Band 5 - Employee Relations Advisor (Sickness Support) Job Summary: As an ER Advisor within the sickness support team, you will provide expert advice and case management support to managers dealing with sickness absence across a large, unionised NHS Trust. This role is ideal for someone with solid ER experience who can thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and is comfortable working across various locations. Location: Croydon (4 days on site 1 day WFH) Job Type: Temporary Duration of booking: Expected to last 4 months with possible extension Proposed start date: ASAP Pay Rates: Up to £20.16 per hour PAYE inclusive of holiday pay Hours / Working Days: 37.5 hours per week / Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pm Sector: Healthcare Based: Office / Hospital Key Responsibilities: * Manage a personal caseload of sickness absence cases, ensuring timely and effective resolution. * Coach and support line managers in applying absence management policies and processes. * Liaise with Occupational Health and HR colleagues to coordinate return-to-work plans. * Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all ER activities. * Participate in site visits and community work to support managers in different operational areas. Requirements: * Demonstrated experience handling sickness-related ER cases. * Familiarity with unionised environments and NHS or large public sector organisations. * Confident in coaching and advising managers. * Willing and able to work on-site (hospital and community) at least 4 days per week. * Organised, empathetic, and resilient under pressure
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Employee Relations Advisor