Your New Company
Hays HR are delighted to be partnering with a successful and growing Multi Academy Trust in South Yorkshire to recruit an experienced HR professional to provide temporary support during a period of extended maternity leave cover.This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative People team, supporting a portfolio of schools across the region. The Trust is flexible on seniority and would welcome applications from experienced HR Advisors, Senior HR Advisors, HR Business Partners or People Partners with strong education-sector experience.
Your New RoleYou will provide operational HR support to schools and senior leaders across the Trust, managing a varied caseload of employee relations matters while ensuring compliance with education-sector policies and procedures.
Key responsibilities will include:
Managing complex employee relations casework including absence, disciplinary, grievance and capability matters
Providing expert HR advice and guidance to Headteachers and senior leaders
Supporting schools with day-to-day people management issues
Advising on policies, procedures and employment legislation
Applying and interpreting Green Book and Burgundy Book terms and conditions
Assisting the wider People team during a period of increased workload
Building strong relationships with stakeholders across multiple school sitesWhat You'll Need to Succeed
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Previous HR experience within schools, academies, colleges or the wider education sector
Strong knowledge of Green Book and Burgundy Book terms and conditions
Proven experience managing complex employee relations casework independently
A current DBS check, or the ability to obtain one quickly
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
The ability to start at short notice and commit throughout September and October
A full driving licence and ability to travel across South Yorkshire schools when requiredWhat You'll Get in Return
Flexible working pattern of 3, 4 or 5 days per week
Opportunity to work within a respected Multi Academy Trust
Immediate start available
Competitive daily rate
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Valuable education-sector experience within a large Trust settingWhat You Need to Do Now
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Salary description
£23.00 - £30.00 per hour