At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage employee relations and support HR initiatives in a vibrant school environment.
- Company: Join Nottingham High School, a leading independent school with a supportive team.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a positive work culture.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for growth and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a meaningful impact on staff wellbeing and engagement in education.
- Qualifications: CIPD Level 5 or equivalent, with experience in employee relations.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Nottingham High School is delighted to invite applications for the position of HR Advisor to join our dedicated and supportive team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and proactive HR professional to play a key role in delivering a high quality HR service within one of the UK's leading independent schools. Working closely with colleagues across the school, the successful candidate will contribute to fostering a positive, inclusive, and collaborative working environment while supporting a wide range of HR activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage employee relations casework proactively and effectively, providing timely and consistent advice in line with employment legislation and organisational policies, including absence management, flexible working requests, disciplinary matters, grievances, and probation reviews.
- Coach, support, and advise line managers to build their confidence and capability in managing people-related matters.
- Review, maintain, and update HR policies and procedures, ensuring that legislative changes and best practice developments are reflected promptly.
- Support employee engagement, wellbeing, and recognition initiatives, including the administration and analysis of the annual employee survey.
- Provide guidance and support throughout recruitment and selection processes as required.
- Ensure internal HR communications are clear, timely, accurate, and tailored appropriately to different audiences.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date HR records and employee data, ensuring compliance with data protection requirements.
- Produce and analyse HR management information and reports to support decision-making, identify trends, and highlight potential areas of concern.
- Ensure all employee-related changes are processed accurately and communicated effectively to payroll.
- Keep abreast of developments in employment law, HR best practice, and sector trends, applying this knowledge to support continuous improvement.
General Responsibilities
- Deliver a professional, responsive, customer-focused HR, recruitment, and compliance service to all stakeholders.
- Undertake any other duties commensurate with the level of the role, as reasonably requested by the Line Manager.
Essential Criteria
- CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent professional qualification).
- Significant experience managing a broad range of employee relations casework.
- Experience operating in a similar role.
- Sound knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice.
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
HR Advisor in Nottingham employer: Nottingham High School
Nottingham High School is an exceptional employer that prioritises the professional growth and wellbeing of its staff. With a supportive work culture that values collaboration and innovation, employees are encouraged to develop their skills through ongoing training and development opportunities. Located in a vibrant community, the school offers a unique chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of students while enjoying a fulfilling career in education HR.
