HR Officer

Job Details

We are seeking a Human Officer to join our Human Resources Department in the provision of a high-quality service to our Group of GP Surgeries in Medway, Maidstone and Essex.

This role is multisite so successful persons must be willing to travel between Maidstone locations, Medway locations and Essex locations when required to meet the needs of the business.

The HR Officer will oversee the recruitment and vetting process , co-ordination of induction, facilitate the training and onboarding of new employees , update staff records, absence management, ensuring that all HR practices are fully compliant with Safer Recruitment and GDPR legislation and work closely with the rest of the HR team to achieve all of these functions.

The successful candidate must have previous HR experience, be enthusiastic, motivated, and confident in liaising with all levels of staff such as the Directors, Partners, Practice Managers, clinicians, staff and work closely with the wider HR team.

Main Role and Responsibilities
• Oversee Recruitment ensure full compliance all through
• Provision of timely, effective, and human resource service in accordance with organisational policies, best practice, and current legislation.
• Carry out HR functions from a transactional point of view including leading recruitment.
• Work with the Director of HR to provide professional advice on different aspects aspects of HR.
• To play a key role in the onboarding/induction process, including delivering the HR induction presentation to new hires, arranging occupational health appointments and liaising with the hiring manager to ensure a thorough induction plan is in place.
• Ensure employee records are up to date, accurate and comply with all governance and legal requirements.
• Ensure accurate information and data is held so that monthly reports of staff turnover, new starters, sickness, appraisal, supervision, end of probation etc. are correct.
• Ensure the training portal is kept up to date and all employee folders are compliance to CQC requirement observing safer recruitment protocols at all times.
• Plan a robust Induction for all new staff both clinical and non-clinical, following up on this to ensure plan is adhered to and all aspects of induction covered with relevant checklist signed and returned to HR.
• Oversee the Recruitment Officers duties and ensure the department is working to full scale providing full support to Managers.

Requirements
• CIPD qualification or working towards
• Experience in HR role, ideally in healthcare or primary care (preferred)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to travel between sites as required (travel arrangements may be necessary)
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and demands.

Working Relationships:
You’ll work closely with our Partners, Director of HR, HR Officer, Practice Managers, Finance to ensure seamless HR operations and support.

Pre-Employment Checks:
Due to the nature of the role and our business, you’ll be required to undergo enhanced DBS clearance and provide a full immunisation record.

What We Offer
· Competitive salary and benefits package
· NHS Pension Scheme
· Opportunity to work in a dynamic and supportive team
· Professional development opportunities

How to Apply
Send your CV and covering letter to our HR office: kmicb.hr.maritimehealth@nhs.net
For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit, contact Sharon Hogarth, Managing Partner


Vacancy Overview

Opening Date
19/02/2026
Closing Date
19/03/2026
Salary
26,000 to £28,000 pa
Practice
The College Practice (Maritime Health Partnership)
Contact
01634 557050
Location
St Marys Medical Centre Vicarage Road Rochester Kent ME2 4DG