Human Resources Advisor
At a glance
- Band
- Band 5
- Contract
- Fixed-term
- Pattern
- Full-time, Flexible working, Home or remote working
- Posted
- 15/09/2026
- Closes
- 29/09/2026
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Role summary
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated HR Professional to join the dynamic Employee Relations team at University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust. The role involves supporting a diverse workforce, advising managers on HR policies and procedures, and contributing to a positive and high-performing workplace. You will be instrumental in delivering a high-quality HR service, supporting staff to achieve meaningful outcomes aligned with the Trust's values. The position operates a flexible model of on-site and home working.
Essential criteria
- CIPD level 5 or demonstrable experience or relevant HR related degree
- Proven evidence of Continual Professional Development.
Desirable criteria
- Coaching qualification or training
- Demonstrable experience of dealing with a range of HR employee relations issues in a large complex organisation
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of current employment Legislation
- Ability to resolve problems and give appropriate and timely advice
- Experience of managing basic Human Resources issues including sickness absence management, capability management, disciplinary management, grievances and disciplinary investigations
- Demonstrate a working knowledge and understanding of other key human resources fields e.g. recruitment & selection, terms & conditions and change management
- Proven experience of working in a Human Resources Department undertaking an advisory role
- Experience of delivering HR related training to varying audiences
- Experience of coaching managers
- Ability to interpret and explain Trust policies and procedures and Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions
- CIPD level 5 or demonstrable experience or relevant HR related degree
- Proven evidence of Continual Professional Development.
- Coaching qualification or training
- Demonstrable experience of dealing with a range of HR employee relations issues in a large complex organisation
- Able to demonstrate an understanding of current employment Legislation
- Ability to resolve problems and give appropriate and timely advice
- Experience of managing basic Human Resources issues including sickness absence management, capability management, disciplinary management, grievances and disciplinary investigations
- Demonstrate a working knowledge and understanding of other key human resources fields e.g. recruitment & selection, terms & conditions and change management
- Proven experience of working in a Human Resources Department undertaking an advisory role
- Experience of delivering HR related training to varying audiences
- Experience of coaching managers
- Ability to interpret and explain Trust policies and procedures and Agenda for Change Terms and Conditions
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 5 at £29,970 – £36,483 a year, across England.
This advert: £32,073 – £39,043 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust
Human Resources Advisor
The closing date is 29 September 2026
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated and innovative HR Professional to join our dynamic Employee Relations team. If you are passionate about creating positive change and making a meaningful impact on both staff experience and patient care we would love to hear from you.
Our employee relations function plays a pivotal role in supporting the Trust's strategic objectives, ensuring we are recognised as both a great place to work and the employer of choice in our community.
You will support a diverse workforce, including clinical and non-clinical teams, helping to create a positive, supportive and highly performing workplace.
We are looking for a proactive, knowledgeable and committed HR Professional who can drive this vision forward. The role is instrumental in delivering a high-quality HR service, supporting staff across organisation to achieve meaningful outcomes aligned with the Trust's values so they can continue to provide outstanding care to our patients.
We operate a flexible model of on site and home working
Locations: Yeomans Way and across site - Royal Bournemouth Hospital and Poole Hospital Interview Date: 8th October
Main duties of the job
You will develop and maintain regular contact with line managers t
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