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People & Culture Manager I'm currently supporting a fantastic College that is looking to appoint a People & Culture Manager to join their forward-thinking and values-driven HR team. This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced HR professional to take ownership of key people workstreams including employee relations, safer recruitment, EDI, wellbeing, performance, and policy - playing a pivotal role in shaping a positive and high-performing workplace culture. What you'll be doing: • Leading key HR workstreams such as employee relations, EDI, wellbeing, performance, and policy, • Managing complex employee relations cases and supporting organisational change, • Driving a strong culture of safer recruitment and compliance, • Using data and insights to inform decision-making and improve HR practices, • Designing and delivering training across a range of HR topics, • Supporting performance management processes, including appraisals and development plans, • Building strong relationships with stakeholders, including senior leaders and trade unions, • CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent), • Strong experience in employee relations and managing complex HR cases, • Previous experience within a similar environment (education or public sector desirable), • Knowledge of employment law and equality legislation, • Confident communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills, • Data-driven approach with strong analytical skills Location: West Yorkshire Salary: £45k Get in touch to find out more or apply Important Notice Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Dovetail and Slate Ltd (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. We are an equal opportunities employer. By applying, you consent to your data being processed for recruitment purposes in line with our Privacy Policy. Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited. Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency.

HR / Employee Relations Advisor Salary: £40,000 pa dependent on skills and experience + Benefits Location: Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm (1 day WFH). Part-time considered. Benefits • 25 days holiday + bank holidays (plus up to 3 extra for service), • Company pension (5% employer / 5% employee), • Death in Service – 3x salary, • EAP: Help@Hand About Us Howarths is an award-winning, second-generation family business providing Employment Law, HR and Health & Safety support to over 600 SME clients across England. We’re a growing, values-led business with a strong reputation built over 23 years. Our values – Graft, Together, Heart and Grit – shape how we work with both clients and each other. We pride ourselves on delivering practical, commercial advice that genuinely adds value. Put simply, we measure success by how happy our clients are. The Opportunity We’re looking for a confident, client-focused HR/Employee Relations Advisor to join our Employment Law team. You’ll manage your own caseload, supporting a portfolio of SME clients across the full employee lifecycle - from day-to-day queries through to complex casework, including dismissal. This is a fast-paced, varied role offering real autonomy, strong client exposure and excellent opportunity for professional growth. The Role • Act as a dedicated HR/ER Advisor for a portfolio of SME clients, • Provide clear, commercial advice across the full employee lifecycle (disciplinary, grievance, absence, redundancy, capability etc.), • Build strong client relationships and develop a deep understanding of their businesses, • Draft employment contracts, policies and procedures, • Contribute to articles and content for marketing/PR where required, • Promote and embody Howarths’ core values The Candidate We’re looking for someone who: • Has experience advising managers and/or business owners, • Is confident, credible and able to influence at all levels, • Is CIPD qualified (or equivalent), • Has strong, up-to-date employment law knowledge, • Can manage a busy caseload and work to multiple deadlines, • Is adaptable, proactive and solutions-focused Values are key. You’ll naturally align with: • Graft: Ownership, flexibility, pragmatism, • Together: Collaboration, respect, communication, • Heart: Empathy, integrity, understanding, • Grit: Resilience, enthusiasm, proactivity Apply now with your updated CV.

Interim HR Advisor (Part-time) 4 Days | 30 Hours Per Week | £44k FTE Elevation HR have an urgent requirement to support one of our not-for-profit clients in Halifax to identify an Interim HR Advisor on a part time basis – c30 hours - this is a key role for the business providing hands-on, day-to-day HR support for a period of 3-6 months in the first instance. Whilst this is supporting some short-term absence in the team the role could be extended or made permanent. This is a standalone position, ideal for someone who enjoys autonomy, building trusted relationships, and being the go-to for all things people-related. You’ll partner closely with managers, offering practical support across: • Employee relations (absence, performance, conduct and casework), • Recruitment, onboarding and retention, • HR operations, systems and compliance, • Coaching and guiding managers on people matters, • HR reporting and maintaining accurate employee data Elevation HR are keen to speak with people that have the following skills and demonstrable experience: • Professionally qualified in HR or currently progressing toward a recognised qualification (desirable, not essential), • Proven experience in a broad, generalist HR role, • Confident supporting a range of employee relations matters, • Sound knowledge of UK employment legislation and best practice, • Highly organised with strong attention to detail, • Comfortable working autonomously while knowing when to seek guidance, • Strong interpersonal and communication skills This is a great opportunity to make a real impact in a supportive environment, with flexibility built in. If this sounds like a good fit and you’re immediately available (or within the next couple of weeks) feel free to get in touch.

