Job summary

We are looking to appoint an Employee Relations Officer on a permanent basis.

As part of our dedicated employee relations team, you will play a pivotal role in supporting managers across the Trust with effective support and advice with a clear focus on managing sickness absence ensuring our policies are effectively and compassionately implemented.

A full, current UK driving licence and access to a vehicle fit and insured for business use are required for this post. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled staff in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

Manage and monitor employee sickness absence, ensuring compliance with policies and procedures.

To support managers in the provision of timely support / intervention to colleagues who commence a period of short term or long-term sickness absence management.

Provide professional advice and support to managers on matters relating to, sickness absence including supporting at any associated sickness review meetings and/or support in the preparation of the associated paperwork.

Support managers in their awareness of Health and Wellbeing support and liaise with support services such as occupational health services as necessary.

Advise on best practices and legal requirements related to sickness absence.

About us

#TeamNottsHC comprises over 11,000 dedicated colleagues who #MakeADifference every day. We deliver intellectual disability, mental health, community health, forensic, and offender healthcare services across Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Lincolnshire, and South Yorkshire. Our care is provided from over 200 sites, spanning community locations, acute settings, and secure environments, including prisons.

We are one of the largest mental health and community Trusts in the East Midlands and one of Nottinghamshire's biggest employers. We also host national and regional services, such as the National High Secure Deaf Service and the Nottingham Centre for Transgender Health.

We offer a variety of employee-led staff networks, including Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) groups, the Green Champions network, the Freedom to Speak Up network, the Health and Wellbeing Champions network, and the Menopause Champions network. These networks play a vital role in supporting our diverse workforce and promoting a culture of inclusivity.

The health and wellbeing of our colleagues is a top priority. We invest significantly in this through our in-house occupational health and staff counselling services, supported by a dedicated Health and Wellbeing team.

The Trust is committed to reducing its carbon emissions, with a specialised Energy and Environmental team working to ensure compliance with environmental legislation, enhance our environmental performance, and achieve our net-zero commitment

Details

Date posted

16 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 4

Salary

£28,392 to £31,157 a year per annum (pro rata for part time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

186-934-26-CS

Job locations

Duncan MacMillan House

Porchester Road

Mapperley

NG3 6AA

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are looking for colleagues who have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and build credibility with all including employees, management and Staff Side. Successful post holders will be experienced in a HR setting, possess a Level 3 HR qualification, have a willingness to undertake training to role, be self-motivated, resilient and passionate about making a difference and supporting managers and employees alike.

Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa.

Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa.

Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £20.00 (standard) or £41.00 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment.

You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.

Job description Job responsibilities We are looking for colleagues who have excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and build credibility with all including employees, management and Staff Side. Successful post holders will be experienced in a HR setting, possess a Level 3 HR qualification, have a willingness to undertake training to role, be self-motivated, resilient and passionate about making a difference and supporting managers and employees alike. Please note that this post does not meet the pay level required for a Skilled worker visa. Successful applicants with no prior NHS experience would normally be placed at the bottom of the band in line with Agenda for Change. This salary is below the minimum salary required for sponsorship for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. In these circumstances the Trust would not, therefore, be able to sponsor for a Skilled Worker / Health & Care visa. Applicants requiring a Skilled Worker Visa can determine the likelihood of obtaining a Certificate of Sponsorship against the relevant criteria here https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa Please note applicants will be required to pay for their DBS check. Costs are deducted from salary following appointment. The cost of the DBS application is £20.00 (standard) or £41.00 (enhanced), this cost will be deducted from your salary over the first 2 months of employment. You are encouraged to enrol for the DBS Update Service. An annual fee of £16 per year applies.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• oLevel 3 CIPD qualification or other

Desirable

• oHR degree
• oCIPD level 5 qualification

Experience

Essential

• oAble to demonstrate relevant competencies acquired through ongoing experience within a HR or employee relations setting.
• oExperience of advising and supporting managers
• oExperience of working with computer databases/systems/reports

Desirable

• oExperience of working in a Health Service or Public Sector environment

Skills

Essential

• oExcellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and build credibility with all levels of staff, management and Trade Unions.
• oAbility to understand and interpret data and policy documentation
• oTactful, diplomatic and approachable
• oAbility to plan, organise and prioritise own work
• oComputer literate with working knowledge of all Microsoft Office packages
• oAbility to work on own initiative, follow instructions and guidelines

Contractual Requirements

Essential

• oA full, current UK driving licence and access to a vehicle fit and insured for business use are required for this post. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled staff in line with the Equality Act 2010.

Knowledge

Essential

• oUp to date knowledge of employment law
• oA basic awareness of current HR issues and best practice
• oKnowledge, understanding and application of EDI
• oEvidence of CPD
• oEvidence of delivering high standards of customer care

Desirable

• oUnderstanding of current issues facing the NHS

Person Specification Qualifications Essential oLevel 3 CIPD qualification or other Desirable oHR degree oCIPD level 5 qualification Experience Essential oAble to demonstrate relevant competencies acquired through ongoing experience within a HR or employee relations setting. oExperience of advising and supporting managers oExperience of working with computer databases/systems/reports Desirable oExperience of working in a Health Service or Public Sector environment Skills Essential oExcellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and build credibility with all levels of staff, management and Trade Unions. oAbility to understand and interpret data and policy documentation oTactful, diplomatic and approachable oAbility to plan, organise and prioritise own work oComputer literate with working knowledge of all Microsoft Office packages oAbility to work on own initiative, follow instructions and guidelines Contractual Requirements Essential oA full, current UK driving licence and access to a vehicle fit and insured for business use are required for this post. Reasonable adjustments will be made for disabled staff in line with the Equality Act 2010. Knowledge Essential oUp to date knowledge of employment law oA basic awareness of current HR issues and best practice oKnowledge, understanding and application of EDI oEvidence of CPD oEvidence of delivering high standards of customer care Desirable oUnderstanding of current issues facing the NHS

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Duncan MacMillan House

Porchester Road

Mapperley

NG3 6AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Duncan MacMillan House

Porchester Road

Mapperley

NG3 6AA

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.nottinghamshirehealthcare.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)