HR Advisor - Education Sector

We are supporting one of our multi-academy trusts who are based in Buckinghamshire and due to growth within their central HR team, looking to appoint an experienced HR professional to drive the continuous development and delivery across the trust.

About the Trust: They operate across seven sites with state-of-the-art facilities and a highly skilled staff team. They provide high-quality education and care for a wide range of needs across the behaviour and autism spectrum. Their defining purpose is to make an enduring difference to our students’ lives by equipping them with the knowledge, resilience, and skills for purposeful and lasting employment.

The Role: Seeking an exceptional HR Advisor to support the management and staff at the Trust. The successful candidate will be involved in all areas of the Human Resources function, supporting the full employee life cycle. This role requires close collaboration with the HR and Finance Teams and occasional travel to our sites in Hampshire and Wokingham.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide high-quality professional advice and support to managers and staff on all HR-related matters.
• Undertake specialist and general HR tasks as required.
• Deputise and act up for the HR Manager as needed.
• Update and support changes to employment law and best practices.
• Maintain and update document templates and ensure compliance with contractual and statutory requirements.
• Generate employment contracts and variations in line with authorised management requests.
• Conduct regular Single Central Record Audits.

• Collaborate with the Payroll Department to ensure accurate workforce information and payroll instructions.
• Guide and advise management and employees on all aspects of the employee life cycle, including absence management, investigations, discipline, grievance, and capability.
• Manage and monitor the Absence Management Programme and Probation Period Process.
• Assist in HR processes including recruitment, selection, employment checks, induction, training, and performance reviews.
• Support the HR Manager in managing poor performance and advising on solutions.
• Take notes at formal HR meetings and conduct interviews with recruiting managers.
• Provide management information reports relating to HR.
• Undertake job evaluations and contribute to the development of HR policies.
• Maintain and update HR database systems and filing systems.
• Coordinate learning and development events for Trust staff.

The Person:

• CIPD Level 5 certification or above.
• Experience in a fast-paced Education HR team, providing first-level advice on HR policies, employment law, and employee relations.
• Excellent organisation and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and manage a range of enquiries.
• Innovative and solution oriented.
• Proficient in MS Office, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong knowledge of databases and their role in providing accurate management information.
• Ability to form and maintain effective working relationships.

Application Process: To apply, please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role by clicking “Apply Now”. The closing date for applications is October 2024.