Location- Stockport, Greater Manchester (12 month FTC to cover maternity leave)
Hours: 40 per week
Salary: £33,000 up to £35,000 per annum DOE
Hybrid working (3 days office/2 remotely).
CIPD Level 5
We are now recruiting for a professional, confident, and solution-focused HR Advisor to join our dedicated HR team at Cambian, part of the CareTech Group on a 12 month fixed term contract. This role will support our Education Division and will be based at our North West Regional Office in Stockport. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about employee relations and HR best practice, who is ready to make a real difference in a high-impact, fast-paced role.
In this role, you’ll become a key player in our HR function—providing impartial, balanced advice and guidance to managers at all levels. Working closely with the HR Business Partner, you’ll manage a varied ER caseload and support the continuous improvement of HR processes across the region.
Why Join Us?
At Cambian, we value our people. Your dedication won’t go unnoticed — in return, we offer:
* Competitive salary of £33,000 - £35,000 per annum DOE
* 23 days holiday plus bank holidays pro rata
* Free on-site parking
* Development opportunities in a growing organisation with a strong social purpose
Your Key Responsibilities
* Be the first point of contact for managers requiring HR advice and support.
* Lead and guide on a wide range of ER cases, including:
* Sickness absence (short & long term)
* Disciplinaries, grievances, and investigations
* Performance and capability management
* Flexible working and whistleblowing cases
* Support with suspension processes and occupational health referrals.
* Schedule and attend formal HR meetings, including accurate note-taking.
* Draft formal documentation, including outcome letters and case correspondence.
* Maintain positive working relationships with trade union representatives.
* Monitor absence triggers and ensure compliance with internal policies.
* Deliver coaching and training to managers on key HR topics.
* Support on HR projects and contribute to the development of policies and practices.
What We’re Looking For
Essential Qualifications & Experience
* Solid experience in employee relations and HR advisory work
* Confident communicating with stakeholders at all levels
* Experience in drafting professional, accurate documentation
* Proficient IT skills including Microsoft Office and HR systems (iTrent would be highly desirable).
* Proven experience providing advice on complex ER matters.
Desirable
* Working towards CIPD Level 5 OR significant experience in an HR Advisory role.
* Experience engaging with trade unions and employee reps
Personal Attributes
* Integrity, discretion, and professionalism
* Able to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities
* Approachable, collaborative, and confident in difficult conversations
* Commercially minded and solutions-oriented
* A passion for promoting fair and positive employee relations
Ready to Join Us?
If you’re driven, detail-oriented, and want to grow your HR career within a rewarding organisation that makes a difference — we want to hear from you!
Cambian is an Equal Opportunities Employer. Cambian is committed to Safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and reference checks.
Cambian will conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates. This check will be part of a safeguarding check, and the search will purely be based on whether an individual is suitable to work with children. As care must be taken to avoid unconscious bias and any risk of discrimination a person who will not on the appointment panel will conduct the search and will only share information if and when findings are relevant and of concern.