HR Generalist

HR Generalist

At Oakland Care, we’re passionate about creating homes where people live, love, and are loved. We’re on the lookout for a skilled and experienced HR Generalist who shares our commitment to fostering a family-oriented, supportive environment.

Salary: £45,000 per annum (pro rata) + £3,000 car allowance

Location: Regional role - Weekly on-site visits to homes in Hastings, Eastbourne, and Kent (Travel expenses covered)

Hours: 40 hours per week

Contract: Permanent

Why Join Us?

We believe in rewarding the loyalty and commitment of our team members with excellent benefits, including:

• Enhanced Annual Leave: Extra days for those with over 3 years’ service
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Special Milestone Birthdays: An additional day off for those big celebrations
• Generous Company Sick Pay (subject to length of service)
• Refer a Friend Bonus: For successful referrals to permanent roles
• Recognition Initiatives and Long Service Awards
• Professional Membership Fees Paid

…and so much more

About the Role

As an HR Generalist, you will be the primary HR support for our care homes in Hastings, Eastbourne, and Kent, providing guidance on employee relations, people management, employee development and wellbeing. Working closely with Home Management teams, you'll lead on coaching senior stakeholders on best practices in the full spectrum of HR operations, from ER case management to employee engagement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage Employee Relations casework including absence management, capability and performance in partnership with local Home Management teams.
• Manage projects to support the People strategy and ensure these are implemented effectively at local home management level
• Collaborate on policy updates with the Director of People and Organisational Development
• Partner with L&D to facilitate talent reviews and succession planning
• Champion the company Wellbeing initiative, managing Wellbeing Champions at each site
• Oversee payroll administration for Head Office employees
• Lead and implement People Strategy projects across our homes
• Support managers to complete paperwork in relation to all ER cases, including investigation reports, dismissal letters, appeals and grievances.
• Oversee and manage HR Compliance Audits across all homes and provide concise advice as necessary to General Managers and Business Administrators.
• Collaborate with the Director of People and Organisational Development to develop and update existing policies and procedures and assist with the introduction of new or revised HR policies.
• Meet with key stakeholders to discuss people challenges and provide advice as required.
• Support the Head of L&D with talent review meetings and succession planning.
• Coach and provide guidance to key stakeholders to improve business efficiency as required.
• Manage and complete the payroll administration for Head Office employees.
• Lead and manage the company Wellbeing including Wellbeing Champions across all sites and provide updates as required.

Qualifications and Experience

• 3–5 years in an HR Business Partner or HR Generalist role
• CIPD Level 5 or equivalent experience
• Strong understanding of HR policies and processes

Our Values

We live by the values of Family, Integrity, Respect, Exceptional, and Sustainable. Join us and make a difference in a place where everyone feels part of our family.

Apply Today

Ready to take the next step in your HR career and make a lasting impact? Start your journey with us today – apply now