People Advisor

Askham Bryan College is a specialist land-based college based across the North of England with centres in York, Middlesbrough, Saltaire, Wakefield and Gateshead. We offer a wide-ranging curriculum to our Further Education students, including Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Management, Countryside and the Environment, Engineering, Equine, Floristry, Motorsport, Outdoor Adventure Sport, Sports Development, Coaching and Fitness, Uniformed Public Services and Veterinary Nursing. We are currently looking to appoint a full-time People Advisor on a permanent basis. Reporting to the Head of People Services, this role is responsible for ensuring all appropriate processes are followed and documentation completed for the entire employee life-cycle within the College. Roles and Responsibilities: - Serve as a trusted advisor to employees, addressing concerns and facilitating conflict resolution to maintain a positive work environment. - Collaborate with hiring managers to define staffing
needs, manage the recruitment process, and oversee a seamless onboarding experience for new hires. - Support managers in conducting performance appraisals and developing employee growth plans, promoting a culture of feedback and continuous improvement. - Identify training needs and coordinate development programs to enhance employee skills and career growth. - Assist in creating and implementing HR policies and ensure compliance with laws and regulations. - Maintain accurate employee records and analyse HR metrics to provide insights that drive workforce engagement and productivity. - Advocate for and support diversity and inclusion initiatives, facilitating training and workshops to promote an inclusive workplace.

CIPD preferred but not essential. - Minimum of 2 years of HR experience, particularly in employee relations and recruitment. - Strong interpersonal and communication skills. - Proficient in HR software and Microsoft Office Suite. - Data analysis and reporting capabilities. - Excellent problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.