Our client, a forward-thinking and collaborative educational trust, is looking for an accomplished Regional HR Business Partner to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to support school leaders in all HR matters, enabling them to focus on their mission of improving educational outcomes across schools.

This trust brings together a network of schools, fostering a supportive community committed to shared learning and collaboration. By joining their team, you’ll work alongside a diverse network of primary and secondary schools across South of England They also offer hybrid working options through their shared service hubs, promoting a flexible working culture.

 What You’ll Gain:

• Professional Development & Career Growth: Opportunities for training, career progression, and development as part of a larger, expanding organisation.
• Supportive Work Culture: Work within a collaborative network that values learning and sharing across schools.
• Valuable Benefits: Enjoy a generous pension scheme, an Employee Assistance Programme, gym discounts, free eye tests, cycle-to-work scheme, and a green car scheme.

 Key Responsibilities:
In this role, you will:

• Oversee HR Operations: Manage HR contracts, operations, TUPE transfers, and policy implementation.
• Drive Strategic Recruitment: Support recruitment for designated schools, working closely with the Recruitment Team.
• Provide Employee Relations Support: Act as a key advisor in all employee relations matters.
• Manage Payroll and Budget: Offer budgetary support and manage payroll requirements.
• Conduct Analysis Reporting: Compile and report on HR analytics.
• Lead HR Team Members: Directly manage six School HR Leads, ensuring cohesive teamwork and HR compliance.

 Qualifications and Skills Required:
Our client seeks a professional with:

• CIPD Level 5 Qualification: Essential for demonstrating the necessary HR expertise.
• HR Leadership Experience: Significant experience in a senior or generalist HR role.
• In-depth Employment Law Knowledge: Ability to apply legal principles flexibly while upholding the Trust’s values.
• Exceptional Communication & Problem-solving Skills: Strong relationship-building, analysis, and decision-making capabilities.
• Self-motivation and Organisational Skills: Ability to manage multiple responsibilities effectively.

NB: To apply for this role, as well as meeting the above requirements, you’ll need to be living in and eligible to work in the United Kingdom without the need for visa sponsorship.

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