About this Role
All Year Round
Position based at LevenshulmeHigh School
Youwill be employed by Greater Manchester Education Trust and will support adesignated portfolio of schools, initially based at Levenshulme High School.
About Greater Manchester Education Trust
Greater Manchester Education Trust (GMET) wasestablished in 2022 following the successful merger of two local multi-academytrusts. We currently oversee four academies and two sixth form colleges,working in some of the most academically, socially, and ethnically diversecommunities in the region. The trust is at a point of growth whichwill further extend the impact and reach of this role.
GMET is a diverse and inclusiveTrust for young people of all backgrounds in Greater Manchester. We arecommitted to providing the best learning, the best support, and a sense ofbelonging in our community so that every child and adult can fulfil their ambitionand have a great future.
To support our progressive andvalues-led organisation, we are seeking a high-quality HR OperationsManager to join our central team.
About the Role
As our HR Operations Manager, youwill be the lead HR professional for a portfolio of schools, providing expertadvice and operational leadership across the full employee lifecycle. Workingclosely with Headteachers, senior leaders and HR colleagues, you will support awide range of people matters including employee relations, attendancemanagement, recruitment, workforce compliance and organisational change. Youwill play a key role in ensuring consistent, high-quality HR services thatenable school leaders to manage their teams confidently, fairly andeffectively.
This is a varied and rewardingrole that combines hands-on casework with strategic operational oversight. Youwill manage and develop HR Administrators within your portfolio, monitorcompliance and workforce metrics, and use data to identify risks and drivecontinuous improvement. Through your expertise and professional judgement, youwill help maintain a positive, compliant and people-focused culture across ourTrust schools.
About You
You will be an experienced HRprofessional with a strong background in generalist HR and employee relations.Comfortable advising and influencing leaders at all levels, you will have soundknowledge of employment law, experience managing complex casework, and theability to apply policies fairly and consistently. Whether supportingattendance management, recruitment processes or organisational change, you willbring confidence, credibility and a pragmatic approach to achieving positiveoutcomes.
Highly organised andsolutions-focused, you will be able to manage competing priorities whilemaintaining excellent attention to detail and confidentiality. You will be acollaborative team player with strong communication skills, capable of buildingeffective relationships across multiple schools and stakeholders. A CIPD Level5 qualification, or equivalent experience, combined with a commitment todelivering outstanding HR support, will help you succeed in this rewardingrole.
Full details about the roleand the qualifications, experience, and attributes required can be found in theattached Job Description and Person Specification.
Why Join GMET?
A Trust for Every Child and EveryColleague
At GMET, we believe that greatfutures are built by great people. Every colleague in our schools experiencesthe same focus on care, guidance, opportunity, and challenge that we providefor our learners. We strive for excellence in everything we do, and every role,whether teaching or support, is valued.
When you join GMET, you'll bepart of a trust that puts people at the heart of its strategy. You'll besupported and empowered to grow within an inclusive, ambitious environmentwhere wellbeing and professional development are priorities. Through bespokesupport, tailored CPD, and opportunities to collaborate and innovate, you'llbecome the very best practitioner and advance your career with us.
What We Offer
- A warm, inclusive, and supportive school culture
- High expectations for all learners and staff
- A strong focus on wellbeing and professional development
- Opportunities to innovate and collaborate across the trust
- A commitment to equity, diversity, and accessibility
- Tailored CPD and coaching
- Trust-wide networks and learning communities
- Leadership development pathways
- Access to wellbeing resources and flexible working options
EmployeeBenefits
- Comprehensive professional development and clear career pathways
- Health cash plans and generous pension scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Flexible working options
- Blue Light Card and similar discount schemes
- Free parking and more
We are committed to safeguarding,child protection and promoting the wellbeing of children and young people andexpects all staff to share this commitment. All roles are subject to:
- Enhanced DBS checks
- Reference and identity verification and other pre-employment checks.
- Compliance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE)
We are an equal opportunitiesemployer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. If you require anyadjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
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HR Operations Manager at Levenshulme High School employer: Levenshulme High School
Levenshulme High School is an outstanding employer that prioritises the wellbeing and professional development of its staff within a vibrant, multicultural community in Manchester. With a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion, employees benefit from tailored CPD opportunities, a supportive work culture, and a collaborative environment that encourages innovation and personal growth. Join us to be part of a dedicated team that inspires creativity and empowers students to achieve their potential while enjoying a range of employee benefits designed to enhance your work-life balance.
