Job Description

Providing quality, inspiring innovation and delivering value is what we set out to achieve at Priory Healthcare. Enabling our patients with mental health illness to receive a truly integrated and holistic approach to their treatment, regardless of complexity or severity, thanks to the knowledge and expertise of our multidisciplinary clinical teams.

Job Purpose



To provide efficient, professional HR administrative support at Priory Hospital Cheadle Royal, focusing on recruitment and Onboarding while delivering generalist HR duties. You'll ensure all processes follow Priory's HR policies and procedures in relation to staff employment at the unit. This on-site role is four days per week (flexible days) within a fun, friendly, fast-paced office of four other HR Administrators.



About Us



Set within picturesque landscaped gardens in Cheadle, Stockport, Priory Hospital Cheadle Royal offers a range of comprehensive inpatient mental health services for young people and adults. The focus of our service is to help people to live their best life in a safe and supportive environment. The hospital is located in a suburban area, close to Manchester.

Key Duties:

Coordinate end-to-end recruitment processes, including posting job adverts, scheduling interviews, and issuing offer letters and employment contracts.

Support the external Onboarding team by ensuring all pre-employment checks (e.g. references, DBS, right to work) are completed promptly for new starters.

Organise and facilitate induction programmes to support a smooth and welcoming transition into the organisation.

Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, both electronically and within personnel files.

Provide administrative support across various HR processes, including probation reviews, contract changes, leavers, and absence monitoring.

Respond to general HR queries from staff and managers, offering guidance in line with current policies and procedures.

Assist in monitoring compliance, ensuring staff training, appraisals, and required documentation are up to date.

Liaise effectively and build positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Take accurate minutes for a range of employee-related meetings, including disciplinary, grievance, and absence reviews.

Maintain a high standard of confidentiality and professionalism in all aspects of the role.

Person specification:

Previous experience in HR administration, with a focus on recruitment processes such as advertising roles, arranging interviews, and issuing offer letters.

Excellent organisational and administrative skills, with a high attention to detail.

Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook); experience with HR or recruitment systems is desirable.

Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritise work, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Strong ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism when handling sensitive information.

Experience in supporting Onboarding and induction processes is an advantage.

CIPD Level 3 qualification (or working towards) is desirable, but not essential.

A proactive, friendly, and approachable personality with a focus on delivering a positive experience for candidates and staff.

Experience in a healthcare or regulated environment is advantageous.

Benefits:

Competitive salary with annual review

Generous holiday allowance plus bank holidays

Pension scheme with employer contributions

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) offering confidential support

Access to free on-site parking

Subsidised meals in staff canteen

Opportunity for professional development and CIPD funding

Staff recognition schemes and awards

Cycle to Work scheme and other voluntary salary sacrifice options