HR Business Partner £50,000 - £55,000 Huddersfield On-site (4 days) / 1 day WFH | 37.5 hours | Flexible working Generous benefits Elevation Recruitment Group are working in partnership with a growing, fast-paced manufacturing organisation to recruit a HR Business Partner. This is a key role within the UK HR team, supporting a large, evolving, site-based workforce during a period of transformation and growth. This isn’t a sit-back HR role. It’s hands-on, operational, and suited to someone who’s comfortable being visible on site, influencing at all levels, and dealing with the reality of a busy, (unionised) blue-collar environment. What’s on offer: • Salary up to £55,000, • 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays, with flexibility to swap), • Flexi-time scheme - up to an additional 12 days off per year, • Enhanced pension - up to 8% employer contribution, • On-site gym Reporting into the HR Manager, you’ll partner closely with operational leaders to deliver a consistent and effective HR service across the site. You’ll play a central role in aligning people strategy with business objectives while ensuring employee relations, performance, and engagement are managed proactively. Once embedded, the role will be roughly split between 50% ER and 50% broader HR activity, including workforce planning, development, and change initiatives. Key Responsibilities of the HR Business Partner: • Partner with managers to deliver people strategies that support both immediate and long-term business goals, • Lead on a wide range of employee relations cases, from investigation through to outcome and appeal, • Coach and support line managers on performance, absence, conduct, and capability, • Support organisational change initiatives including restructures, shift changes, and contract changes, • Drive engagement, development, and retention initiatives across a diverse and ageing workforce, • Manage and improve onboarding, training, and development programmes, • Ensure performance management processes are embedded and effective, • Contribute to HR reporting, analysing trends in absence, turnover, and performance, • Support payroll processes and ensure compliance across HR systems, • Build strong working relationships with employees, managers, and representatives where applicable, • Deputise for the HR Manager when required Key Skills & Experience required: • Proven experience in a generalist HR role, ideally within a site-based, operational or manufacturing environment, • Strong employment law knowledge and confidence managing complex ER cases, • Experience working in a unionised environment is highly advantageous, • CIPD Level 5 (minimum) or working towards, • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, hands-on environment with evolving systems, • Strong Excel and data analysis skills, • A proactive approach with the ability to work independently and make sound decisions If you’re looking for a role where you can genuinely influence change, build capability, and make an impact on both people and performance - this is worth a conversation.

Job title Compliance Team Leader Function Contact Centre Location Ripponden / Manchester Reports to Head of Inside Sales Responsible for staff TBC About our business JLA has been providing critical assets and services to a range of businesses and sectors including Care Homes, Hospitals, Schools, and Hotels for over 50 years. These assets and services are crucial in supporting customers with their Laundry, Catering, Heating, Fire Safety, Infection Control, and Air Conditioning. The company offers a unique, all-inclusive package called Total Care, this rental model allows customers to make a single monthly payment, to receive brand new equipment, and have maintenance costs taken care of. When you join the JLA family, youll also gain access to an extensive benefits package. We care about our people and take your well-being seriously, which is why we offer a range of supportive tools for health and wellbeing, financial guidance, and legal advice. Our Employee Assistance Programme, 24/7 Wellness and Lifestyle App plus a dedicated team of Mental Health First Aiders are there to support you through lifes challenges. We also offer up to 8 counseling sessions, which can be in-person or remote, providing you with the support and flexibility to suit your own personal needs. You can reach any fitness goals with our free onsite gym at head office along with a range of other gym membership discounts available. To offer financial support, we not only provide life assurance coverage, company sick pay, and a company pension scheme, we offer a range of added benefits such as free office parking, eye care vouchers, a cycle-to-work scheme, and exclusive discounts through our staff benefits hub. We really pride ourselves in offering a healthy work-life balance and believe it is important to have time away to recharge which is why we provide 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, flexible working options, and enhanced family leave policies. We are a company that appreciates you and invests in your success and even have a Colleague Recognition Scheme to celebrate your achievements. Were dedicated to your growth, offering support in career development and training. We value your referrals, and through our Refer a Friend scheme, you can earn up to £1,000 in bonus rewards! Role overview Embedding a high-performance sales culture and developing relationships with the team supporting and coaching team members to manage the delivery of your individual and team target. Key tasks Sales Delivery Inspiring sales agents to deliver excellent levels of individual/team performance and customer satisfaction. Ensuring digital leads are converted within agreed SLAs Organise and tracking of all potential leads maintaining MIS. Resolution and removal of blockers to support target achievement. Generate and share information on individual and team performance. Provide quality customer service, role modelling values in all interactions with clients. Achieve and monitor the progress of KPIs on a daily / weekly/ monthly basis Senior stakeholder engagement across the wider business 121 coaching on sales relevant areas to improve performance People Management Daily coaching and development of team members. Manage any employee relations issues in line with the policies set out by the business. Coach and develop the team to ensure they perform at a high level, ensuring colleagues maintain appropriate knowledge of the business products. Identify address any training and development needs and ensure teams have a personal development plan. Hold team briefing sessions / workshops to update the team on best practice. Ensure calls, emails, web leads and all data traffic are answered within agreed timescales and in an appropriate manner. Own individual and team call observation feedback to manage and improve sales quality Completion of regular performance reviews and support goal setting Provide guidance and answers to staff Organise engagement activities

