People Partner

?People Partner

Location: Central Penrith Working Pattern: Full TimeSalary: £36,000 Position: Permanent

Foxgroves Recruitment is proud to be working exclusively with a well known and sucessful Education Trust to appoint a strategic People Partner to their central team. As the Trust's chosen recruitment partner, we're excited to present this unique opportunity to join one of Cumbria's most forward-thinking educational organisations.

The Trust stands as a beacon of educational excellence across Cumbria, with 12 schools united in their mission to deliver outstanding education. As they enter an exciting phase of strategic growth, they're seeking an exceptional HR professional to join their journey.

This isn't just another HR role. As the Trust's People Partner, you'll be:

• Working directly with the CEO and a senior leadership team made up of 3 other members of staff

• Supporting 12 schools across beautiful Cumbria

• Shaping culture and driving strategic people initiatives

• Delivering hands-on HR support where it matters most

• Making a real difference to education in the region

Each day brings opportunities to build strong relationships with school leaders and staff, offering expert HR guidance while creating an environment where people thrive. Your ability to balance strategic planning with day-to-day operational support will be crucial in shaping the Trust's future.

• CIPD qualification (or working/willing to work towards)

• Proven HR Business Advisory experience

• Strong coaching and advisory capabilities

• Multi-site HR support experience

• Strategic thinking with practical delivery skills

• Passion for the education sector (though direct experience isn't essential)

• A Positive "can do" attitude

Our client offers:

• Professional CIPD qualification study support

• True hybrid working flexibility

• Modern Penrith office base

• 25 days holiday + bank holidays

• Comprehensive healthcare benefits

• Competitive pension

• Professional development investment

• 2 paid volunteer days annually

• A lovely friendly team!

Having worked closely with The Trust, we can confidently say this role offers:

• Real opportunity to shape HR strategy

• Direct impact on educational excellence

• Supportive and collaborative culture

• Career development potential

• Work-life balance with home working and part-time hours

We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to promoting diversity and inclusion.

All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS clearance.