Trust Head of Human Resources
Pay Scale: Support Staff Scale, Grade I, point 35-39
Salary: £46,142 - £50,269 per annum
Contract: Permanent, full year (term‑time plus 3 weeks will be considered)
Hours: 36 Hours per week
Closing Date: Monday 6th July 2026
Interview Date: TBC
Start Date: As soon as possible
We are seeking an experienced and strategic Head of Human Resources to lead and shape the Trust’s people function during a period of significant organisational change. This pivotal role will provide both operational and strategic HR leadership, initially supporting Hyde High School while driving the development of a high-performing, centralised HR service across the Trust.
Working closely with the Chief Operating Officer, you will play a key role in modernising HR practices, leading on complex employee relations matters, and delivering a forward-thinking people and talent strategy that supports workforce sustainability and organisational effectiveness.
This is a dynamic and evolving position requiring a visible, collaborative leader who can build strong relationships across multiple schools, influence at senior level, and lead through change with confidence. The successful candidate will be proactive, resilient, and committed to developing a positive, high-performance culture that enables both staff and students to thrive.
We are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to providing equal opportunity in recruitment and employment to all individuals who meet our criteria for the role advertised. We will consider candidates without regard to race, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation and identity, national origin, age, military or veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. This list is not exhaustive, and candidates will also be considered without discrimination based on socioeconomic, marital, parental or caregiving status, or any of the previously listed characteristics or statuses.
We value the diversity of our staff and do not tolerate any form of harassment, discrimination, or victimisation. We achieve this by creating and maintaining a work environment and culture where people from different backgrounds, and with varying lifestyles, interests, opinions, and responsibilities, treat each other with dignity and respect. Our working environment is such that our staff feel safe and are inspired and motivated to be their best.
Tame River Educational Trust and its schools are dedicated to sustaining and promoting diversity with respect to recruitment, promotion, training, and general treatment during employment. We are actively seeking to extend the diversity of our staff.
It is an offence to apply for this role if you have been barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; pre-employment checks will be carried out, references will be sought and successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and other relevant checks with statutory bodies. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff to share this commitment.
