Senior HR Advisor

Leicester - Leicestershire travel only

39939 PA (grade 11 - can not negotiate)

8.30-4.30, Mon To Friday

Senior HR Advisor

Temp / Temp to perm - must be able to start wc 10th Aug

The Role

You'll be part of a supportive HR team, providing operational HR support across multiple school sites. This is a varied role involving both office-based and on-site HR support, working closely with managers and staff on a range of employee relations matters.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing HR casework including disciplinaries, grievances, investigations, safeguarding matters and absence management
• Supporting managers with employee relations issues
• Attending hearings and formal meetings
• Advising on HR policies and procedures
• Supporting safeguarding and compliance requirements
• Maintaining and supporting Single Central Record (SCR) compliance
• Assisting schools during inspections and audits
• Building strong relationships with stakeholders (2 Head Teachers) across 2 Secondary Schools (400 stakeholders)

Candidate Profile

We're keen to hear from candidates who have:

• Previous HR Advisor or HR Officer experience with hands-on casework
• Strong employee relations knowledge
• Experience within the education sector (schools, academies or multi-academy trusts preferred) or safeguarding environment
• Knowledge of Ofsted and Single Central Record (SCR) requirements would be highly beneficial
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• CIPD Level 5 (preferred)

Working Arrangements

• Hours: 8:30am - 4:30pm, Monday to Friday
• Working Pattern: Flexible hybrid working, with some remote working available
• Travel: Occasional travel between local sites may be required, with mileage reimbursed

Contract

• Initial 10-week temporary assignment
• Potential opportunity to be considered for a permanent position following the temporary period