hr generalist Basingstoke, England
Job description
Grandir UK, the home of Kiddi Caru and Dicky Birds Day Nurseries and Preschools was founded in 1998, the company now operates 50 nurseries in the UK providing outstanding childcare solutions to families with babies, toddlers and preschool children. Our mission is to inspire children to grow happy, smart and healthy and thrive as individuals. Good quality childcare and education is evident when the children and family are truly placed at the centre of all we do and as a well-known and sought-after employer within the childcare sector we recognise it is our people that provide exceptional education and care with every child and family at the centre of all they do.
Are you a supportive HR professional looking for a new challenge within a rewarding sector where your contribution is valued and recognised?
We are looking for an HR Advisor who will provide support, guidance and coaching to Managers in aspects of the employee lifecycle, including employee relations in collaboration with the HR Business Partners. In addition, the role holder will be responsible for ensuring policies are consistent and HR queries are dealt with promptly and reliably
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide guidance and support to Nursery Managers on probation, absence management, maternity policies, and procedures.
- Provide support to HR Business Partners and Head of HR.
- Ensure that HRBPs are kept up-to date with any potential ER issues.
- Assist with note taking for investigations, disciplinaries, grievances and or appeals.
- Manage HR related queries with regards to processes, reward, and recognition.
- Provide support in managing the flexible benefit process.
- Align with Payroll, to ensure all employee information is correct prior to payroll cut off.
- Write and present information briefings on a range of HR related topics.
- Providing advice and assistance on policies, procedures and legislation.
- Advising on employee development.
- Contributing to the continuous improvement of HR data, systems and practices.
- Managing employee relationships, responding to any queries or problems that they have and managing their expectations.
- Line Manager development training on processes and the employee life cycle.
- Support with acquisition integration and TUPE.
- Supporting with projects.
- Maintain confidentiality in the workplace.
As a Grandir UK employee, you can enjoy the following benefits:
Incentives
- Hybrid working
- Free on-site parking
- Employee benefits portal, which includes discounts at 100s of online high street stores
- Staff referral scheme recommend your friends and family to work for us and be rewarded with a cash bonus*
- Heavily discounted childcare at our nurseries
Well-being
- Wellbeing Day an extra day off just for you which sits outside of your holiday entitlement**
- 24/7 remote GP appointments with prescriptions delivered to your home
- Healthcare cash back plan claim cash back on medical procedures such as dental care and physiotherapy
- BUPA Private medical
- Life Assurance
Recognition
- May I Say Thank You A whole month dedicated to recognising employees hard work & dedication, including an all-expenses paid awards ceremony
- Reward and recognition points turn your points into cash through our benefits portal
- Additional paid holiday for Christmas closure to spend with your family and friends
(* Terms and Conditions apply)
(** applicable upon passing probation)
Inclusion & Diversity
We aim to create a culture and an environment of opportunity, learning and openness, enabling our people and children to have a voice and be treated with respect.
We are passionate about celebrating individuals from all walks of life and we promote equality, inclusion, and diversity in everything we do.
Please apply today.
Upon application, please supply a covering letter with your salary expectation.
The Kiddi Caru Nurseries Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.
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