HR Adviser (Fixed Term Contract 12 months, part-time 22.5 hours per week)
Please apply online via the link provided.
Please note, we do not accept CVs submitted without a fully completed online application form.
We are looking for a highly organised HR Adviser with strong communication skills.
As part of the Families First Partnership Programme, this role will give the opportunity to work with our Children’s Social Care team on the planning and implementation of this grant funded transformational programme. As this role will be dedicated to supporting the programme, it is initially for a 12-month fixed term contract or internal secondment, however this may be extended as necessary (potentially to two years).
At Bracknell Forest, we pride ourselves on being a council which is stable and well-managed where our employees can thrive in a supportive environment. We understand the importance of a healthy work-life balance and offer a variety of flexible working practices, including options for remote working and arrangements that allow you to work from home, dependent on the needs of the service.
Any successful internal candidate will be offered the position as a secondment and, in line with Section 8.1 of the Secondment Policy, must consult with their manager before applying. Search ‘secondment policy’ on the intranet for more information
About you...
As an HR Adviser, it is essential you have the ability to work confidentially and autonomously across multiple project tasks.
To succeed in this role, you will have a professional, flexible attitude with a "can-do" approach and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. In addition, you will have the ability to build strong working relationships across council teams and within the council’s HR department.
You will be qualified to CIPD Level 5 or equivalent.
About the team...
You will be based at our Time Square offices and whilst you will be part of the wider HR team you will need to be able to use your own initiative to manage competing project priorities. As well as receiving direct management support and supervision from the HR Manager, you will also be an active member of the ring-fenced Families First Partnership Programme team.
We are a small, welcoming and friendly local authority. We are proud of our connected and inclusive culture, with a strong focus on wellbeing, which provides our workforce with a strong sense of belonging.
Our leadership team is visible, available and approachable.
Key responsibilities...
- Acting as an HR expert, supporting organisational change activity relating to the implementation of a transformational programme. This will include providing advice on Employment Law and may include activities including:
- consultation and implementation planning
- redundancy/redeployment guidance
- TUPE/contractual change advice
- liaising with payroll, pensions and trade unions as required.
- Leading on job planning and job description/person specification content, supporting managers within the programme to create accurate role descriptors, contribute to job evaluation/job matching and participate in recruitment activities.
- Advise senior council leaders and the programme team on employment law, national and local conditions of service, and council HR policies and procedures, ensuring consistent application, appropriate documentation and confidentiality.
Our benefits...
- 28 days* annual leave increasing to 33 days* after 3 years’ continuous service, with the opportunity to buy up to 10* and sell up to 5 days*.
- Hybrid working opportunities to support your wellbeing and work-life balance.
- Paid employee volunteering scheme.
- Local government pension scheme, with life insurance cover.
- Electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme (subject to eligibility). [only applicable to roles on BG-G and above – delete if not relevant]
- Recognition of continuous service attained within the NHS and UKHSA when calculating some benefits. (Terms and Conditions apply)
- Career development through internal and external training opportunities.
- Enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and fostering leave.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) to support your health and wellbeing
- Inclusive and social working environment with a variety of staff networks and a sports and social club.
*(pro rata for part time)
Find out more about all our benefits or see the candidate pack.
Our values...
At Bracknell Forest Council our values define who we are and what is important to us. Our core values are inclusive, ambitious, and always learning. These values influence the way we work with each other and the way we serve our residents and engage with our communities. We make our values real by demonstrating them in how we behave every day. If you are excited about joining a diverse team that celebrates learning and strives for excellence, we would love to hear from you.
Reasonable adjustments...
We are committed to ensuring an inclusive recruitment process for all applicants. If you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application or interview, please let us know by contacting recruitment@bracknell-forest.gov.uk. We will work with you to support you throughout the process. Find out more about reasonable adjustments.
Interview date
Interviews will be held week commencing 11th May 2026.
Interviews will be conducted in person, providing candidates with the chance to personally meet the team and experience our work environment.
We will be reviewing applications regularly and reserve the right to close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified. To avoid disappointment, you are advised to submit your application as soon as possible.
Please note AI is prohibited during the interview, any candidate using AI will be withdrawn from consideration.
Want to ask us a question?
For an informal discussion or to ask any questions about this role, please contact:
Alison Hale, Business Operations Lead / FFPP Programme Manager
Email: Alison.Hale@bracknell-forest.gov.uk
Bracknell Forest Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect everyone employed with us to share this commitment.
We can only accept applications from candidates currently residing in the UK.
Please note that this particular role is part-time and therefore does not meet the minimum requirements for sponsorship under current UK Visas and Immigration regulations. As such, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this position.
No agencies please.
Salary range
- £25,844 - £29,134 per year