Thinking About a Career Change? Why Not Choose HR? If you've reached a crossroads in your professional life and are looking for a fresh start in a people-focused, rewarding industry then Human Resources might be exactly what you’re looking for. Many of our candidates come from diverse professional backgrounds retail, customer service, administration, healthcare, education, hospitality, and more. What they all have in common is the desire to do meaningful work, support others, and build a stable, long-term career. Our HR Career Change Programme We specialise in helping individuals transition into HR—starting with recognised qualifications and ending with real job opportunities. Whether you're working full-time, part-time, or in between roles, our online learning and personalised recruitment support can help you make a successful move into the HR profession often in just a few months.Please note that this is a training course and fees apply. Why Human Resources? The HR profession is growing steadily across all sectors. As businesses put more focus on employee wellbeing, development, and company culture, skilled HR professionals are more important than ever. Even entry-level roles in HR offer strong salaries, clear progression routes, and opportunities to specialise over time (in areas like learning & development, recruitment, employee relations, ...

Job title Consumables Team Leader Function Internal Sales Location Ripponden / Manchester Reports to Consumables Commercial Manager Responsible for staff TBC About our business JLA has been providing critical assets and services to a range of businesses and sectors including Care Homes, Hospitals, Schools, and Hotels for over 50 years. These assets and services are crucial in supporting customers with their Laundry, Catering, Heating, Fire Safety, Infection Control, and Air Conditioning. The company offers a unique, all-inclusive package called Total Care, this rental model allows customers to make a single monthly payment, to receive brand new equipment, and have maintenance costs taken care of. When you join the JLA family, you'll also gain access to an extensive benefits package. We care about our people and take your well-being seriously, which is why we offer a range of supportive tools for health and wellbeing, financial guidance, and legal advice. Our Employee Assistance Programme, 24/7 Wellness and Lifestyle App plus a dedicated team of Mental Health First Aiders are there to support you through life's challenges. We also offer up to 8 counseling sessions, which can be in-person or remote, providing you with the support and flexibility to suit your own personal needs. You can reach any fitness goals with our free onsite gym at head office along with a range of other gym membership discounts available. To offer financial support, we not only provide life assurance coverage, company sick pay, and a company pension scheme, we offer a range of added benefits such as free office parking, eye care vouchers, a cycle-to-work scheme, and exclusive discounts through our staff benefits hub. We really pride ourselves in offering a healthy work-life balance and believe it is important to have time away to recharge which is why we provide 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays, flexible working options, and enhanced family leave policies. We are a company that appreciates you and invests in your success and even have a Colleague Recognition Scheme to celebrate your achievements. We're dedicated to your growth, offering support in career development and training. We value your referrals, and through our Refer a Friend scheme, you can earn up to £1,000 in bonus rewards! Role overview We are seeking a dynamic and driven Sales Player-Manager to lead by example in a hybrid role that combines direct sales responsibilities with leadership and management of a high-performing sales team. You will be responsible for achieving your individual sales targets while also coaching, developing, and motivating your team to exceed their goals. Key tasks Sales Delivery Inspiring sales agents to deliver excellent levels of individual/team performance and customer satisfaction. Ensuring digital leads are converted within agreed SLAs Organise and tracking of all potential leads maintaining MIS. Resolution and removal of blockers to support target achievement. Generate and share information on individual and team performance. Provide quality customer service, role modelling values in all interactions with clients. Achieve and monitor the progress of KPIs on a daily / weekly/ monthly basis Senior stakeholder engagement across the wider business 121 coaching on sales relevant areas to improve performance Personally manage and grow a portfolio of key accounts. Actively prospect, pitch, and close new business opportunities. Maintain a robust pipeline of qualified opportunities. Report on individual sales performance and forecast accurately. Manage our digital portal and subscription customers People Management Daily coaching and development of team members. Manage any employee relations issues in line with the policies set out by the business. Coach and develop the team to ensure they perform at a high level, ensuring colleagues maintain appropriate knowledge of the business products. Identify address any training and development needs and ensure teams have a personal development plan. Hold team briefing sessions / workshops to update the team on best practice. Ensure calls, emails, web leads and all data traffic are answered within agreed timescales and in an appropriate manner. Own individual and team call observation feedback to manage and improve sales quality Completion of regular performance reviews and support goal setting Provide guidance and answers to staff Organise engagement activitiesc272c101-f45c-4783-b4a0-50ad222b87c0

