Senior HR Advisor

Senior HR Advisor

Mansfield

Salary – 32K

Area NG18

Hours - Monday to Friday Full Time

HR Advisor/ Senior HR Advisor/ HR Generalist/ CIPD / Employee Relations/ Mansfield / Permanent / Education / Ofsted

We are excited to be working with a provider of innovative educational solutions for children and young people, offering tailored learning experiences to support their unique needs. They are seeking a proactive and experienced Senior HR Advisor to join their growing team.

Purpose of the Senior HR Advisor

This role will focus on employee relations, day-to-day HR activities, and leading key projects to enhance the overall employee experience. The ideal candidate will be CIPD qualified, resilient, person-centred, and experienced in fostering positive working relationships across a diverse workforce

Main duties and responsibilities of the Senior HR Advisor

• Act as the primary point of contact for employee relations matters, including absence monitoring, disciplinaries, and grievances.
• Champion employee relations and foster positive working relationships across the organisation.
• Provide day-to-day management and support for HR activities, including recruitment, onboarding, and performance management.
• Lead and coordinate HR projects aimed at improving the employee experience and creating an employer of choice.
• Ensure compliance with relevant Ofsted regulations, including safer recruitment practices and management of low-level concerns.
• Support line managers with HR guidance, advice, and training on best practices.
• Travel to various sites to meet with employees and ensure positive engagement between HR and the wider workforce.
• Contribute to the ongoing development of HR policies and procedures to align with organisational goals.
• Promote the core values of trust, innovation, and achievement within the HR team and across the organisation.

Knowledge and experience:

• CIPD qualification (or equivalent) is essential.
• Extensive experience in employee relations, including handling disciplinaries, grievances, and absence management.
• Strong understanding of Ofsted regulations and safer recruitment practices.
• Proven ability to provide HR guidance and support to line managers across a range of HR activities.
• Experience in leading HR projects aimed at improving the employee experience and organisational culture.
• Ability to work in a person-centred, resilient manner, with a high level of integrity.
• Experience in a fast-paced, growing HR environment, with the ability to embrace change and lead by example.
• Full driving licence and access to a vehicle, including business insurance, with the willingness to travel across multiple sites.
• Strong understanding of HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with employees at all levels of the organisation

If you are interested in finding out more please contact Alice Connors on (phone number removed).