HR&OD Consultant: Full time role, Flexible Working Pattern. Part-time considered.
Introduction to YSJ university
Situated in the heart of the historic city of York, and with a vibrant London Campus, York St John University has a long and proud tradition as a distinguished higher education provider.
Our success is founded on the quality of academic teaching and research, our thriving campus environments, our professional and pastoral support, and our values of an inclusive, innovative and ambitious community with a strong sense of belonging.
The Team
We are a small, friendly HROD team, working together to deliver an effective and efficient service to our customers across the breadth of HROD operations, in line with the University’s People and Culture Action Plan. HROD colleagues work collaboratively and proactively with each other so that the collective service offer is recognised as being empowering, innovative and value for money; known for delivery, efficiency and instrumental in the achievement of University objectives.
We are looking for a new colleague to join our HROD team on a fixed term basis, due to temporary funding made available to support some exciting projects linked to our People and Culture Action Plan development.
The Role
We are looking for an experienced HROD Consultant to provide temporary cover within the team. You will be required to play a lead and expert role in supporting the HROD service in ensuring the provision of a professional and expert HR advice to the University. You will work in partnership with customers and other stakeholders to understand their business challenges, goals and people requirements in order to deliver an effective, innovative and pragmatic solutions to these requirements. In conjunction with the wider HROD team, you will provide professional advice, guidance, coaching and support in the application of the University’s HROD policies and procedures, as well supporting organisational development programmes and leading on the University’s Staff Wellbeing Strategy and plan.
Required Skills and Experience
You will have proven successful experience of working in a HR service, providing professional, impactful expert advice and support to managers. You will have a strong knowledge of current UK employment legislation and relevant case law, with a track record of application and significant experience of complex case management at both formal and informal stages. You will be skilled in working in partnership with representative bodies and trade unions. You will be CIPD qualified to level 7.
Further Information
For informal enquiries relating to the above two roles please contact Jo Thompson, Head of Human Resources at j.thompson@yorksj.ac.uk or Penny Foster, Head of Learning and Organiational Development p.foster@yorksj.ac.uk.
It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview. Unfortunately, this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.
Flexible, hybrid working is available with some presence on our beautiful city centre York campus as determined by business need.
We offer a range of family friendly and inclusive policies and facilities to support staff from different backgrounds. As part of our commitment to providing an inclusive working environment, consideration is given to all requests for job share or flexible working arrangements.
Application process support
We are keen to support you throughout the recruitment process. Before starting your application please refer to the attached candidate guidance which provides advice about completing the application process.
If you require a reasonable adjustment in order to apply for this position please contact vacancies@yorksj.ac.uk. Within the application form there is an opportunity for you to request a reasonable adjustment at the interview stage of the process, however if you wish to discuss this in further detail at any point in the process please do not hesitate to contact us. The following resource may help you adapt the device you are using to apply to suit your needs My Computer My Way (abilitynet.org.uk)
Please note that CVs are not accepted in place of the application form. Within the application process you will be asked to answer a selection of work-related questions. Our aim is to get to know you, and understand your individual skills and experience, and how you would apply these within the role. We are aware that AI can assist you with this, but we would prefer you to share your answers in your own words.
Our benefits package
We offer a wide range of employee benefits including -
- Excellent annual leave entitlement, including five discretionary university closure days over the Christmas period
- Disability leave (applies to staff who have disclosed a disability and is also available to staff with disabled dependants)
- Pension scheme
- Health Cash Plan after six months service
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Paid leave for Armed Forces Reservists
- On-campus courses, one-to-one tutorials, and online resources to help you develop your digital skills and work with new software
- Relocation expenses package for certain roles
- Reimbursement of Skilled Worker Visa application fees and Visa loan scheme for additional costs (if applicable to the role)
Further information about life at YSJ
Our candidate brochure provides further information about our culture, achievements and testimonials from our employees.
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