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HR Business Partner

Michael Page HR
Posted 3 days ago, valid for a month
Location

Reading, Berkshire RG31 4UR

Contract type

Full Time

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  • This position is a fixed-term contract with a prestigious boarding school in West Berkshire, running until the end of December 2024, with potential for extension or permanence.
  • The HR Business Partner role requires a minimum of 5 years of experience in an HR role, ideally within the education sector, along with a level 5 CIPD qualification.
  • The role involves developing HR initiatives, managing employee relations, supporting recruitment, and leading change management projects.
  • Candidates should possess strong knowledge of UK employment law and excellent interpersonal skills, as well as a commitment to an office-based role.
  • The salary for this position is approximately £49,000 per annum, along with benefits such as a healthcare cash plan, free lunch, and subsidised gym membership.

This is a fixed term contract, running until the end of December 2024 (there is a chance this will be extended or made permanent after this time). This role is fully office based in West Berkshire, so please only apply if you are happy to commit to an on site role.

Client Details

Our client is a prestigious boarding school based in West Berkshire. They have a longstanding history and reputation for excellence in education and are dedicated to nurturing talent and fostering an inclusive and stimulating work environment for all staff members. You will be joining a small team in HR on a fixed term contract, to support during a busy period of change.

Description

The HR Business partner will be responsible for:

  • Working closely with senior management to develop and implement strategic HR initiatives
  • Providing guidance on HR policies, procedures and employment legislation
  • Managing employee relations cases, from initial advice to resolution
  • Supporting recruitment processes to ensure the attraction of top talent
  • Driving performance management processes
  • Overseeing the implementation of training and development programmes
  • Leading on change management projects within the organisation
  • Contributing to the continuous improvement of HR systems and practices

Profile

A successful HR Business Partner should have:

  • A level 5 CIPD qualification
  • Experience working in an HR role, ideally within Education
  • Strong knowledge of UK employment law
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • The ability to influence senior stakeholders and drive change
  • A desire for an office based role (no hybrid working)

Please note- as this is a fixed term role, you should be available on short notice.

Job Offer

  • A competitive salary in the region of £49,000 per anum
  • Health care cash plan
  • Free lunch provided
  • Subsidised gym membership

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In order to submit this application, a Reed account will be created for you. As such, in addition to applying for this job, you will be signed up to all Reed’s services as part of the process. By submitting this application, you agree to Reed’s Terms and Conditions and acknowledge that your personal data will be transferred to Reed and processed by them in accordance with their Privacy Policy.