HR Partner

Location: Brighton and Hove

Salary: From £50,321

Working Pattern: Full-Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Closing Date: 1st November 2024

About our client

This role will encompass HR management across three education settings in Brighton and Hove.

Job Description

Are you an experienced HR professional looking for a new challenge in the education sector? They are seeking a proactive and collaborative HR Partner to join their forward-thinking national Multi-Academy Trust, for their schools based in Brighton and Hove. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in shaping the future of their trust by supporting their schools and central team with strategic HR initiatives.

As an HR Partner, you will work closely with school leaders, the central HR team, and the wider trust leadership to deliver expert HR guidance and support. This role is both strategic and hands-on, requiring a flexible approach to meet the evolving needs of the trust.

Our client is committed to delivering excellent education and fostering positive outcomes for every student by driving excellence and inspiring success, bringing learning to life and leaving no-one behind.

Purpose of the role

• To act as the first point of call in the provision of school support to their Brighton-based schools
• To work closely with the Chief People Officer and the broader HR team to contribute to and implement national initiatives

Essential Criteria

Education, Qualifications and Training

• Minimum GSCE English and Mathematics Grade C or equivalent
• A professional qualification relevant to the post such as CIPD Level 5 (Level 7 desirable)

Experience and Skills

• Ability to work operationally whilst demonstrating the ability to think strategically
• Experience of providing a proactive HR service at senior advisor level within the education sector
• Experience of working in challenging environments and maintaining resilience
• Experienced in building Human Resources team and coaching and mentoring
• Ability to operate in a consultative manner, demonstrate confidence and ability to push back, whilst maintaining professional relationships
• Extensive experience in providing robust, proactive employee relations advice
• Advanced keyboard skills, software expertise, Word, and Excel
• Demonstratable experience of working with a HR database i.e. People HR, ITrent, bespoke systems
• Business level written and oral communication (must be able to prepare documentation with and without templates)
• Able to use own initiative and work alone when necessary
• Extensive attention to detail with ability to maintain accurate and up to date records
• Experience in implementing and supporting organisation change management
• Ability to meet tight deadlines and plan and manage own time effectively; well organised

Personal Attributes

• Team orientated and demonstration of non-political behaviour at all times
• Ability and experience in dealing with confidential information, and keeping matters confidential
• Personal and approachable with the ability to maintain professional distance
• Robust nature and ability to work well under pressure
• Evidence of solid understanding of employment law
• Demonstration of successful management experience in: Recruitment; Selection and Retention; Employee relations; Working with trade unions; Performance management; Policy and Process development; Change or Project Management

Benefits

• Our Client's Benefits Scheme In Partnership with Sodexo - Enjoy exclusive offers and discounts tailored just for you!
• Cycle to Work Scheme - Save money and stay fit with their bike-friendly benefits
• Employee Assistance Programme - Your well-being matters! Access free, confidential support whenever you need it
• Flexible Working Opportunities - Balance work and life with flexibility that suits you
• Free On-Site Parking - No more hunting for parking, they've got your spot covered
• Good local transport links - Local train and bus links
• Staff Recognition - Our Client's Awards
• Generous Annual Leave - Start with a great holiday allowance, and it gets even better after 5 years!
• Pension Schemes - Secure your future with access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Refer a Friend Scheme - Know someone who would love it here? Earn rewards by bringing them on board!