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Junior HR Advisor. About Amegreen Children's Services. Founded in 2013, Amegreen Children's Services specialises in therapeutic residential care for vulnerable children and young people aged 5 to 18. Based in rural West Berkshire, our community of homes provides a warm, nurturing environment where children with complex needs are supported to build positive relationships, grow in confidence and achieve fulfilling lives. All of our homes are rated 'Good' or 'Outstanding' by Ofsted. Our staff are trained in the PACE therapeutic parenting model, and we offer a range of integrated services including children's residential care, education, therapeutic support and our unique Stable Futures equine programme. We are proud of the outcomes we achieve and the difference we make to some of the most vulnerable young people in society. The Role. We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised Junior HR Advisor to join the team at Amegreen. This is a hands-on role that sits at the heart of our people function, giving you real exposure to the full spectrum of HR, from employee relations and policy development to payroll support and onboarding. You will be the first point of contact for employee queries, manage your own caseload, and play a vital role in keeping our people data and processes running smoothly. If you are early in your HR career and eager to develop, this role will give you the breadth, autonomy and mentorship to thrive.
Job Responsibility
Act as the first point of contact for employee HR queries, resolving issues independently or escalating to the HR Manager where required
Manage low-level Employee Relations cases including disciplinaries, sickness absence, and performance management
Maintain accurate HR records and provide regular reporting on headcount, turnover, and absence trends
Support the payroll process by collating statutory leave, leavers, and promotions data
Administer employee benefits including pension, life assurance, healthcare, and Cycle to Work schemes
Ensure new starters are safely recruited in line with Children Care Regulations 2015 and Keeping Children Safe in Education
Assist in developing HR policies and procedures in line with legal requirements and organisational objectives
Minute meetings and provide general support to the HR Manager including drafting letters and preparing documentation
Requirements
Excellent organisation skills with the ability to prioritise workload effectively and work accurately at speed
Exemplary attention to detail and a high standard of written and verbal communication
Proactive problem solver with a can-do attitude, able to use initiative and work autonomously
Discretion, tact, and sensitivity, with a clear understanding of the need for confidentiality
Confident in building effective professional relationships across all levels of the business
Sound knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Word and Excel
Genuine interest in HR as a profession and a desire to grow as a subject matter expert
A Diploma in HR or equivalent HR qualification
A minimum of one year of HR administrative experience
Experience of working in a fast-paced environment managing competing deadlines
Experience working with young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties
What we offer
Life insurance (death in service) – 4x basic annual salary
Health cash plan (Health Shield) (after probation/eligibility applies)
Free holiday accommodation – company holiday home on south coast
Discounts – Blue Light Card + local partner discounts
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – free, confidential 24/7 support helpline