At a Glance
- Tasks: Drive people strategy and support leaders in a dynamic education environment.
- Company: Values-led residential children’s care & education provider with a people-first culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, career development, and generous annual leave.
- Other info: Regular travel across the South-West and opportunities for leadership development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in shaping the future of education services.
- Qualifications: Experience in HR Business Partner roles and strong knowledge of employment law.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 50000 £ per year.
Tide Partnership is proud to be working with a values-led residential children’s care & education provider, looking to expand their People team with an experienced HR Business Partner. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing organisation where safeguarding, compliance, and leadership development are at the heart of their work. You’ll be part of a people-first culture where HR is trusted to lead, influence, and shape the future.
Aligned to the Regional Managing Director, you’ll be the key strategic HR lead across a group of education services. With multiple acquisitions and differing service cultures across the patch, we’re looking for someone adaptable - a true chameleon - who can flex their style, build strong relationships, and provide tailored support to leaders at all levels. You’ll be confident working in regulated care environments, with a strong grip on employment law, safeguarding, and risk management. You'll also be someone who enjoys rolling up your sleeves - designing and facilitating leadership sessions, coaching new managers, and helping embed a consistent, positive culture.
Key Responsibilities
- Partner with the Regional MD and operational leaders to drive cultural alignment and people strategy
- Build leadership capability by coaching and supporting newly appointed and developing managers
- Design, facilitate and roll out leadership development programmes when required
- Provide expert advice on safeguarding-related HR issues and safer recruitment practices
- Manage complex employee relations and long-term absence cases
- Support risk and compliance by contributing to audits, inspections, and risk registers
- Present people insights to senior stakeholders in a confident, narrative-led way
- Deliver tailored HR support across a diverse, multi-site organisation
Benefits Include
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- High-trust, values-led working culture
- Close partnership with regional leadership
- Career development opportunities and L&D ownership
- Generous annual leave
Travel Requirements
This is a regional role. You’ll need to travel regularly across the South-West, so a valid driving licence and access to your own vehicle is essential.
Essential Criteria
- Proven experience in an HR Business Partner or Senior Advisor role within Education
- Strong knowledge of employment law and safeguarding responsibilities
- Experienced facilitator with a track record of delivering leadership or management development initiatives
- Comfortable navigating complex ER issues and organisational risk
- Adaptable communicator able to work across multiple service cultures
Desirable Criteria
- CIPD Level 5 or above
- Experience of HR in organisations with acquisition, merger, or cultural integration challenges
- Familiarity with risk registers and regulatory inspections
- Strong analytical skills with experience using people data to shape decisions
HR Business Partner in Yeovil employer: Tide Partnership
Tide Partnership is an exceptional employer, offering a people-first culture that prioritises safeguarding and leadership development within the residential children’s care and education sector. With a commitment to employee growth, you will have access to career development opportunities and a comprehensive benefits package, all while working in a dynamic environment across the beautiful South West of England. Join us to make a meaningful impact and thrive in a supportive, values-led organisation that trusts HR to shape its future.
