HR Adviser – Central TeamHours: 37 hours per weekSalary Range: 9, Scale Points 32 to 35, £41,511 to £44,711Contract: Permanent, F.....
HR Adviser – Central Team
Hours: 37 hours per week
Salary Range: 9, Scale Points 32 to 35, £41,511 to £44,711
Contract: Permanent, Full Time, All Year Round (Additional Leave during school holidays may be considered for the right candidate)
Location: Based at the Trust head office based in the Midsomer Norton, Radstock area
About Us
The Midsomer Norton Schools' Partnership was founded in 2009. Over the past few years the Trust has grown significantly to 35 schools, expanding its reach and impact both locally and beyond. This collaborative effort has empowered us to provide exceptional educational opportunities for children in communities across Bristol, South Gloucestershire, Bath & North East Somerset, Wiltshire, North Somerset and Somerset.
At Midsomer Norton Schools Partnership, we foster a culture of collaboration, respect, and continuous improvement. Our ethos is rooted in the belief that every individual has the potential to excel and contribute meaningfully to our community. We are committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where diversity is celebrated, and all voices are heard.
The Role
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR Adviser to join our growing Central HR Team. In this pivotal role, you will help shape a forward-thinking HR service that supports the Trust's strategic goals and fosters a positive working environment. You will provide operational HR advice to schools across the Trust, covering employee relations matters such as safeguarding, disciplinary processes, grievances, investigations, and sickness absence management, while ensuring compliance with employment legislation and Trust policies.
This fast-paced role offers the chance to collaborate closely with the Central Executive Team, Headteachers, and HR colleagues, building strong relationships across multiple sites.
Key Responsibilities
Provide expert HR advice on employee relations, including safeguarding, disciplinary, and grievance processes
Ensure compliance with current employment law, safeguarding regulations, and Trust policies
Support Headteachers and Senior Leaders with employee relations ensuring consistent application of HR processes
Assist in creating a centralised HR service to enhance operational efficiency
About You
CIPD qualified or equivalent with a solid understanding of current employment law and HR best practices.
Strong operational HR experience, particularly in handling complex HR casework and employee relations issues
Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work diplomatically and confidentially with colleagues at all levels
Confident working independently, with the ability to manage conflicting priorities in a fast-paced environment
Willing and able to travel to different sites across the Trust as required
Why Join Us as an HR Adviser?
We offer a competitive salary, excellent professional development opportunities, and the chance to make a real impact across our schools.
Benefits of Working with Us:
There are many advantages to working for us including 26 days’ annual leave (rising to 31 after 5 years service) plus bank holidays, access to a government pension scheme, sick pay scheme, cycle-to-work scheme, free eye tests and employee assistance helpline. You also have access to an employee benefits platform which offers savings on everyday essentials to special offers on travel, dining, and entertainment.
We encourage early applications, as we may close the vacancy before the closing date if we receive a strong pool of candidates. This is a unique chance to develop your HR career in a vibrant, forward-thinking highly successful educational trust.
