HR Partner

Summary:

HR Partner job opportunity at a leading independent school. Support employee relations and organisational change.

About the School:

A school with a strong academic reputation and a commitment to excellence, offering a comprehensive education to boys aged 11 to 18. It fosters intellectual curiosity, academic ambition, and personal development through a wide range of co-curricular activities.

The Opportunity:

As an HR Partner, you will provide expert HR support across the employee lifecycle, with a focus on employee relations and organisational change. This role offers a chance to make a meaningful impact on a school’s culture and operations, working closely with senior leaders and managers to drive positive outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leaders and managers across academic and support functions
• Provide guidance and advice on employee relations and the interpretation of HR policies and procedures
• Support managers in managing key processes including disciplinaries, grievances, and performance management
• Offer clear and pragmatic advice on employment law and best practice
• Handle complex and sensitive cases with consistency, fairness, and risk mitigation
• Keep up to date with UK employment law to ensure compliance and alignment with best practices
• Support the development and improvement of HR policies and processes
• Contribute to HR-related change management and initiatives
• Analyse and develop key HR metrics to identify areas for improvement
• Oversee probation and performance appraisal processes
• Manage the Casual Worker assignment process
• Support the development and delivery of training materials

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Proven experience in HR, with a focus on employee relations and organisational change
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices
• Ability to provide clear, pragmatic advice and support to managers
• Experience in managing complex and sensitive cases
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Experience in developing and analysing HR metrics
• Familiarity with HR software and systems

Preferred

• Experience in the education sector
• Experience with policy and process development
• Experience in training delivery
• Experience with change management initiatives
• Experience with performance management systems

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• 39 weeks of term-time working with 4 weeks of annual leave
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• Supportive and inclusive workplace culture