Business Details
18 Years
experience
Your Trusted HR Partner in Carlisle
Established in 2008, Kaveney HR Solutions has evolved into a trusted HR consultancy serving businesses across Cumbria and the UK. Led by Helen Dawson, a Chartered Fellow of the CIPD with over 20 years of multi-sector experience, we specialise in delivering tailored HR solutions that address the unique challenges of small, medium, and large organisations. Our services span the entire employee lifecycle, from recruitment and policy development to redundancy management and compliance, ensuring businesses remain legally sound and operationally efficient. We offer flexible engagement models, including one-off projects, retainer schemes, and comprehensive HR Care Packages, allowing clients to choose the support level that best suits their needs. Our pragmatic, down-to-earth approach prioritises clarity and practicality, translating complex HR requirements into accessible strategies that empower business owners and teams.With a commitment to continuous improvement, we expanded our team in 2024 to enhance our capacity to serve clients while maintaining our hallmark personal service. Our expertise extends to training delivery, policy implementation, and navigating employment law changes, ensuring clients receive up-to-date, actionable guidance. We pride ourselves on building long-term partnerships grounded in trust, responsiveness, and a deep understanding of the commercial realities faced by our clients. Our track record includes supporting diverse sectors such as legal, hospitality, manufacturing, healthcare, and non-profits, demonstrating our adaptability and sector-specific knowledge. By combining Helen's leadership with the addition of experienced consultants like Zoe Heaven, we continue to strengthen our ability to deliver impactful HR solutions that drive organisational success.
Services
HR Health Checks
Recruitment and Selection
Redundancy and Restructuring
Casework
Training
Breathe HR
Employee Documents
Policy Development
Volunteering and Community
Details
- Year established: 2008
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of multi-sector HR expertise and CIPD-accredited professionals.
- Our flexible service models adapt to businesses' specific needs and growth stages.
- We provide practical, jargon-free HR guidance tailored to commercial realities.
- Our team includes specialists in equality, diversity, and neurodiversity advocacy.
- We maintain transparent communication and prompt responsiveness for urgent matters.
Associations and certifications
- Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD)
What people say
Outstanding responsiveness
Professional and approachable
Practical solutions
Stress reduction
Confidence in compliance
Services
HR Health Checks
Our HR Health Checks systematically review your current HR practices, policies, and compliance status. This service identifies gaps in employment law adherence, highlights operational inefficiencies, and provides actionable recommendations for improvement. Designed for businesses seeking proactive risk management, these assessments ensure your HR framework aligns with current legislation while supporting organisational growth.
Recruitment and Selection
We streamline your recruitment process from job description creation to candidate selection. Our approach combines best practices in talent acquisition with sector-specific insights to help you attract and retain the right personnel. This service includes interview training, employment contract preparation, and onboarding process development to build a robust recruitment framework.
Redundancy and Restructuring
Our redundancy and restructuring support ensures legally compliant organisational changes while minimising disruption. We guide clients through consultation processes, selection criteria development, and implementation of fair redundancy procedures. The service also covers post-restructuring HR adjustments to maintain team cohesion and operational effectiveness during transitional periods.
Casework
We provide expert resolution for specific HR challenges including disciplinary matters, grievance procedures, and employment disputes. This service delivers practical solutions while maintaining compliance with current legislation. Our approach focuses on achieving fair outcomes for all parties while protecting your business interests and workplace relationships.
Training
Our training programmes cover essential HR topics from basic compliance to advanced management techniques. Delivered through workshops, seminars, or one-to-one coaching, these sessions equip managers with practical skills in areas like performance management, equality and diversity, and disciplinary procedures. Training is tailored to your business needs and delivered nationwide.
People
Helen Dawson
Founder and Consultant
Chartered Fellow of the CIPD with 20+ years' experience across manufacturing, legal, hospitality, and startup sectors. Specialises in employee relations, employment law compliance, and organisational development. Leads Kaveney HR Solutions's strategic direction and client service delivery.
Zoe Heaven
HR Consultant
Chartered Member of the CIPD holding a Masters in International Human Resource Management. Brings 10+ years' experience from NHS, primary care, and food manufacturing sectors. Specialises in employee relations, policy development, and workplace inclusion initiatives.
Questions
What HR services do you offer for small businesses?
We provide tailored HR support including compliance checks, recruitment guidance, policy development, and on-demand advisory services specifically designed for small businesses' needs.
How do you handle employment law changes?
We proactively monitor legislative updates and provide clients with timely guidance to ensure their HR practices remain fully compliant with current employment regulations.
Can you support businesses outside Cumbria?
Yes, we serve organisations nationwide with both on-site and remote support options available across the UK.
What training options are available?
We offer customised training on HR best practices, employment law, management skills, and sector-specific topics through workshops, seminars, or individual coaching sessions.
How do you approach redundancy processes?
We provide structured support for legally compliant redundancies, including consultation guidance, selection criteria development, and implementation assistance while maintaining workplace relationships.
What makes your HR consultancy different?
Our combination of CIPD-accredited expertise, practical approach, and flexible service models delivers accessible, tailored HR solutions focused on real business needs.
