HR Business Partner – Education (National remit)
Hertfordshire Based Preferred | National Travel Required
Full-time | Permanent
£50,000 - £55,000 per annum + Car Allowance
Summary
Tide Partnership is proud to be working with a values-led children’s care and education provider, supporting their search for an experienced HR Business Partner to join their growing team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a national HR leadership role where safeguarding, compliance, and leadership development are key priorities. You’ll be part of a people-first culture where HR is trusted to influence and shape the future, working closely with senior stakeholders across the UK.
While the role has a national remit, the provider has a cluster of schools in the Hertfordshire Region, so preference will be given to candidates based in this region to support the local leadership team more closely.
The Role
Aligned with a Managing Director, you’ll act as a key strategic HR lead across a portfolio of specialist education services nationally. With recent acquisitions and multiple service cultures, we’re looking for someone adaptable and relationship-driven who can flex their style, build trust quickly, and provide tailored people support to leaders at all levels.
This is a hands-on, collaborative role requiring a confident and credible HR professional with a deep understanding of regulated environments, safeguarding, and organisational risk.
Key Responsibilities
* Partner with the Managing Director and national leaders to drive cultural alignment and people strategy
* Build leadership capability through coaching and supporting newly appointed and developing managers
* Design, facilitate and roll out leadership development programmes across services
* Provide expert advice on safeguarding-related HR matters and safer recruitment practices
* Manage complex employee relations cases and long-term absence
* Support regulatory compliance through audits, inspections, and risk registers
* Present meaningful people insights to senior stakeholders with confidence and clarity
* Deliver tailored HR support across a diverse, multi-site and multi-region organisation
Benefits Include
* Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
* High-trust, values-led working culture
* Close partnership with regional leadership
* Career development opportunities and L&D ownership
* Generous annual leave
Travel Requirements
This is a national role with regular travel across the UK. Candidates based in the Hertfordshire region of England are particularly encouraged to apply, as this is where a number of the provider’s largest services are located. A valid driving licence and access to a vehicle is essential.
Essential Criteria
* Proven experience in an HR Business Partner or Senior Advisor role within Education
* Strong knowledge of employment law and safeguarding responsibilities
* Experienced facilitator with a track record of delivering leadership or management development initiatives
* Comfortable navigating complex ER issues and organisational risk
* Adaptable communicator able to work across multiple service cultures
Desirable Criteria
* CIPD Level 5 or above
* Experience of HR in organisations with acquisition, merger, or cultural integration challenges
* Familiarity with risk registers and regulatory inspections
* Strong analytical skills with experience using people data to shape decisions
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