HR Manager

North East England Permanent Competitive Ref: 408463

Our Client

Nigel Wright are delighted to be partnering with an Education Trust in their search for an HR Manager.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a highly motivated, enthusiastic, and experienced HR professional to join a team of HR Managers. This team is responsible for overseeing all day-to-day operational HR activities across all Trust sites. Additionally, you will collaborate with the HR Director to review and enhance internal policies and procedures, ensuring the implementation of best practices.

**Key Responsibilities:**
- Provide HR advice and guidance across the Trust.
- Ensure consistency in the application of all HR policies and procedures.
- Deliver robust attendance management procedures across the Trust.
- Support the TUPE process in the acquisition of new schools.
- Assist in the recruitment and selection of staff as required.
- Handle all discipline and grievance matters.
- Develop and implement wellbeing programmes.
- Form strong working relationships with relevant stakeholders.
- Produce timely HR metrics to support future planning.

Who we are looking for

No two days in a school are ever the same. Multiply that by the number of schools and growth plans, and you will understand that this role offers both challenges and great opportunities. The trust is dedicated to ensuring every child experiences excellence every day. The team is committed to fostering a supportive and dynamic environment and we would love to hear from likeminded HR professionals who can demonstrate some if not all of the following;

- Proven track record operating in a multi-site organisation, ideally with experience in public sector conditions of employment.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to engage with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Ability to balance day-to-day conflicting priorities.
- Flexible, resilient, and tenacious.
- Strong prioritisation skills for a demanding workload.