Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity in our Medical Employment team as a Medical Employment HR Advisor. The is a permanent post and can be based at either York or Scarborough Hospital.
Working alongside the Medical Employment Manager and Deputy Head of Employee Relations you will play an integral role in supporting the delivery of HR activity associated with key HR initiatives predominantly for the Medical and Dental workforce, in close collaboration with the Medical Workforce teams. The role is part of the wider Operational HR team and may involve providing HR support to the wider workforce.
You will liaise with a variety of colleagues internal and external to the Trust, to support the planning and delivery of various areas of employment and reward for Medical and Dental staff.
Through effective coaching and facilitation, you will provide HR advice and guidance on the full range of HR policies, practices and procedures ensuring compliance with employment legislation and relevant Medical and Dental Terms and Conditions of Service.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for an experienced HR Advisor who has worked in an environment where they arethe first point of contact for managers, providing professional, high quality advice and guidance around NHS terms and conditions, with a focus on NHS Medical and Dental terms and condition. The HR Advisor will provide support to managers to facilitate early resolution of difficult, complex or sensitive employee relations issues, ensuring that employees are treated fairly and the risks associated with such cases are effectively managed.
In addition to providing a timely advisory service to managers, and supporting the wider Operational HR Team on general operational issues such as Medical and Dental terms and conditions of service, family friendly policies, annual leave, flexible working, civility, respect and resolution cases.
You must be able to communicate effectively and confidently to a wide range of audiences. If you are self-motivated and are looking to expand your knowledge and to further their career within HR, this could be the role you have been waiting for!
The role will can be based at York or Scarborough Hospital and we do have the ability to work remotely. There will be the requirement to attend face-to-face meeting at any of the Trust sites as required.
Please note: Interviews will be held Friday 11 July 2025 at York Hospital.This will comprise of an activity and an interview. This will be face to face.
About us
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager.
A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- An understanding of Human Resources issues
- An understanding of NHS Medical and Dental terms and conditions
- An understanding of Employee Relations issues (e.g. disciplinary, sickness, bullying & harassment, grievance etc)
- Up to date knowledge of employment legislation and good practice
- Experience of delivering training
- Experience of working to deadlines in a busy environment
Desirable
- Whilst not essential it would be beneficial for the role holder to have had experience of working in a Human Resources function in the NHS
- Associate CIPD Qualification level 5 (equivalent to the former Graduate CIPD) and at least 6 months experience of working in a HR function
Qualification
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience OR Experience of at least 2 years at an advisory level within a HR function with evidence of Continuing Professional Development OR at least 2 years' experience of managing staff in a customer-focused environment, and able to demonstrate a person-centred management and leadership approach.
- Commitment to obtain Associate CIPD qualification level 5 within 3 years of commencing in post (equivalent to the former Graduate CIPD)
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively and confidently to a wide range of audiences
- Ability to use own initiative to interpret policies, procedures and situations in order to identify pragmatic solutions/ recommendations on a case-by-case basis.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- An understanding of Human Resources issues
- An understanding of NHS Medical and Dental terms and conditions
- An understanding of Employee Relations issues (e.g. disciplinary, sickness, bullying & harassment, grievance etc)
- Up to date knowledge of employment legislation and good practice
- Experience of delivering training
- Experience of working to deadlines in a busy environment
Desirable
- Whilst not essential it would be beneficial for the role holder to have had experience of working in a Human Resources function in the NHS
- Associate CIPD Qualification level 5 (equivalent to the former Graduate CIPD) and at least 6 months experience of working in a HR function
Qualification
Essential
- Educated to degree level or equivalent experience OR Experience of at least 2 years at an advisory level within a HR function with evidence of Continuing Professional Development OR at least 2 years' experience of managing staff in a customer-focused environment, and able to demonstrate a person-centred management and leadership approach.
- Commitment to obtain Associate CIPD qualification level 5 within 3 years of commencing in post (equivalent to the former Graduate CIPD)
Skills & Attributes
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively and confidently to a wide range of audiences
- Ability to use own initiative to interpret policies, procedures and situations in order to identify pragmatic solutions/ recommendations on a case-by-case basis.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
