At a Glance
- Tasks: Support HR operations, manage employee relations, and lead absence management initiatives.
- Company: Winstanley College, a dedicated educational institution focused on student success.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, part-time hours, term-time only, and supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth in a safeguarding-focused environment.
- Why this job: Join a passionate team and make a real difference in staff wellbeing and support.
- Qualifications: Organised, detail-oriented, with a positive attitude and HR knowledge.
The predicted salary is between 25951 - 27733 £ per year.
Winstanley College is seeking an organized HR advisor with a professional positive attitude and a sharp eye for detail to join our dedicated College HR team. As our HR Advisor, you will be the College’s go-to expert for contract variations, family leave, flexible working, and other key HR matters. You will lead our approach to absence management using data to identify trends, managing Occupational Health referrals, and creating supportive return-to-work plans that get our valued staff back doing what they do best.
You will work closely with the Principal, Senior Leadership Team (SLT), and HR Manager to facilitate smooth operations and support employee relationships.
Key Purpose of the Role
The HR Advisor provides comprehensive HR and administrative support to the HR department in College. The role is responsible for employee lifecycle administration including providing HR guidance, being the first point of contact for absence management, facilitating return to work, coordinating cover, supporting onboarding appraisals, and assisting in compliance monitoring and other reasonable, appropriate and necessary tasks to meet the strategic and operational needs of the College.
Safeguarding Statement: Winstanley College is committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people that we work with. As such, all posts are subject to the 'Safer Recruitment' process, including the disclosure of criminal records and vetting checks. We ensure that we have a range of policies and procedures in place which promote safeguarding and safer working practice across the College.
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education, online searches will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
If you require any further information, please contact the college on 01695 633244 or E-mail: hr@winstanley.ac.uk.
Interview date: Wednesday 19th August 2026. This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check.
HR Advisor employer: Winstanley College
Winstanley College is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and friendly work environment where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of students and staff. With access to training and development opportunities, you will have the chance to grow professionally while being part of one of the highest-performing colleges in the UK. The college values its employees, recognising long service and commitment, making it a rewarding place to work.
