Employee Relations Specialist

Colchester, England, United Kingdom

7/7/2025

Employee Relations Specialist – 3-6 Month Fixed Term Contract - Colchester

Are you an experienced HR professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and is confident managing high-volume employee relations casework? We’re looking for a dedicated Employee Relations (ER) Specialist to join our team and provide expert guidance to our homes on a 3-6 month fixed-term contract

At Caring Homes, our mission is simple: to make each home the best possible place to live and work for our residents and our teams. We strive to create an environment that feels like home, whether we live there or work there, through our behaviour and the environment we create – and this includes our support team. We’re a family.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert guidance and coaching to managers on a wide range of employee relations issues, including performance, absence, disciplinary, and grievances.
• Lead and manage high-risk, sensitive, and complex ER cases, from investigation through to resolution and outcome delivery.
• Conduct thorough and fair investigations into disciplinary and grievance matters.
• Support conflict resolution efforts across the business, ensuring consistency, fairness, and compliance with employment law and company policies.
• Draft clear, well-reasoned outcomes and documentation relating to ER cases.
• Operate confidently in a fast-paced, multi-site environment, balancing multiple priorities and stakeholders.

Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in an HR/ER role within a multi-site organisation.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and best practice in employee relations.
• Confident in handling complex and sensitive situations with discretion and professionalism.
• Exceptional communication, coaching, and influencing skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative HR team

If you are passionate about making a difference and want to be part of a family that values empathy, dedication, and professionalism, and you are immediately available for a 3-6 month fixed-term contract, we would love to hear from you.