HR Advisor

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a passionate individual to join the central team at Astrea, part of our Multi Academy Trust.

We are currently looking for an HR Advisor to deliver exceptional advisory services to our South Yorkshire Academies. If you have a strong passion for HR Advisory work and aspire to make a significant impact in enriching children's lives within our academies, we want to hear from you!

This role is part-time, requiring 3 days a week commitment (Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday), all year round. Your responsibilities will involve providing top-notch support to the Principals and Operational teams at the academies, as well as working at our Sheffield Head Office, the Quadrant.

We offer competitive benefits, an attractive salary package, and the option for hybrid work arrangements.

At Astrea, our dedication to school improvement is an ongoing and challenging journey. We highly value the experience and knowledge of all our team members and continuously strive for operational excellence in our academies.

In this position, you will report to the HR Manager Advisory and Partnering, working closely with a team of HR advisors located in South Yorkshire and Cambridgeshire.

Our goal is to achieve excellence in our schools by supporting Principals and Operations Managers in cultivating environments where our staff can flourish and progress.

Key Requirements:

• An experienced HR Advisor capable of providing expert advice to our academies and employees promptly, with the ability to efficiently manage time and caseloads
• Demonstrable experience in managing casework and a strong understanding of employment law. You will handle complex cases and mentor others through the process as part of our learning and development commitment
• Act as a trusted advisor, guiding Principals on staffing matters and HR, assisting in employee relations and employment law
• Showcase commercial awareness and risk management skills
• Support and contribute to the people team and strategic initiatives aimed at fostering productive and joyous teams, addressing challenges, and leveraging opportunities
• Experience in working with Trade Unions and fostering positive industrial relations at school level is advantageous
• Prior involvement in the Multi Academy Trust sector is beneficial

If you believe you possess most of the qualities outlined above but not all, we still encourage you to apply. We are interested in hearing from exceptional candidates. For any queries, feel free to reach out to our hiring manager, Claire Cook, at Claire.cook@astreaacademytrust.org

Provisional interview dates will be communicated shortly. If needed, we can arrange flexible meeting options via virtual platforms.

Astrea Academy Trust values diversity as a catalyst for creativity and innovation. We are dedicated to nurturing and retaining a workforce that reflects the diverse communities we serve, promoting equality, inclusivity, and a sense of belonging. Therefore, we particularly welcome applications from individuals underrepresented in Astrea's workforce, such as those from Black, Asian, and minority ethnic groups, individuals with disabilities, LGBTQI+ individuals, and men.

Job Type: Part-time, Permanent

Salary: £21,805.00 per year

Expected Hours: 22.5 per week

Benefits:

• Company pension
• Free on-site parking

Schedule:

• No weekends

Experience: Human resources: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification: CIPD (preferred)

Work Location: On-site

Expected Start Date: 01/09/2024