HR Officer

About The Company
HR Officer
Location: Home-based with travel
Reporting to: HR Business Partner
We are a care and education organisation committed to supporting adults and young people to live healthy, active and fulfilling lives, regardless of background or disability. Our people play a vital role in creating safe, supportive and stimulating environments, and our HR team is central to making this happen. As an HR Officer, you will help ensure our workforce is well supported, compliant and equipped to deliver high-quality care and education services.
As a key member of the HR function, you’ll work closely with HR Business Partners and line managers to embed HR policies, support change initiatives, manage HR cases and deliver projects that enable safe, compliant and effective services. You’ll also play a vital role in coaching managers, producing insightful HR data, and building strong relationships across the business.
About you:
You’ll be CIPD Level 5 qualified (or equivalent experience) with extensive experience ideally within the our sectors. You will need to have Complex ER experience, excellent communication skills and a strong eye for detail. You’ll be confident advising and coaching managers whilst contributing to continuous improvement and leading on change programs. This role is a senior advisor level so you will need plenty of experience under your belt to assist our large group of managers in a very fast-paced environment.
Why join us?
You’ll be part of a supportive, ambitious and values-driven organisation that puts people at the heart of everything it does and is committed to helping everyone experience a meaningful life.

About The Role
Key Responsibilities
Support the HR Business Partners and the Director of HR & Resourcing in delivering the People Plan in line with business objectives
Champion the consistent application of HR policies, procedures, and best practice, ensuring ongoing compliance with employment legislation
Lead and contribute to key HR projects and organisational integrations as agreed with HRBPs
Support and lead change initiatives, including restructures, reorganisations, and TUPE transfers
Produce, analyse, and present HR management information and reports that inform decision‑making and drive continuous improvement
Build and maintain strong working relationships across the organisation, as well as with external partners such as legal advisors
Provide support to HRBPs with shared services projects and complex casework when required
Ensure all HR cases are accurately logged and maintained within internal systems, providing regular reviews and advice
Coach and upskill Line Managers to strengthen capability and confidence in managing HR matters
Maintain accurate, up‑to‑date HR files, records, and trackers
Regularly review caseloads, identifying and escalating risks to the HRBPs and Director of HR & Resourcing
Review internal investigation reports, challenging where additional evidence or detail is required
Lead and deliver Line Manager HR inductions, onboarding support, and ongoing mentoring across the organisation
Facilitate HR clinics and deliver training sessions on key HR topics to Line Managers
Support HRBPs with SIP call actions and follow‑ups
Proactively partner with Operational teams to prevent avoidable HR issues and reduce case volumes
Attend management meetings (both in person and virtually) to provide HR guidance and support
Manage Right to Work and sponsorship processes accurately and within required timescales
Work alongside the HR Compliance Coordinator to upskill Managers on compliance requirements
Escalate any risks to the organisation promptly to HRBPs and the Director of HR & Resourcing
Identify and report emerging themes and issues within divisions to HRBPs
Act as deputy for the HR Business Partner during periods of absence or annual leavePlease note: This job description is not exhaustive, and the post holder may be required to undertake additional duties appropriate to the role as identified by the company.
Salutem Care and Education is dedicated to protecting and promoting the well-being of children, young adults, and vulnerable individuals. As part of our safer recruitment process, the successful candidate will be required to complete thorough pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS and, where applicable, overseas criminal record checks