Lead HR Partner - Kent / Maidstone

Lead HR Partner - Kent / Maidstone

Full-Time 50000 - 60000 Β£ / year (est.) No working from home possible
Education Personnel Management

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead HR strategies and support schools in building effective people solutions.
  • Company: Award-winning education services business with a people-first approach.
  • Benefits: 26 days annual leave, generous pension, flexible working, and tailored development programmes.
  • Other info: Dynamic role with excellent career progression and a supportive workplace culture.
  • Why this job: Make a real impact in education while developing strong relationships and driving change.
  • Qualifications: Experience in HR, strong communication skills, and a passion for people development.

The predicted salary is between 50000 - 60000 Β£ per year.

Company Description We are recruiting for a Lead HR Partner to join our HR team.

We are an award-winning and accredited education services business with 30 years of expertise.

We are a technology-enabled business, but people are at the heart of what we do.

We believe in developing long-lasting relationships with our customers and employees, with our relationships lasting, on average, 11 years.

We are 100% dedicated to education and our expert team of nearly 275 highly qualified employees support more than 2,500 schools nationwide.

Purpose of the role Working in partnership with our school and their leaders you'll contribute to the successful delivery of their people strategies.

People and engagement will be at the heart of what you do.

You'll support our customers to build people solutions which meet business needs.

This role is a people champion and facilitator of change, developing strong, credible relationships with our customers to influence and implement people plans that develop the business.

Experience of leading, communicating, advising and consulting at executive level, and with trade unions, on large scale organisational change issues and policy development.

What's more, you're as comfortable developing wide-reaching strategies of key institutional significance.

You are quick to build relationships at all levels and are always proactive and positive in your approach.

You love to work in a fast-paced environment with high levels of autonomy and are keen to really make your mark.

Roles identifying and mitigating risk to our customers Deliver a high-performing and trusted Employee Relations service to all external partners, providing leaders with meaningful analytics to enable business improvement Manage change initiatives and lead on organisational restructure Requirements Highly self-motivated, determined and directed.

Commercial thinker A self-starter with a proven ability to gain buy-in and deliver results that add value and fit with the brand values of the organisation Strong people partner who can work collaboratively across teams Experience working within Education or payroll / HR provider organisations an advantage.

Commercial HR Business Partner experience.

Coaching and staff mentoring / development.

Supporting information and working conditions Homework base with working visits to Huntingdon and Darlington.

Client site visits essential for on-site meetings.

Full UK driving license.

Occasional overnight stays are necessary for this role.

Other information There are several reasons people have stayed with EPM for a number of years, we offer a wide range of benefits: 26 days annual leave + 8 days public holiday A generous pension package BUPA Cash Payment Flexible working arrangements Cycle Scheme Company events Tailored learning and development programmes We offer an inclusive and open workplace At EPM we have great career progression and learning and development courses along the way.

We are all about supporting our staff and promoting people from within.

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Lead HR Partner - Kent / Maidstone employer: Education Personnel Management

Education Personnel Management (EPM) is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and friendly team environment in the heart of Huntingdon, Cambridgeshire. With a commitment to employee growth through tailored learning and development programmes, EPM provides a unique opportunity for HR professionals to thrive in a market-leading organisation while contributing to innovative practices within the education sector. Join us to be part of a dynamic team that values your expertise and fosters career advancement.

Education Personnel Management

Contact Details:

Education Personnel Management Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Lead HR Partner - Kent / Maidstone

People Strategy Development
Employee Relations
Change Management
Stakeholder Engagement
Coaching and Mentoring
Analytical Skills
Communication Skills