Unit 7 The Office Campus, Paragon Business Park, Red Hall Court, Wakefield, WF1 2UY
Position type: Permanent
Grade: NJC SCP 12-18 - £27,711 to £30,559
Kirklees Council are advertising this role on behalf of Enhance Academy Trust.
START DATE: As soon as possible
Enhance Academy Trust is a growing Church of England MAT based in Wakefield and Kirklees. We currently have thirteen Primary academies and a Post 16 Creative and Performing Arts free school within the Trust and will grow to sixteen primary academies in September.
This newly created role will join our Central Team working closely with the HR Advisor to provide a high quality and efficient HR service across the Trust.
As a Trust, we have developed a range of employee benefits. Here are just a few examples:
1. Membership to the Local Government Pension Scheme
2. Physical and mental health support from a team of experienced nurses, counsellors, therapists, physiotherapists, consultants plus NHS GPs and private medical services.
3. GP consultations with experienced NHS doctors are available for our employees and members of their household, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year and prescriptions (which have to be paid for) can be delivered to local chemists.
4. Free annual flu jab
5. Trained Mental Health First Aiders in all our settings
6. A paid annual Wellbeing Day – a time for you to use the day for an activity which promotes your own individual health and wellbeing
Here are some examples of the personal qualities and experience we are looking for:
1. HR experience, preferably in a school/trust setting but this is not essential
2. Up to date knowledge of employment legislation and its application within a large workforce
3. Experience of interpreting policies and procedures to be able to provide advice to the schools and Central Team.
4. IT literate with a working ability to use key IT software to present work to a high standard
5. Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office packages, databases, and web technologies
The role will involve some travel to the schools within the Trust so you must be willing to travel.
We need a committed team player with excellent organisational skills - with the ability to multitask and manage conflicting priorities.
If you are seeking a fresh challenge, enjoy variety in your role and are looking for an opportunity to make a difference, we would welcome your application.
To apply for this vacancy, please visit Enhance Academy Trust Recruitment Portal by clicking here.
Please contact Claire Lawless, HR Advisor if you would like further information about the role: claire.lawless@enhanceacad.org.uk / 01924 971722
Enhance Academy Trust has an absolute commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS. Online checks will also be completed for shortlisted candidates. The Trust values the diversity of our workforce and welcomes applications from all.
Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK – either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply for this position.
Closing date: Friday 14th February 2025
Interview date: Wednesday 26th February 2025
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