Location: Herefordshire (Hybrid – office, on-site & home working)
Salary: £36,000 - £40,000
Benefits: 26–31 days annual leave + bank holidays, pension, flexible working, retail discounts
Our client, a leading organisation supporting the education sector, is hiring a Senior HR Advisor to deliver high-impact, hands-on HR support across schools and academies.
This role offers the opportunity to work at the heart of education settings, partnering with senior leaders to navigate complex people challenges and make a real difference to schools and communities.
This is a visible, on-the-ground role — ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys building trusted relationships face-to-face.
What you’ll do
Manage complex employee relations casework including disciplinary, grievance, capability, absence, redundancy and TUPE
Act as a trusted advisor to headteachers, governors and senior leaders, often on-site in high-pressure situations
Lead formal processes, including acting as investigating officer and producing detailed reports
Provide expert guidance on employment law, policies and education-specific frameworks
Support organisational change, consultations and trade union engagement
Develop and review HR policies and procedures for schools
Design and deliver HR training to education settings
Build strong stakeholder relationships to support service delivery and future growth
You’ll work closely with senior leadership teams, education stakeholders and internal HR colleagues to deliver pragmatic, solution-focused outcomes.
What we’re looking for
Significant experience managing complex HR casework end-to-end
Strong knowledge of UK employment law and its practical application
Confidence influencing and advising senior stakeholders
Experience in unionised environments and consultation processes
Excellent communication and report writing skills
A calm, professional and decisive approach under pressure
A flexible, solutions-focused mindset
Experience within education or knowledge of frameworks such as Burgundy Book, Green Book or STPCD is highly desirable.
Why join?
A varied, high-impact role supporting schools and communities
A collaborative and supportive HR team environment
Flexible working with a balance of on-site and home working
Strong benefits package including enhanced annual leave and pension
Apply now to play a key role in shaping HR delivery across education settings
Salary description
£36000.00 - £40000.00 per year