Position: Part-Time HR Advisor (Schools) Location: Hybrid - Auxilium House/School sites in Hereford, with some home-working Starting Date: Permanent (Specific start date based on candidate availability) Salary: £18,523 - £19,730 actual salary per annum (FTE £30,461 - £32,446) based on a 22.5 hr/wk full-year working pattern, dependent upon experience Industry: Human Resources Working Hours: Part-time, 22.5 hours per week Flexibility in working days to be discussed at the interview The role may be structured as either full-year or term-time plus 4 weeks (42 weeks total) Due to the potential for urgent school needs, applicants should be within travelling distance of Hereford Benefits: 26 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays (increasing to 31 days after 5 years of service) Aviva salary sacrifice pension scheme Flexible benefits scheme, including retailer discounts, option to buy/sell annual leave, cycle-to-work scheme, and healthcare plans Job Overview: We have an exciting opportunity for an HR Advisor (Schools) to provide comprehensive, high-quality HR support to schools and academies. This includes advising on complex employee relations casework (via email, telephone, Teams, and on-site), acting as an investigating officer on various employment matters, writing reports, and attending formal meetings. You will also contribute to the development of school-based HR policies and procedures, liaise with Trade Union representatives, and design/deliver HR training sessions. This role involves handling a broad spectrum of HR casework, including disciplinary actions, grievances, sickness absence management, TUPE, redundancy, appraisals, and capability issues. While experience in the education sector and familiarity with school-specific legislation (e.g., the Burgundy Book, School Teachers' Pay & Conditions, and School Staffing Regulations) is advantageous, it is not essential. Key Responsibilities: HR Advisory: Provide professional HR guidance to schools, ensuring compliance with employment law and school-specific regulations. Employee Relations: Manage and resolve complex HR casework, including disciplinary, grievance, and sickness absence management. Policy Development: Lead the development and implementation of school-based HR policies and procedures. Training: Design and deliver HR training sessions to school staff. Casework Management: Act as an investigating officer, prepare reports, and attend formal meetings. Legislation Awareness: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Burgundy Book, School Teachers' Pay & Conditions, and School Staffing Regulations. Autonomous Work: Operate independently with support from your line manager to make professional decisions in challenging situations. Travel: Regular travel within Herefordshire to attend school meetings, often at short notice. A reliable personal vehicle for business use is required. Experience & Skills Required: Proven experience in managing and resolving complex HR casework. Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices. CIPD qualification preferred, or equivalent experience. Excellent time management and interpersonal skills. Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in high-pressure situations. Experience in the education sector is beneficial but not required. Additional Information: This organization welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and considers requests for flexible working arrangements and reasonable adjustments. Applicants who meet the essential criteria and identify as having a disability, or who are Armed Forces Veterans or Reservists, will be guaranteed an interview as part of our commitment to the "Disability Confident" Scheme and the Armed Forces Covenant. Application Process: If interested, please apply by sending your CV, along with your availability/notice period and annual salary expectation. Contact: Elvis Eckardt Email: elviselvis-eckardt.com