – Tues, Wed and Thurs at Southbourne Hub, Mon, and Fri home-based
Hours:
40 per week
Reports to
: People Director
Salary
: £34,000 - £37000 dependant on qualifications and experience
Why Join Tops Day Nurseries?
At Tops Day Nurseries, we've been shaping futures since 1990. As the UK's largest employee-owned childcare group, we know that valuing people is the key to success. When you join us, you become more than an employee you become a co-owner with a voice, opportunities to grow, and a share in our success.
With 38 nursery sites across the South of England, we provide outstanding early years education and childcare for babies, toddlers, and preschool children. With opportunities for Apprenticeship, Nursery practitioners, Nursery Managers & Casual staff, we are always looking for passionate individuals to join us.
We're proud to be recognised as a World's Happiest Workplace 2025 and one of the Top 10 Apprenticeship Employers in the UK
The Role:
As a People Advisor, you'll:
* Support two regions and work closely with Regional Directors & managers
* Provide expert People advice in line with employment law, ACAS guidance, and CIPD best practice
* Lead quarterly engagement surveys, analyse ENPS results, and implement regional action plans
* Deliver manager training sessions to ensure consistent People practices
* Promote company culture and values, embedding recognition, inclusion, and ethical practices
* Support People Strategy initiatives alongside the People Director
* Assist with performance management, workforce planning, and employee relations
* Occasional travel expected across regions driving licence and use of own car essential
Skills & Qualifications
* Proven People experience providing advice and guidance
* Strong understanding of employment law, ACAS guidance, and CIPD best practice
* Excellent communication, influencing, and coaching skills
* Strong administration skills – Excel, Word, PowerPoint
* CIPD Level 3 or 5, or willingness to work towards Level 5
* Ability to manage multiple priorities independently
* Passionate about promoting a positive, inclusive, and ethical workplace culture
What You'll Love About This Role
* Be part of a people-first and ethically driven organisation
* Help shape engagement and recognition initiatives across two regions
* Work in a flexible, hybrid environment
* Make a real impact on people experience, development, and culture
Why You'll Love Working with Us
At Tops Day Nurseries, we believe in rewarding our team for their hard work and dedication. Here are some of the fantastic benefits you'll enjoy as part of our family.
* Up to 60% childcare discount at Tops Day Nurseries
* Exclusive discounts & rewards via Blue Light Card and Each Person platform (gyms, cinema, shopping, travel & many more)
* Health & wellbeing support- NHS prescriptions, optical care & dental treatment
* A generous holiday allowance- including your birthday off & a wellbeing day
As well as many more exciting benefits You can view the full list on our page or Careers website
Tops Day Nurseries is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing, and we're committed to creating a workplace where everyone can thrive.