People Advisor – Havens Hospices
Join our amazing People Team and help us make every day count at Havens Hospices! At Havens Hospices, we believe that every day matters, for the people we care for and for the people who work here.
We’re looking for a full‑time People Advisor to join our small but dedicated advisory team and play a key role in delivering a proactive, professional HR service to around 400 colleagues across the charity.
You will need to be an experienced HR professional, ideally with a background working in care (NHS or similar), and a minimum of CIPD Level 5 qualification. Experience of supporting investigations, disciplinaries, flexible working, and organisational change projects is a must.
Although predominantly based at our Fair Havens & Little Havens locations, there may be an occasional requirement to attend other charity sites across Essex. Some agile working options are available after probation, but the majority of the working week needs to be spent on‑site.
We cannot sponsor; candidates must have the right to work full‑time in the UK.
Responsibilities
Provide trusted HR advice and support to managers and employees on a wide range of matters, including terms and conditions, employee relations, and policies and procedures.
Guide staff with queries relating to pay, benefits, maternity, paternity, adoption rights, and conditions of service; support and coordinate employee relations activities such as disciplinary, investigations, grievance, flexible working, and performance management meetings.
Coach line managers to handle people matters confidently and effectively; assist with management development sessions and support wider organisational learning.
Maintain accurate HR records, ensure compliance with data protection requirements, support monthly payroll processes, and contribute to policy development and culture change initiatives across the charity.
Qualifications & Experience
* Minimum of CIPD Level 5 qualification.
* Experience supporting investigations, disciplinaries, flexible working, and organisational change projects.
* Previous experience in a care environment (NHS or similar) preferred.
About Havens Hospices
We care for children, young people, and adults with complex or incurable conditions. Our specialist Care Teams support them and their families throughout illness, death, and bereavement in the comfort of their own homes and through our hospice services, Fair Havens and Little Havens.
Working at Havens Hospices allows you to give the gift of time to patients and families, creating memories. Although you may not be giving direct care to our patients, your contribution will have an immediate effect on our care services.
In return, you will receive a competitive salary package and the opportunity to work alongside colleagues dedicated to making a difference.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our employees and patients and expect all colleagues to share this commitment.
We value diversity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Employment Details
Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
Employment type: Contract
Job function: Human Resources
Industries: Human Resources Services
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