HR Course Programme – Job Guarantee Included Complete online training designed to take you from zero experience to your first HR administration role. Study part-time, build fundamental skills, and get dedicated job placement support until you're hired. Flexible financing options available, with payment plans starting from as low as £142 per month. The Programme Complete this 10-14 week online training with just 2 hours per day of study time. You'll earn the industry-recognised CIPD Level 3 Certificate in People Practice, covering essential HR functions including recruitment, employee relations, and compliance. The programme includes earning CIPD certification recognised by UK employers, expert tutor support throughout your studies, assignment pre-marking from qualified HR mentors, dedicated job placement support with CV rewrite, interview preparation, and access to exclusive job opportunities. The Outcome 93% of graduates secure HR roles within 3 months. Starting salaries: £28,000 – £35,000+ Who This Is For The programme is completely beginner-friendly, so no experience is needed. Career changers are welcome, and you can study at your own pace. *This programme is available to UK-based learners only. Ready to start earning in HR? Limited spaces available. Apply now for the next available cohort.

HR / Employee Relations Advisor. We’re looking for a confident, client-focused HR/Employee Relations Advisor to join our Employment Law team. Company pension (5% employer / 5% employee).

Thinking About a Career Change? Why Not Choose HR? If you've reached a crossroads in your professional life and are looking for a fresh start in a people-focused, rewarding industry then Human Resources might be exactly what you’re looking for. Many of our candidates come from diverse professional backgrounds retail, customer service, administration, healthcare, education, hospitality, and more. What they all have in common is the desire to do meaningful work, support others, and build a stable, long-term career. Our HR Career Change Programme We specialise in helping individuals transition into HR—starting with recognised qualifications and ending with real job opportunities. Whether you're working full-time, part-time, or in between roles, our online learning and personalised recruitment support can help you make a successful move into the HR profession often in just a few months.Please note that this is a training course and fees apply. Why Human Resources? The HR profession is growing steadily across all sectors. As businesses put more focus on employee wellbeing, development, and company culture, skilled HR professionals are more important than ever. Even entry-level roles in HR offer strong salaries, clear progression routes, and opportunities to specialise over time (in areas like learning & development, recruitment, employee relations, ...

