People Advisor

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Job Title: People Advisor
Salary: £28,000 - £32,000 per annum not pro rata (dependent on experience and qualifications)
Location: Bolton (Hybrid)
Contract: Full time, Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Mon-Fri 9-5
*ABOUT US:*
At Outcomes First Group, we believe every child can thrive when given the right environment for success. As one of the world's leading providers in our sector, we deliver exceptional, research-led education tailored to each individual, with smaller class sizes and personalised learning plans. Our vision is to empower every child with a world-class education that nurtures potential and inspires lifelong learning, our mission is to unlock that potential through personalised learning and opportunity, and our promise is simple: we listen, we work together, and we are accountable to one another to make the remarkable happen.

*JOB PURPOSE:*
The People Advisor plays a leading role within OFG working with colleagues in within the wider People Services function to ensure we deliver an excellent service to staff and managers with a focus on providing excellent customer service.

This role will provide case management support to line managers and employees, working through processes and dealing with enquiries in line with policy.

*KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:*

• Acting as an advisor to stakeholders across the business with a high level of focus on providing an excellent service to your customers.
• Provide case management of Employment Relations matters
• Monitor all long term and short-term absence and long-term sickness related issues
• Support the People Administration team with escalated issues where necessary providing advice and guidance
• Implementing and administering employee policies and procedures
• Providing high performing operational People Service.
• To support the Senior People Manager in continuous improvement initiatives to support the People Strategy and Living knowledge.

*STANDARD RESPONSIBILITIES:*
There are several standard duties and responsibilities that all employees, irrespective of their role and level of seniority within OFG Group are expected to be familiar with and adhere to.

• Leads, manages and participates in an annual performance review programme
• Works, always, in accordance with the policies and procedures of the OFG Group and statutory regulations applicable to the Group.
• Observes, always, strict rules of confidentiality appropriate to the post.
• To always comply with the requirements of Health and Safety Regulations to ensure their own wellbeing and that of their colleagues.
• OFG Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all employees to work in accordance with this.
• Undertakes other duties as assigned.

*ESSENTIAL
EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:*

• Generalist HR experience within an HR environment.
• Be well organised with the ability to plan, prioritise and manage high volume of case work and queries to meet deadlines
• Be Proficient in Word and Excel. Numerate, accurate and efficient.
• Demonstrate a flexible and proactive mindset.
• Stakeholder management experience.
• Can easily build rapport with third parties and line managers.
• Proven ability to effectively manage a range of situations that may evoke a strong
• emotional reaction.
• Awareness of implications of GDPR and confidentiality of personal information.
• CIPD Qualified to Certificate in personnel practice.
• Safeguarding experience is preferred but not essential

Why join Outcomes First Group?
*About The Group*
Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of high quality special needs education and care. We are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the people we educate and care for.

We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth year running.

Our divisional brands include Acorn Education, Options Autism, Blenheim Schools and Momenta Connect

Our Mission
We commit to unlocking our pupils' potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations.
Our Promise
We Listen.
We never assume.
We work together.
To make the remarkable happen.
We are accountable.
To each other and for one another.
*Benefits
Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so you'll get an exceptional reward package including:*

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" – access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks
• Family Growth Support - inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support.

And a Market-leading Benefit Offering Through Our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, Enables You To Choose The Package That's Right For You, Including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• 100's of discount options valid in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all employees to share this commitment and undertake appropriate checks.
All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS
We are an Equal Opportunities Employer.
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.
Please note: 4DWW is subject to successful completion of your probation period and is not a contractual benefit.
Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.