Bridge Academy Trust Β· Chelmsford
About the role:
We are seeking an experienced and proactive
HR Partner to join our growing school trust. This is an exciting opportunity
for a people-focused HR professional to play a key role in supporting our
schools, driving positive employee relations, and helping to create an
environment where both staff and pupils can thrive.
As a trusted partner to school leaders, you
will provide expert HR advice and guidance across a wide range of people
matters, supporting the delivery of our people strategy and ensuring best
practice throughout the employee lifecycle.
As HR Partner, you will:
Partner with Headteachers and senior leaders to provide
strategic and operational HR support. Advise on employee relations matters including absence
management, disciplinary, grievance, capability and organisational change. Coach and develop managers to build confidence in
managing people issues. Ensure compliance with employment legislation, policies
and safeguarding requirements. Analyse workforce data and identify opportunities to
improve organisational performance and employee engagement. Contribute to HR projects and continuous improvement
initiatives across the trust.
We are looking for someone who:
Has experience in a HR Advisor, HR Business Partner or HR
Partner role. Has strong knowledge of employment law and HR best
practice. Demonstrates excellent communication,
relationship-building and influencing skills. Is confident managing complex employee relations cases. Can work collaboratively across multiple sites and
stakeholders. Shares our commitment to supporting educational
excellence through outstanding people practices.
Experience within the education sector is
desirable but not essential.