HR Advisor

Who are we?

YMCA North Tyneside is a Voluntary Sector Organisation undertaking youth and community programme work in areas of North Tyneside, South Tyneside, and Teesdale. We are part of the worldwide YMCA movement, which started in London in 1844 has grown to become the world’s largest and oldest youth movement.

Now, more than 175 years later, YMCA is operating in 119 countries, with 64 million people reached annually around the world. Guided by our Christian values, we believe everyone has potential, and we serve our communities so that all can hope, belong, contribute and thrive. 

Overview:

As we embark upon a period of growth for the organisation this is a great time to join a team where our values of Believe, Inspire, Serve and Thrive aren’t just words on a wall but the foundation of our culture and everything we do as a charity. 

We’re passionate about delivering exceptional HR customer service and creating a workplace where every individual feels valued and empowered. We’re currently seeking an experienced HR Advisor to play a key role in our ambitious 5-year People Strategy.  This strategy is designed to ensure our employees flourish by 2030 and you’ll be instrumental in bringing that vision to life.

About the Role:

As a HR Advisor, you will play a key role in providing comprehensive & valued HR support to our employees and managers. You will be responsible for a range of generalist HR activities, ensuring compliance with employment law, regulatory requirements and HR best practice. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to grow their HR career and make a real impact within a supportive and inclusive environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide advice and guidance to managers and employees on a wide range of HR issues, including employee relations, performance management, absence management and disciplinary procedures.
• Manage employee relations cases, including investigations, disciplinary hearings and grievance appeals.
• Support the recruitment and onboarding process, including drafting job descriptions, shortlisting candidates and conducting interviews.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems.
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with employment law and regulations.
• Contribute to HR projects and initiatives, such as implementation of our new HR & payroll system, employee benefits, talent development and employee engagement.
• Support the delivery of HR training to managers and employees.
• Stay up-to-date with changes in employment law and best practices.

What you’ll bring to the role:

• CIPD qualified or working towards qualification.
• Proven experience as a HR Advisor or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build strong relationships with managers and employees.  
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills with an ability to influence change.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Experience of using HR systems.  
• Strong commitment to your own learning and CPD

The perks of the job:

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working with 2 days working from home
• 5 Weeks Holiday + Bank Holidays
• Your Birthday Off!
• Flexible Public Holidays
• Free Gym Membership to YMCA Gym for you and a loved one
• Discounts at our Cafe’s, including Cafe 1879 and our Community Cafe
• Discounted fees at YMCA Day Nursery
• Discounts to holidays at our Patterdale Estate in the Lake District
• Access to a free and confidential Employer Assistance Programme (suite of legal and health advice)
• Access to 24/7 GP Helpline
• Access to Salary Sacrifice Schemes 
• Access to Reward Gateway providing 100’s of retail discounts
• 2 x Paid Volunteering Days
• Life assurance of 2x annual salary
• Group Pension Contribution Scheme
• And more!

Want to find out more about the job?

Please feel free to contact Jeanine Main (Head of HR) for an informal chat about the position by email at jeanine.main@ymcanorthtyneside.org

To Apply:

Visit this link below for our online application form http://bit.ly/YMCAonlineapp 

Closing date: 9.00 am on Tuesday 22 April 2025

Interview date:  Thursday 1 May 2025

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

We strive to create a safe and supportive environment where everyone feels protected from harm. We have robust procedures in place to prevent and address any concerns about abuse or neglect. All staff and volunteers have a responsibility to report any concerns about the safety or welfare of children, young people, or vulnerable adults. We have clear reporting procedures and we will take all concerns seriously. 

As part of our commitment to safer recruitment, all roles that involve working with children, young people or vulnerable adults will require a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check at the appropriate level including checks against the relevant Barred Lists. We are committed to thorough background checks to help ensure that those whom we employ are suitable to work with these groups.

Equal Opportunities

YMCA North Tyneside is committed to eliminating discrimination and encouraging diversity amongst the workforce. We aim to be an equal opportunities employer and we are determined to ensure no applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of gender, age, disability, religion, belief, sexual orientation, marital status or race, or is disadvantaged by conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justifiable.  Flexible work is supported, and applications from people with disabilities are encouraged. We strive to create local employment opportunities for all

Recruitment of Ex-Offenders

We believe in providing equal opportunities for all qualified individuals, regardless of their background. We recognise that people can change and we are committed to giving individuals with criminal records a fair chance to demonstrate their skills and abilities. 

We assess each applicant based on their qualifications, experience, and suitability for the role, taking into account the nature of the offense, the time elapsed since the conviction, and any evidence of rehabilitation. 

We are dedicated to creating a workplace that fosters inclusion and supports the successful reintegration of individuals into the workforce. We comply with all relevant legislation and guidelines regarding the employment of ex-offenders and we are committed to maintaining a safe and respectful work environment for all employees.