Required: As soon as possible Salary: £33,699 - £38,220 per annum (depending on skills/experience) Hours: 37 hours per week, Whole Time Contract Type: Maternity cover for up to 1 year Location: Based in Middlesbrough to work across our schools in Middlesbrough, Redcar, Stockton, North Yorkshire and York
We are looking for an outstanding HR Officer to join our team for maternity cover. The role of HR Officer will play a key part in delivering a high quality HR service across our Schools and the Central Team.
Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust is a family of 32 primary schools and 6 secondary schools. With more than 12,300 pupils and 1,500 staff, the Trust is now one of the largest Catholic Multi Academy Trusts in the UK.
Key duties
* Act as a first point of contact for HR queries, providing guidance on policies and procedures and ensuring compliance
* Support with employee relation matters such as sickness absence, initial disciplinary/grievance issues, performance concerns and flexible working meetings
* Provide advice and guidance on HR systems
* Support end‑to‑end recruitment processes, including onboarding and safer recruitment checks
* Maintain accurate employee records and HR system data
This role will suit someone with previous experience working in an HR or administrative role. Ideally you will be CIPD qualified (although this is not essential). You must possess exceptional interpersonal and organisational skills and have the ability to prioritise your workload so that tasks are coordinated effectively and the needs of the Trust are met.
If you wish to have an informal discussion about the position or arrange a visit, please contact Chris Barker, HR Manager on 01642 529200 ex 7053 or email barker.c@npcat.org.uk.
Closing date: Monday 8th June 2026, 9am. Interview date: To Be Confirmed.
Please refer to the back cover of the application pack for details of how to apply for this position.
Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust is committed to equality of opportunity, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check along with other relevant employment checks. The successful candidate will be required to sign a Catholic Education Service contract.
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