Senior HR Advisor

Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.

We are excited to share an opportunity to join our People team as a Senior HR Advisor.

We’re looking for a motivated, confident individual to deliver a high quality HR service and programme of change across a defined client group. You will lead on a range of employee relations issues and managing absence casework ensuring they are resolved at the earliest opportunity and in the best way possible for the organisation and staff. The responsibilities of this role combine employee relations case management, change management and business partnering.

You will support in delivering change quickly, in a challenging and complex environment alongside ensuring provision of a high quality People Partnering service.

In this pivotal role, you will work in conjunction with the Senior HR Project Consultant and the school based HR support to deliver HR priorities across two academies.

This is a full time (36.5 hours per week), remote role but with significant presence needed on site across the two London academies. This role is fixed term contract until October 2026.

About Ormiston Academies Trust

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach - they are our greatest asset.

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, you can be sure of a role with purpose and meaning.

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before - being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children - a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve
• Being part of a team and community where you belong - receiving bespoke and holistic support from a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities
• A supportive environment to grow your career - an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits

About you

We are looking for a candidate with experience in HR, employment law, business partnering and change management. You will be CIPD qualified or have strong generalist experience in a large, complex organisation. Excellent practical and procedural knowledge in employee relations is essential to the role.

Working across a range of enabling functions, you will have strong relationship management skills and experience of developing relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.

If you are passionate about making a difference and are ready to work in a challenging yet rewarding environment, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits that care for you

We value your hard work and dedication, and we’re committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children and young people in our schools.

When you join us at Ormiston, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect robust and holistic support from us to enable you to excel in your role.

You will have access to an attractive benefits package including:

• 30 days annual leave (rising to 32 days after 5 years’ service)
• Generous pension and life cover
• Access to health and well-being programmes, including counselling service.
• Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform.
• Free and confidential legal, tax and health 24/7 helpline.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Automatic pay progression.
• Flexible working arrangements.

And much more as part of a leading multi-academy trust.

If you have any questions about the role please contact our recruitment team at recruitment@ormistonacademies.co.uk.

The closing date for applications is 9 March with interviews taking place shortly after.

Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a suitable candidate be found.

Ormiston Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974