Trust HR Manager

The Bishop Fraser Trust is a family of four secondary and two primary schools across Bolton and Bury in Greater Manchester. The schools benefit from being very close together, so we all know each other well and enjoy each other’s commonalities and differences. We are at an exciting phase in our People strategy with key strategies in place that we are looking to embed and manage the impact on our school community. Are you a proactive, strategic HR professional with a passion for supporting education? In this pivotal role, you will help shape and deliver HR services across a network of schools, ensuring we continue to offer exceptional support to our staff and create an inclusive, supportive, and high-performing environment. If this sounds like you, we’d love for you to get in touch.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead on key parts of our People strategy and policy development, ensuring alignment with Trust goals and educational standards.
• Provide expert advice on employee relations, performance management, and wellbeing initiatives.
• Support recruitment, retention, and training to develop a highly skilled workforce across the Trust.
• Oversee HR administration, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and best practices.
• Foster a positive culture and strong relationships across all schools within the Trust.
• Act as a trusted advisor to school leaders and senior management teams.

What We’re Looking For:

• CIPD qualified or equivalent.
• Strong understanding of employment law and HR best practices.
• A proactive, solution-oriented approach to people management.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work autonomously, and lead projects effectively.
• Passion for education and a commitment to improving the experience for all staff.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression within the Trust.
• A paid premium to a Healthcare Cash Plan to claim back contributions towards dental, optical and other medical costs.
• 24/7 access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
• The chance to make a real impact in a multi-academy setting and contribute to the success of our schools.

If you are ready to take on a rewarding challenge and help shape the future of education, we would love to hear from you!

Application information:

For more information, or for an informal chat about the role please contact Nicola McGonagle, Director of People at nicola.mcgonagle@tbft.uk. To apply please complete the application form. Please do not send CVs as they will not be considered. Please ensure that you show how you meet items on the person specification and explain why you are applying for this post. Please also include in your application why you want to work in our Trust, why you are the best candidate for this post and what you would contribute to our Trust and schools, with examples from your recent work if possible. Submit your application form as early as possible, as the vacancy may close early if sufficient suitable candidates apply. The Bishop Fraser Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to child protection screening including an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and also past employment checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.