People Advisor in Orpington

People Advisor in Orpington

Orpington Full-Time 30000 - 40000 £ / year (est.) No working from home possible
London South East Academies Trust

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support managers and employees through the entire employee lifecycle, from recruitment to performance management.
  • Company: Join a growing Multi-Academy Trust dedicated to educational excellence and community impact.
  • Benefits: Professional development opportunities, supportive work environment, and a commitment to diversity and inclusion.
  • Other info: Travel across various sites in Bromley, Bexley, Lambeth, Surrey, and Sussex.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in education while developing your HR skills in a dynamic setting.
  • Qualifications: Experience in HR, strong communication skills, and knowledge of employment legislation required.

The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.

We are looking for a proactive and experienced People Advisor to join our Trust People Team. This role will involve supporting managers and employees across the college, guiding them through the employee lifecycle, from recruitment and selection to performance management and employee relations. You will actively manage HR/ER cases, provide coaching to managers, and ensure the consistent application of college policies in line with current employment legislation. This role will work across schools in Bromley, Bexley, Lambeth, Surrey and Sussex with travel needed across all sites but be based in our Orpington Office.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide HR advice and guidance on a variety of employee relations matters, including grievances, disciplinaries, and absence management.
  • Maintain accurate HR/ER case records and ensure progress tracking within the HR team.
  • Support organisational change initiatives, including restructures, TUPE transfers, and performance management processes.
  • Drive college-wide recruitment initiatives and participate in recruitment activities, from candidate selection to onboarding.
  • Contribute to employee engagement, wellbeing, and safety, utilizing resources such as the Occupational Health provider and Employee Assistance Program.
  • Assist in developing HR policies and ensure compliance with HR best practices.

About You

The ideal candidate will be approachable, professional, and possess strong communication and organisational skills. You should have a good understanding of employment legislation, experience in an HR role, and be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and experience with HR software are essential, along with excellent interpersonal skills to engage effectively with colleagues and staff at all levels.

Equal Opportunities

London South East Academies Trust is fully committed to being an Equal Opportunities Employer and to creating a diverse, inclusive and respectful working environment, free from discrimination and harassment. We welcome and encourage applications from all, regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion or belief, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, parental status or marital or partnership status.

London South East Academies Trust

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London South East Academies Trust Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace People Advisor in Orpington

HR Advice and Guidance
Employee Relations
Grievance Management
Disciplinary Procedures
Absence Management
Organisational Change Initiatives
Recruitment and Selection