HR Advisor

We are ideally looking for someone tojoin us from January 2027; however, we are happy to discuss start dates withthe successful candidate.

Thisis an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR professional to join ourgrowing, values-led organisation and play a key role in supporting the peoplewho make a difference to children's lives every day.

OurPeople Team has evolved, creating greater opportunities for HR Advisers tofocus on professional advisory work. Supported by dedicated People Assistantswho lead on recruitment and key people processes, our HR Advisers provideexpert advice and guidance, lead employee relations casework, supportattendance and wellbeing, use workforce data to inform decision-making, andcontribute to organisational change and improvement.

Workingin partnership with leaders across our family of schools, you'll help createthe conditions for colleagues to thrive and schools to succeed. You'll providepractical, high-quality HR advice, build trusted relationships and supportleaders to navigate some of their most important people challenges. We welcomeapplications from HR professionals from a range of sectors and backgrounds.

We'reproud to hold Silver Investors in People accreditation, reflecting ourcommitment to creating a workplace where colleagues feel valued, supported and able to flourish.

Thisis a varied and rewarding role where no two days are the same. Alongsideadvisory work and case management, you'll contribute to Trust-wide projects,organisational development and service improvement, helping shape the future ofour People Service as we continue to grow.

What You'll Do

Workingas part of our People Team, you'll provide professional HR advice and supportacross a wide range of activities, including:

• Providingexpert HR advice and guidance to leaders across our schools and teams.
• Leadingemployee relations casework and supporting positive outcomes for colleagues andleaders.
• Supportingleaders to manage attendance, wellbeing, performance and workforce challenges.
• Coachingleaders to build confidence and capability in managing people matterseffectively.
• Deliveringtraining, briefings and guidance on HR policies, processes and good practice.
• Usingworkforce data and insights to support workforce planning and informeddecision-making.
• Leadingor contributing to People projects and initiatives that support our strategicpriorities.
• Supportingorganisational change, consultation activity and the integration of schoolsjoining our Trust.
• Contributingto the development and review of HR policies, guidance and resources.
• Providingoversight of recruitment, onboarding and colleague lifecycle processes, workingclosely with our People Assistants to ensure a high-quality service.
• Supportingand developing our People Assistants, sharing knowledge and providing guidanceon more complex matters.

We're Looking for Someone Who:

• Sharesour commitment to Flourishing Futures and understands the important rolegreat people practice plays in supporting schools and outcomes for children.
• HasHR advisory experience and is confident supporting managers with a range ofpeople matters and employee relations casework.
• Ideallyholds CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent), or can demonstrate an equivalent level ofknowledge, skills and experience.
• Hasa strong understanding of employment law and HR best practice, gained throughHR advisory experience in education or another sector.
• Buildspositive relationships quickly and provides pragmatic, balanced andsolutions-focused advice.
• Enjoysworking collaboratively and is confident supporting, coaching andconstructively challenging leaders where appropriate.
• Hasexcellent communication skills and can adapt their approach to a range ofaudiences and situations.
• Isorganised, able to manage competing priorities and comfortable working in avaried and fast paced environment.
• Iscurious, proactive and motivated to continually improve the way we supportcolleagues and leaders.
• Sharesour values and is committed to creating a positive colleague experience acrossthe Trust.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Ourwork is guided by four core beliefs:

Stronger Together | A Sense of Belonging| Removing Barriers | Realising the Possible

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Theclosing date for this post is Thursday 5th November 2026 (9am)however please feel free to apply as soon as possible, as applications will beconsidered upon receipt. We reserve the right to interview / appoint before theclosing date. Interviews are anticipated to take place on 11th/12thNovember 2026

We arecommitted to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and youngpeople and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBSdisclosures are required for this post along with the other necessary checks. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, andwhere applicable, a prohibition from teaching check will be completed for allapplicants.

This post is exempt from theRehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order and2020). This means that certainconvictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to bedisclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take theminto account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry ofJustice website:

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