About the Role
HR roles at St Peter’s Hospice give you the opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day, shaping the experience of colleagues who deliver exceptional care to patients and their families. We are looking for an experienced, proactive and values‑driven HR Business Partner to join our HR Team on a 1-year fixed‑term basis.
If you have a passion for people, enjoy leading meaningful HR projects, and want to use your expertise to drive fairness, inclusion and continuous improvement, then we’d love to hear from you!
You will be joining a knowledgeable, friendly and collaborative team at a time of exciting organisational development. In this role, you will contribute to both strategic and operational HR work, helping us maintain a positive, inclusive and supportive workplace.
The details:
Salary: £40,000 per annum FTE (£32,000 actual salary)
Contract: 1 year, fixed‑term contract
Hours: 30 hours per week
Location: Brentry / Hybrid
What we are looking for:
Strong experience in a generalist HR role at Business Partner or Senior Adviser level
Excellent working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
Experience leading HR projects such as policy development, process improvement or ED&I initiatives
Confident supporting managers with a range of ER matters including disciplinary, grievance, sickness absence and performance
Skilled in building effective, trusting relationships with leaders and colleagues
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly and sensitively
Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
Confident using HR systems and Microsoft Office
A values‑driven approach with a commitment to fairness, inclusion and continuous improvement
Key responsibilities:
Lead and contribute to HR projects including policy development, ED&I workstreams, recruitment process improvements, and wider People team initiatives
Provide expert advice, coaching and support to managers on all employee relations matters
Support sickness and absence cases, ensuring appropriate plans and escalation routes
Ensure HR activity is underpinned by legislative compliance, hospice values and an inclusive approach
Prepare documentation such as case notes, letters and outcome reports
Analyse HR data to identify trends and create evidence‑based insights
Support organisational change processes, including restructures and consultation activity
Advise managers on recruitment, job descriptions and campaign planning
Work collaboratively with HR, L&D and Payroll colleagues to improve processes, workflows and staff experience
Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and compassion within the People team