About this job
HR Assistant
Position: HR Assistant
Location: 17 Europa View, Sheffield Business Park, S9 1HX (minimum 3 days per week in the office/ ad hoc travel to care homes when required)
Contract type: Permanent 40 hours
Rate: £27,872.26
This is an exciting opportunity to join our rapidly growing organisation as a HR Assistant.
In this role, you’ll be a key member of the Human Resources (HR) Team and support with all aspects of HR documentation including people and business data.
About Exemplar Health Care
Exemplar Health Care is one of the country’s leading nursing care providers for adults living with complex needs.
We have 54 care homes across England that support adults living with complex mental health needs, dementia, neuro-disabilities and physical disabilities.
As well as stable and secure employment opportunities, we offer great benefits and perks, and plenty of opportunities to learn, develop and progress.
About the role
As HR Assistant, you’ll provide professional, efficient and comprehensive HR support across the company and manage key functions including recruitment onboarding, employee relations, HR administration, compliance and staff well-being initiatives.
No two days will ever be the same, but your day-to-day responsibilities will include:
respond to routine questions from colleagues and managers on topics such as annual leave, sickness reporting, contractual terms, maternity/paternity leave, and probationary periods.
advise managers and staff on how to access and complete HR related forms and documents
triage more complex or sensitive issues to the appropriate Employee relations manager or HR Business Partner, ensuring continuity of service and timely escalation
maintain a log of frequently asked questions and recurring issues to support improvements in HR service delivery and to identify potential training needs
signpost colleagues to relevant internal resources (e.g. policy, MyExemplar and wellbeing support, to encourage self-service where appropriate)
deliver a consistent and approachable HR presence across our homes, reinforcing a positive and responsive people focused culture
support new managers with onboarding tools and procedural checklists.
Download the job description for a full list of responsibilities.
About you
Above all, you’re someone who identifies with our values of fun, integrity, responsiveness, success and teamwork.
As a HR Assistant with Exemplar Health Care, previous HR experience is essential, preferably across a variety of disciplines.
You’ll also have:
CIPD qualification level 3 or above
• strong knowledge of HR best practices and employment legislation
• excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• strong organisational and administrative skills
• the ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality
• IT proficiency, including HRIS systems, MS Office, and reporting tools
• the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
What we offer
We offer great rewards and perks including:
• excellent supervision, peer support, learning opportunities and career prospects
• workplace pension scheme
• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Wellbeing services
• retail and lifestyle discounts
• free DBS check
• 24/7 counselling and support
• Blue Light Card eligibility.
How to apply
Sound good? We’d love to hear from you. Click the button to ‘APPLY NOW’.
For an informal chat about joining us, please contact recruitment@exemplarhc.com or call 01709 565 700.
About Exemplar Health Care
Exemplar Health Care operates over 50 care homes across the UK and is the nation’s leading provider of complex care.
Our commitment to quality is reflected in our homes, where the percentage of 'Good' and 'Outstanding' CQC ratings far exceeds the national average.
Unlike other providers, our staffing levels are based on individual need. This means you’ll have more time to provide truly person-centered care, making a real difference in the lives of those you support.
Our care
The people we support have unique needs and stories, but one thing stays the same across all our homes - we empower individuals to achieve personal goals in a safe and supportive environment.
Induction
Every new colleague attends an induction to learn about our company and complete mandatory and role-specific training, equipping you with the skills and knowledge to deliver exceptional care.
Career development
Whether your goals are in care, nursing, management, quality or support, we provide the confidence, skills and knowledge to help you excel in your role and advance your career, if you wish.
Colleague wellbeing
Happy, healthy colleagues mean better care for those we support. We offer a range of initiatives to ensure our colleagues thrive in safe and supportive environments.
Rewards and benefits
From paid RCNi Learning access and NMC PIN payments for nurses to lifestyle and retail discounts for everyone, our rewards ensure your career is as fulfilling as it is rewarding.
Colleague stories
From care homes to central support services, everyone plays a vital role. Hear from colleagues across various roles about what it’s like to work with us.