Supportive Bridge is recruiting on behalf of Five Rivers Child Care Ltd for a People Partner to join their Children's Residential Services team in Salisbury, UK on a 12-month maternity cover contract.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional to provide strategic and operational people support across residential services. You will work closely with managers and leaders to build strong teams, support employee relations, and contribute to a positive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

Provide HR advice and coaching to managers and senior leaders.
Support employee relations matters, including absence, performance, conduct, and grievance cases.
Assist with workforce planning, recruitment, and employee engagement.
Analyse people data to identify trends and support decision-making.
Contribute to HR projects, policy implementation, and continuous improvement.
Travel to residential services as required to support operational teams.

Requirements

Experience in a People Partner, HR Advisor, HR Business Partner, or similar role.
Strong knowledge of UK employment legislation and employee relations.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
CIPD qualification or equivalent experience.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and build strong working relationships.

Benefits

Competitive salary of approximately £45k to £50k per year.
Car allowance.
Company pension scheme.
Medical cashback plan.
Blue Light Card.
Ongoing professional development.
Employee referral bonuses.

Location: Salisbury, UK