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JOB TITLE:
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TEMPORARY SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES
OFFICER – this post is being offered on a
temporary basis for an initial period of six
months, with possible temporary extension to
cover the needs of the Department
REPORTING TO:
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES
RESPONSIBLE TO:
CHIEF EXECUTIVE
JOB SUMMARY:
To assist the Assistant Director of Human Resources in the provision of an effective
Human Resource service to the Organisation within all jurisdictions.
PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
1
Employee Resourcing
Ensure that the recruitment of staff is in accordance with current employment
legislation and the Organisation’s recruitment and selection procedure.
Provide advice to managers and participate in recruitment and selection
training.
Contribute to implementing the managing attendance policy through
monitoring organisational sickness and absenteeism levels and advising and
supporting managers accordingly.
Participate in induction training as appropriate.
Facilitate the HR operational function in new business, including TUPE
transfers.
2
Workforce Information
Facilitate the provision of quarterly statistics on sickness absence to the
Senior Management Team.
Facilitate the presentation of summary information to the Senior Management
Team on staff profiles and trends.
Facilitate systems for the capture and retrieval of information are effective,
timely and accurate.
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Facilitate the completion Equality Commission annual return and Article 55
reviews within the timeframe specified.
3
Employee Relations
Provide expert advice to managers on all employment law matters.
Maintain a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of current
employment legislation and be aware of implications arising from current
European Directives and relevant European case law.
Be aware of new external changes/legislative requirements and review
existing or draft new policies and procedures as directed in-line with this.
Assist in the review and development of policy and procedures that reflect
updates in legislation.
Assist in the provision of objective advice on all employee issues to including
pay and reward.
Assist in the provision of advice to managers on structure, job design and job
assessment.
Assist in the provision of effective implementation of grievance, disciplinary
and other Human Resources procedures.
To build and maintain a good working relationship with the Trade Unions.
Participate in consultation and negotiations as appropriate.
Assist in the co-ordination of the organisation’s employment tribunal cases.
4
Management Responsibilities
Line manage the Human Resources team.
Plan, organise and control the operational Human Resources function.
Plan, allocate and evaluate work carried out by the Human Resource team
and individual team members, providing feedback on their performance.
Carry out annual appraisals with staff, providing guidance on personal
development needs, advising on and initiating development opportunities.
Identify, develop, implement, monitor, evaluate and revise standards leading
to improved Human Resource service provision.
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Participate in the recruitment and selection of staff.
Recommend operational systems and procedures to ensure a quality Human
Resources service is provided that will meet the needs of a growing
organisation.
Monitor and control resources to ensure effective use.
5
Health and Safety
Provide HR advice on legislative requirements.
To conduct all activities in a manner which is safe to yourself and others.
To be aware and act in accordance with the Organisation’s Health and Safety
Policy.
6
General
To undertake other occasional duties which are consistent with the
responsibilities of the post.
7.
(i)
Volunteering/Fundraising.
Praxis Care is a charitable Organisation that is supported in its work by
volunteers/fundraisers throughout the community. There is an expectation
that employees will volunteer for at least one event in their own time per
year to assist our Service Users or Fundraising Department
This job description is not definitive or restrictive and will be subject to
periodic review in the light of developments.
It should be noted that the duties, designation and location of the post may be
subject to changes to meet future needs of the Organisation.
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CONDITIONS OF SERVICE:
1.
Location:
The postholder will be based in Central Office, 25-31 Lisburn Road, Belfast.
Responsibility is on the employee to ensure that when using the car in the
course of employment, that proper business insurance cover is acquired and
that the car is maintained in a roadworthy condition. A mileage allowance will
be payable by the Organisation towards expenses.
2.
Salary:
The salary is £23,524 - £27,523 per annum. These amounts are calculated
on full time hours and will be pro rata according to the length of the temporary
contract.
3.
Hours of work:
The postholder will work 37.5 hours per week. The postholder will be required
to be flexible.
4.
Contract
This post is being offered on a temporary basis for a period of six months,
with possible temporary extension to cover the needs of the Department.
Should this post become permanent in nature, to ensure equality, it will be
advertised externally in a competitive manner.
5.
Annual Leave
Annual leave is 23 days per annum, plus 12 statutory holidays. These
entitlements are calculated on working over a five day week and will be pro
rata according to the length of the temporary contract.
6.
Notice required:
One month’s written notice will be required by either party to cease
employment.
7.
Pension:
A stakeholder’s pension scheme is available.
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Smoking Policy:
The Organisation is concerned about tobacco smoking and in consequence
of this a no smoking policy is in place.
9.
Alcohol Policy:
There is a No Alcohol Policy. Staff should not consume alcohol before
coming to work or whilst at work. This includes meal breaks.
10.
Trade Union:
The postholder will be encouraged to join an appropriate trade union.
11.
Equal Opportunities Policy:
It is the responsibility for all staff members to ensure a harmonious working
environment in which the dignity of all employees and service users is
respected.
12.
Appearance:
It is a condition of employment that you are presented for work in a
neat, tidy and appropriate manner.
13.
Confidentiality:
Through the course of your employment, you may become aware of
information concerning service users, staff or business operations. All
such information must be treated as confidential during or after your
period of employment.