Senior HR Advisor

Senior HR Advisor

Location:

Croydon (multi-site, South London)Salary:

c£45K+ potential 10% bonus (based on personal and business performance)Contract:

Permanent, full-time (open to 4 days per week)Benefits:

Private medical, statutory auto-enrolment pension, 23 days holiday plus bank holidaysWe are seeking an experienced

HR Generalist and Compliance Officer

to take ownership of the HR and compliance function across 3 sites. This is a

standalone role

at HR Manager/Advisory level, reporting to the Managing Director and supporting 3 Managers. You will oversee the full HR remit, with particular focus on employee relations, safer recruitment, compliance, and stakeholder management. You will also lead on HR policies, training, and inspection preparation, ensuring compliance with Ofsted and safeguarding standards.

Advise and coach managers on employee relations, performance, and development mattersLead recruitment and onboarding, including assessment centres and staff inductionMaintain HR records and the Single Central RecordSupport staff development and engagement initiativesEnsure HR processes align with employment law and regulatory requirementsProvide practical compliance support for Ofsted inspectionsSupport creation and review of HR policies, with focus on practicality and business need

About You

Minimum 8 years\'' HR experience, including advisory or managerial responsibilityExperience in regulated environments (care sector experience beneficial but not essential)Strong skills in employee relations, coaching, and stakeholder managementConfident handling confidential information and sensitive issuesCIPD Level 5 desirable

Working Arrangements

First month: full-time onsite across all three homes (within 25 minutes of each other).Ongoing: hybrid working, 2-3 days per week onsite, with flexibility depending on business needs.

Safeguarding

All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and reference checks in line with safer recruitment standards.

About Us

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive community. In line with our Diversity and Inclusion policy, we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, regardless of age, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. As a Disability Confident Employer, and part of the Nicholas Associates Group, we are committed to supporting candidates with disabilities, and we\''re happy to discuss flexible working options.We are committed to protecting the privacy of all our candidates and clients. If you choose to apply, your information will be processed in accordance with the Nicholas Associates Group of companies Privacy ..... full job details .....