Job Description

Salary: 31,518 - 34,790 per annum pro rata, depending on experience


Hours: 21-26 hours per week, worked 3-4 days per week


Location: Milton Keynes


Closing Date: 9th July 2025


About the role


At Willen Hospice, we are proud to deliver compassionate, high-quality palliative and end-of-life care to our community. Our incredible teams make this possible - and we're here to support them just as wholeheartedly.



We are now seeking an experienced and proactive HR Advisor to join our dedicated People Services team.



As HR Advisor to our Clinical and Support Services teams, you will play a key role in providing expert guidance and hands-on support to managers, employees and volunteers across the Hospice. Working closely with the Head of People Services, you will be involved in a wide range of HR activities, helping to shape an inclusive, supportive workplace culture that truly reflects our values and strategic goals.



What you'll do:



? Support our amazing staff and volunteers across the employee lifecycle



? Advising and supporting managers and employees on policies, procedures and best practices



? Lead or support employee relations matters including disciplinary, grievance and attendance management



? Help us shape a positive, inclusive and values-driven workplace culture



? Contribute to the development and implementation of People initiatives to enhance employee engagement and wellbeing

What you'll need:

Excellent time management skills are necessary for this role, as is the ability to develop and maintain excellent working relationships at all levels. You will be self-motivated to work autonomously and manage your own workload. Ideally CIPD qualified with a minimum of 3 years relevant, demonstrable experience. Experience of working within an NHS or health setting would be advantageous.

Who we are:

Set in the tranquil grounds of Willen Lake, Willen Hospice is the leading provider of specialist palliative care in the Milton Keynes area. We offer round-the-clock, expert care to local patients with a life-limiting illness, both in their own homes and in our In-Patient Unit. Our passionate staff and volunteers make sure our care is personalised to each patient's needs and supports their loved ones too. We have a thriving Therapeutic & Wellbeing service providing counselling, physiotherapy, activity groups and more, and a specialist Lymphoedema service. As a registered charity, we raise vital funds through our dedicated Business Development team and our growing portfolio of high street and online shops, to ensure our care stays free of charge.



Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply today and help shape the future of Willen Hospice!



Interview Date: 15 July 2025


In return for your skills you can expect


A role with purpose - be part of a team delivering outstanding palliative care.



Supportive and caring environment - work with passionate colleagues.





Great benefits package - including 35 days' holiday, contributory pension scheme, enhanced maternity/sick pay, and ongoing professional development.



Perks and extras - free on-site parking, subsidised catering, Blue Light Card discounts (with membership), and an Employee Assistance Programme.