HR Business Partner

Are you looking to work within an organisation committed to their people and their growth, where you will be part of a large, supportive HR team, whilst having lots of autonomy for your own region? You will report to the Head of HR and be responsible for an HR Officer and be responsible for an HR service which is strategic and Operational, supporting schools to achieve and exceed their targets. You will be able to proactively manage and influence key partners and stakeholders to execute HR interventions to deliver objectives.

This HR Partner role is permanent and offers Hybrid working based in Portsmouth

Key responsibilities for this HR Business Partner role include:

Delivering key HR initiatives across your region, including workforce planning, restructuring, resourcing, talent management, pay and reward, employee engagement and professional growth.

Advise on employment practices, pay and conditions of service, legal and best practice regarding employment law and statutory requirements. Advising and leading a wide range of HR issues, including discipline, capability, absence, and grievance, together with attendance at meetings and hearings.

Lead on key change projects for schools – e.g. restructuring, TUPE, working practices

Successfully translating the people strategy into actionable plans, with a key emphasis on equity, diversity, inclusion, and wellbeing.

Develop a deep understanding of the schools in the area and their goals and develop people plans that support the delivery of these goals.

Take ownership of HR data for your Hub, ensuring the highest standards in data quality, metrics, and analysis. Deliver these within the required timeframes and provide actionable insights to inform decisions.

Developing and maintaining good relations with the recognised trade unions - Lead on school and hub union meetings to ensure they are taking place and being engaged with in a proactive manner

Be a Wellbeing Champion, ensuring consideration is given to Mental and Wellbeing in all areas of work.

Engaging and partnering with the wider HR team to ensure that your area is aligned and continuously adding value to the objectives of the Trust.

Benefits include:

Local Government Pension Scheme

A pro-rata annual leave entitlement of 27 days for support staff, increasing to 31 after 5 years of service. 

Expanded your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses.  

Cycle2Work Scheme: Salary sacrifice scheme to purchase a new bike with National Insurance savings. 

Staff Wellbeing Focus: Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers.

Staff Recognition: You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff.

Refer a Friend: Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme.

Store Discounts: Support staff have access to the 'Discount for Teachers' scheme that offers a huge range of money saving deals and vouchers. 

Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories, including holidays, cars, days out and much more!

With your CIPD level 7 qualification (or working towards), your ability to manage and influence stakeholders, experience of leading change projects and succession planning and talent management, you will find this HR Business Partner opportunity challenging and varied, as well as rewarding. Previous education experience would be an advantage but not essential.

If this HR Business Partner role sounds like something you feel you could add value to, then forward your CV today to Cressida Courtney or follow the link and apply online.

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