The Alcohol & Drug Service

HR/People Advisor

The closing date is 15 January 2026

Job summary

Are you an experienced and pro-active HR professional with a passion for supporting people?

We are looking for a knowledgeable, enthusiastic and passionate person who wants to progress their career in HR/People Services and be an integral part of a small dynamic team to deliver a comprehensive service across the organisation and ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

The innovative HR/People Services function provides support services to the wider agency. You will ensure HR practices align with policies and procedures and are in line with current employment legislation and are implemented consistently.

Main duties of the job

This is a generalist role with the opportunity to be involved in all aspects of the HR function, including recruitment, and assisting in data reporting. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role by being the first point of contact for managers on HR related matters. This is an exciting time to join us, and no two days are the same.

You should be flexible in your approach, have the ability to manage a demanding workload and be able to work autonomously and make decisions within the remit of the role.

Following the successful completion of the induction period there is the opportunity for hybrid working.

About us

This post can be full time (37.5 hours) or part time (tba). The office hours are Monday to Friday 9.00am to 5.00pm

The Alcohol & Drug Service (ADS) are a registered charity who have been transforming the lives of people affected by drugs and alcohol misuse for over 40 years.

PLEASE NOTE: The successful candidate must, by the commencement of employment, have the right to work in the UK.

In return, ADS are offering:

- Salary £25905 31611 DOE

- Generous annual leave, 29 days annual leave per annum, rising to 31 after 2 years service and 34 after 5; plus, Public Holidays

- Attractive Pension Package (6% employer contribution)

- Health Scheme

- Training opportunities in line with the personalised learning and development plan

- Enhanced sick pay.

- To join ADS at a time of exciting and fast-growing change

Check out the benefits page: https://adsbenefits-uk.org/

Working at ADS is more than a job, its an investment of time to make a difference to the lives of people with substance misuse issues and their families.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

The ADS is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity. We promote the fair and equal treatment of potential and existing employees and service users.

Details

Date posted

18 December 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£25,905 to £31,611 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

B0261-ADS1163745

Job locations

Kingston House

Saxon Way

Hessle

HU13 9NJ


Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide operational and administrative support in the delivery of all Alcohol & Drug Service (ADS) people policies, procedures and systems. To support the Team Leader in providing professional support to managers across the ADS.

Job description

Job responsibilities

To provide operational and administrative support in the delivery of all Alcohol & Drug Service (ADS) people policies, procedures and systems. To support the Team Leader in providing professional support to managers across the ADS.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The successful candidate will hold a CIPD level 5 or equivalent. You must be able to work independently, demonstrating self-motivation whilst also having the ability to work collaboratively. You will need to demonstrate adaptability and resilience, thriving in a dynamic and evolving environment
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • The successful candidate will hold a CIPD level 5 or equivalent. You must be able to work independently, demonstrating self-motivation whilst also having the ability to work collaboratively. You will need to demonstrate adaptability and resilience, thriving in a dynamic and evolving environment

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

The Alcohol & Drug Service

Address

Kingston House

Saxon Way

Hessle

HU13 9NJ


Employer's website

https://ads-uk.org/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

The Alcohol & Drug Service

Address

Kingston House

Saxon Way

Hessle

HU13 9NJ


Employer's website

https://ads-uk.org/ (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Team Leader

Jayne Brownlee

01482320606

Details

Date posted

18 December 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£25,905 to £31,611 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

B0261-ADS1163745

Job locations

Kingston House

Saxon Way

Hessle

HU13 9NJ


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