Director of HR
Job Title: Director of HR
Employer: The Heath Family Multi Academy Trust
Job Type: Leadership
Job Phase: Cross Phase
NOR: 2000
Grade: Central Pay L10 - L15
Actual Salary: £62,202 - £70,293
Contract Type: Permanent
Contract Term: Full time
Location: Halton
Start Date: Start immediately
Closing Date: Monday, November 25th, 2024
About the School
Our Trust is cross-phase with five primary schools and three secondary schools in Halton, Knowsley and Sefton. Our mission is to improve the life chances of every child in our community by empowering our children to overcome barriers, be able to compete with the best, and shape the future. We achieve this through clarity, collaboration, accountability and academic rigour. These guiding principles set the foundation for a workplace culture that encourages personal and professional growth, allowing each team member to thrive and contribute their best. We are a values driven organisation and believe our greatest asset is our people; we recruit the right people who share our mission and provide the training they need to enable them to flourish.
About the Role
The Director of Human Resources is a pivotal role within our organisation, responsible for leading and managing all aspects of human resources functions. This position requires a strategic thinker with a strong background in HR practices and a passion for fostering a positive workplace culture. This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, committed Human Resources specialist with both a strong track record in HR leadership and management and an interest in the strategic development of a growing Multi-Academy Trust. It will provide excellent scope for widening and deepening professional skills and experience. The HR function has evolved alongside the Trust's development and has needed to respond rapidly to operational requirements and growth trajectory in recent years. However, the new post holder will have the opportunity to review and develop structures and systems alongside the introduction of a new HR software package.
The successful candidate will also develop streamlined administrative systems trust wide, ensuring efficient, consistent processes in all schools. We aspire to be an organisation where all our staff are proud to work in our Trust and central to this role will be to further this sense of belonging, driving forward our shared aspirations which are built on partnerships working collaboratively. The HR Director will work closely with both Trust and school leaders to ensure that we are focused on the right things in the right way. If you feel that you have the vision, drive and commitment to support our employees and make a contribution to the wider development of the Trust, our schools and central team, then we would be delighted to hear from you. The HR Director will be accountable for supporting the strategic development and operation of the trust through the development and implementation of effective HR strategies and services, and for upholding the trust's vision and values in all aspects of their work.
Responsible for leading the HR functions and services for The Heath Family (NW), including:
1. Leading and managing all aspects of the Trust’s Human Resources functions
2. Developing the Trust’s HR strategy
3. Ensuring all aspects of HR and payroll systems are efficient and effective
4. Ensuring the effective management of HR casework
5. Leading recruitment across the trust
6. Implementing effective performance management procedures
7. Delivering appropriate and effective employee engagement
8. Delivering a successful HR service offer to our schools
Personal Qualities
You will be CIPD qualified to Level 7 and have the ability to cope effectively in a busy, demanding role with an excellent understanding of developments in employment law, employee relations and experience of developing policy and procedure.
How to Apply
If you wish to have an informal discussion with the Chief Executive Officer, Mr David Donnelly about the role, please email a request to pevans@theheathfamily.org.uk. C.Vs will NOT be accepted. All applications must be submitted using the Trust's application form which are available to download from the Trust website along with the Recruitment Pack. www.thfnw.uk
Closing Date: Monday 25th November 2024
Short Listing Date: Tuesday 26th November 2024
Interview Date: Monday 2nd December 2024
Contact Details
The Heath Family Multi Academy Trust
c/o Palacefields Primary School
Badger Close
Runcorn
WA7 2QW
Contact Name: Paula Evans
Contact Telephone: 01928 249286
Contact e-mail: pevans@theheathfamily.org.uk
Website: http://thfnw.uk #J-18808-Ljbffr