People & Culture Manager I'm currently supporting a fantastic College that is looking to appoint a People & Culture Manager to join their forward-thinking and values-driven HR team. This is a brilliant opportunity for an experienced HR professional to take ownership of key people workstreams including employee relations, safer recruitment, EDI, wellbeing, performance, and policy - playing a pivotal role in shaping a positive and high-performing workplace culture. What you'll be doing: Leading key HR workstreams such as employee relations, EDI, wellbeing, performance, and policy Managing complex employee relations cases and supporting organisational change Driving a strong culture of safer recruitment and compliance Using data and insights to inform decision-making and improve HR practices Designing and delivering training across a range of HR topics Supporting performance management processes, including appraisals and development plans Building strong relationships with stakeholders, including senior leaders and trade unions Contributing to strategic planning and wider People & Culture initiatives What we're looking for: CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent) Strong experience in employee relations and managing complex HR cases Previous experience within a similar environment (education or public sector desirable) Knowledge of employment law and equality legislation Confident communicator with excellent stakeholder management skills Data-driven approach with strong analytical skills A proactive, values-led approach with high emotional intelligence✨ Why apply? This is a key leadership role within a collaborative and supportive People & Culture team, where you'll have real influence in shaping culture, driving performance, and enhancing the employee experience across the organisation. Location: West Yorkshire Salary: £45k Get in touch to find out more or apply ☎️ (phone number removed) Important Notice Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Dovetail and Slate Ltd ((phone number removed)) acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. We are an equal opportunities employer. By applying, you consent to your data being processed for recruitment purposes in line with our Privacy Policy. Because education matters. © Dovetail and Slate Limited. Because education matters. Dovetail and Slate Limited ((phone number removed)) acts as an Employment Agency

A hands-on, operational HR Business Partner role within a fast-paced manufacturing environment, supporting a large, site-based workforce through change and growth. This is a highly visible, influential role suited to someone who enjoys being on the ground, working closely with operational leaders and managing the realities of a unionised, blue-collar setting. Client Details Our client is a well-established manufacturing organisation based in Huddersfield, currently experiencing a period of transformation and growth. With a strong operational footprint and a long-standing workforce, the business is focused on improving engagement, capability and performance while modernising its people practices. This is an excellent time to join and play a key role in shaping the HR function at site level. Description Reporting into the HR Manager, you will partner with site leadership to deliver a consistent, pragmatic and commercially focused HR service. You'll support managers across the full employee lifecycle, balancing day-to-day employee relations with broader people initiatives. Once embedded, the role will be roughly split 50% employee relations and 50% broader HR activity, including workforce planning, development initiatives and change programmes. Key responsibilities Partner with operational managers to deliver people strategies aligned to business objectives Lead and manage complex employee relations cases from investigation through to outcome and appeal Coach and support line managers on performance, absence, conduct and capability issues Support organisational change activity including restructures, shift patterns and contract changes Drive engagement, development and retention initiatives across a diverse and ageing workforce Oversee and improve onboarding, training and development processes Embed and maintain effective performance management practices Contribute to HR reporting, analysing trends in absence, turnover and performance Support payroll processes and ensure accuracy and compliance across HR systems Build strong relationships with employees, managers and trade union representatives where applicable Deputise for the HR Manager as required Profile The ideal candidate Proven experience in a generalist HR role within a manufacturing, operational or site-based environment Strong working knowledge of UK employment law with confidence handling complex ER cases Experience working in a unionised environment (highly advantageous) CIPD Level 5 qualified (or working towards) Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, hands-on setting with evolving systems and processes Strong Excel and HR data analysis capability Proactive, resilient and able to operate with a high level of autonomy Confident communicator with the credibility to influence at all levels Job Offer Competitive salary ranging from £50,000 to £55,000 per annum. 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays, with flexibility to swap days) Flexi-time scheme - up to an additional 12 days off per year Enhanced pension - up to 8% employer contribution On-site gym Flexible working (4 days on-site, 1 day WFH)If you are ready to take the next step in your HR career, apply today to join this well-regarded organisation

HR Advisor – Full Time Location: Huddersfield Salary: £32k to £35k Profile: We’re looking for an experienced and proactive HR Advisor to join our team, supporting managers and employees across a busy, fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a true generalist role where you’ll play a key part in delivering HR policies, managing employee relations, and supporting the full employee lifecycle. Key Responsibilities: * Provide expert advice on employee relations (disciplinaries, grievances, performance, absence) * Support and coach managers to drive effective people management * Manage end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes * Maintain accurate HR records and ensure compliance with employment legislation * Deliver training sessions and support HR initiatives across the business * Assist with audits, reporting, and continuous improvement projects About You: * CIPD Level 5 (or working towards) * Previous HR experience within a manufacturing environment * Strong communication and coaching skills * Confident handling complex ER cases * Highly organised with strong attention to detail * Able to interpret legislation and make sound decisions What We’re Looking For: A proactive, solutions-focused HR professional who can build strong relationships, influence stakeholders, and drive positive change across the business. Additional Info: * Full-time, site-based role * Travel to other group sites required (locally)