HR Advisor - Temporary / Temp-to-FTC (Maternity Cover)
Location: Liverpool
Salary: Circa £35,000
Contract: Temporary / Temp-to-Fixed Term
Start date: February 2026
An established education organisation in Liverpool is seeking an experienced HR Advisor to join their HR team on a temporary or temp-to-FTC basis to cover maternity leave.
This is a broad, operational HR role with a strong focus on employee relations, attendance management and casework, supporting HR Business Partners and line managers across the organisation.
The Role
Reporting into the HR team, you will provide professional and pragmatic HR support across the full employee lifecycle.
Key responsibilities include:
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Providing first-line HR advice to managers and employees
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Managing sickness absence cases and attendance review meetings
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Supporting disciplinary and grievance processes
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Advising on contracts, probation, flexible working and family leave
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Liaising with payroll and finance on pay-related queries
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Supporting induction processes and HR systems
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Maintaining accurate HR records and producing management information
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Acting as a positive ambassador for the HR function
About You
To be successful in this role, you will have:
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Proven experience in an HR Advisor or generalist HR role
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Strong working knowledge of UK employment law
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Hands-on experience managing sickness absence and ER casework
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Confidence supporting disciplinary and grievance processes
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Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
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Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
A relevant HR qualification or equivalent practical experience is required.
Why Apply?
