Human Resources Business Partner

Employee Relations & HR Support

• Provide expert advice and guidance on employment law, HR policies and employee relations matters.
• Manage and support a range of HR cases, including maternity, absence management and other employee-related processes.
• Build strong relationships with leaders and managers, providing practical people solutions.
• Work with external HR and legal providers where specialist support is required.

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Lead and manage recruitment activity across multiple school sites.
• Prepare job advertisements, update job descriptions and coordinate interview processes.
• Oversee pre-employment checks and ensure compliance with safer recruitment requirements.
• Support effective induction and onboarding processes for new starters.

HR Operations & Compliance

• Maintain accurate HR systems and employee records in line with GDPR requirements.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding regulations, including oversight of the Single Central Record.
• Produce workforce data, reports and insights to support strategic decision-making.
• Manage contracts and HR documentation, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.

Staff Development & Wellbeing

• Support performance management processes and workforce development initiatives.
• Coordinate training records and identify development opportunities.
• Lead and support wellbeing and absence management initiatives.
• Act as a trusted point of contact for staff seeking HR advice and support.