Job Description

This role will focus on first line advice to managers in relation to HR Operations, providing clear and accurate information about HR policies, practices, initiatives, and procedures. It will also provide general support in the delivery of HR services across the four directorates within the council.



The post-holder will be required to have, be undertaking or willing to undertake the Level 5 HR Apprenticeship.

Organisation

Cheshire East Council

Location

Crewe

Job Category

Human Resources

Grade

CEC NJC - Grade 6

Salary Min

27,711 per annum

Salary Max

30,060 per annum

Hours per week

37

Weeks per year

52.143

Employment Type

Permanent

Closing Date

26/07/2025

Ref No

E3170
Cheshire East is an amazing place to live and work. As one of the largest employers in the borough, we are able to offer you a wide range of challenging and rewarding career opportunities.



At Cheshire East Council we are working for a brighter future - together and our commitment to you is that our workplace culture will provide a shared purpose, a well-led organisation with valued people succeeding together as one team and one council to deliver the best service for our customers and communities.



If you want to be part of our award-winning council and contribute to our ongoing success, have the flexibility and drive to enable us to innovate, are committed to working as part of a team and striving to deliver exceptional service wherever you can, we would especially like to hear from you.



As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applicants from all backgrounds and want our workforce to reflect the diversity of our local communities so that we can all work for a brighter future - together.



Brighter Future



www.cheshireeast.gov.uk/jobs-and-careers/employee-benefits.aspx

ABOUT THE ROLE

You will provide clear and accurate information in respect of the range of HR policies, practices, initiatives, and procedures in order to provide guidelines to managers and staff and ensure compliance with national and local conditions of service as well as the Council's values and behaviours



The delivery of a resolution at the point of first contact with all queries raised and where it is not possible,


proactively own where the query needs to go to ensure a resolution is found.



Supporting managers, in conjunction with the Transactional Service Centre, in the effective, accurate and timely processing of employee lifecycle through Unit 4.



The analysis, evaluation and interpretation of complex workforce information to ensure that managers have up-to-date information with which to inform HR decisions.

YOU WILL HAVE

Level 3 HR Apprenticeship and working toward (or committed to) undertaking the Level 5 HR Apprenticeship Have successful experience of working in HR environment. The ability to interpret terms conditions of employment and regulations etc A good working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, IT packages etc Skills to analyse information/data and present information clearly Effective teamwork and communication skills Flexible approach to work

To find out more about the essential and desirable criteria for the role, please view the 'In this job you will need' section within the attached job description and person specification document.

In return we are able to offer:

Enhanced annual leave

- Start with an impressive

34 days of annual leave

(including bank holidays) from day one, and watch it grow to 39 days after just five years of service

Purchase of annual leave -

Want more time off? You can purchase

up to 10 extra days

of annual leave each year, giving you the flexibility to balance work and life just the way you want (Pro-rata for part-time staff)

Flexible working pattern

- Enjoy a

37-hour standard full-time work week

with the added perks of flexi-time and hybrid/remote working arrangements where possible. Your work-life balance just got a whole lot better

Salary sacrifice green car scheme

- Drive green and save green! Lease a brand-new electric or hybrid car through our salary sacrifice scheme.

No credit checks, no deposits

, just significant savings and exclusive offers on a three-year lease

White goods salary sacrifice scheme -

Upgrade your home with ease. Purchase home and electronic items through our salary sacrifice scheme, spreading the cost of big-ticket purchases like appliances, computers, and tech gadgets directly from your salary

Enhanced public pension

- Secure your future with our

career average pension

, where contributions are built at a rate of 1/49th of your yearly pensionable pay

A shared cost AVC scheme -

the opportunity to enhance your pension savings while enjoying significant tax and National Insurance contribution (NIC) savings.

Cycle to work scheme -

Save up to 25-39% on the retail price of bikes and safety equipment through Income Tax and National Insurance savings. Get fit and save money!

Employee assistance programme

- Access a completely free and confidential assistance service to help manage, reduce, and overcome life's challenges, both at work and in your personal life

Discounted gym membership -

Stay active and healthy with corporate membership prices for Everybody Leisure, including: + Gym, Swim and Group Fitness at all 16 facilities
+ Off-Peak Racket Sports
+ Athletics Tracks
+ Sauna/Steam/Spa

Join us and experience a workplace that truly values and supports you!



If you would like an informal discussion about this role, please contact Sara Duncalf, Head of HR at sara.duncalf@cheshireeast.gov.uk



Please ensure you check the email account (including junk/spam boxes) from which you apply regularly as we will use this to contact you regarding your application.



If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date then it is likely that you have not been shortlisted on this occasion, however please do not be discouraged from applying again.



For any technical enquiries please email sourcingteam@ecwip.co.uk



Please quote job reference number in all correspondence.