People Advisor
Are you an HR professional passionate about making a real difference in a supportive and dynamic environment? Join us at Chailey Heritage Foundation as a People Advisor and play a key role in shaping a great place to work.
LOCATION: Hybrid 3 days onsite Lewes BN8 4EF
SALARY: £35,000 to £38,000
HOURS: Monday – Friday 37 hours
Why Chailey Heritage Foundation?
We're a leading charity offering exceptional education and care for children and young adults with complex neurodisabilities. Our state-of-the-art facilities and compassionate team create a space where individuals thrive, and you can be part of this transformative work.
What You’ll Do:
As a People Advisor, you’ll provide expert guidance to managers and colleagues, support key change initiatives, and ensure smooth people processes. Responsibilities include:
- Offering HR advice across the colleague lifecycle
- Managing colleague relations, performance, and absence
- Supporting People projects and policy development
- Overseeing People administration and data management
Why Join Us?
In addition to a competitive salary, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:
- Discount facilities
- Enhanced pension scheme
- Healthcare cash plan
- Cycle to Work scheme
- Employee Assistance Program
- Onsite café, free parking, and more! Plus, we cover all DBS checks and renewals.
What You Bring:
- GCSEs in English and Maths (or equivalent)
- CIPD qualification Level 5
- Strong communication, organisation, and HR experience
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
- A proactive, positive attitude with attention to detail
Other useful skills and experience:
- Experience in an educational, residential, or health setting
There is a real sense of making a difference and belonging to something very special.
We don’t just offer jobs; we provide opportunities to be part of a team that demonstrates empathy and a genuine passion to help others and a capacity to build rewarding relationships. We will provide extensive support, and training, as well as opportunities for career progression.
For full details of the role, you can find the job description here. People Advisor JD
Learn more about our organisation, our purpose and values here. CHF Website
Application Deadline: We’ll be reviewing applications as they come in, with interviews to follow shortly after
Apply now for your chance to be considered to join a place where you can make a real difference.
For any enquiries please contact us by email: careers@chf.org.uk or via WhatsApp on 07591597034.
Chailey Heritage Foundation is committed to the safeguarding and protection of children and young adults. Employment will be subject to the receipt of two satisfactory professional references, an enhanced DBS certificate and occupational health clearance. It is an offence to apply for any job in regulated activity with children and vulnerable adults if you are barred from doing so.
As part of our recruitment process, Chailey Heritage Foundation (CHF) collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. CHF is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data to meet its obligations under GDPR. Please ensure you have reviewed our privacy policy prior to completing an application with us.