HR Advisor Amethyst Academies Trust Central Team Salary: Grade 6, Point 17–22 (£36,363 – £40,777) Hours: 37 per week, 52 weeks per year Base: Penn Hall School, Wolverhampton, with travel across Trust sites, (Hybrid working available) Are you passionate about supporting people and driving positive change? Amethyst Academies Trust is seeking a proactive and skilled HR Advisor to join our central team. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in delivering high-quality HR support across our family of schools. About the Role As HR Advisor, you will: • Provide effective HR advice, guidance, and support across all Trust schools • Be the first point of contact for employee relations, ensuring professional and confidential service • Support HR Manager with projects and casework, and collaborate with school-based PA/Office Managers on transactional tasks • Manage first-line casework (absence, change management, disciplinary, grievance, capability, appeals) • Coach line managers, attend meetings, and maintain accurate records • Support payroll and recruitment processes, ensuring deadlines and compliance • Prepare contractual documentation and support HR projects About You We’re looking for someone who: • Has CIPD Level 3 or above, or significant equivalent HR experience (CIPD Level 5 desirable) • Brings HR experience, strong IT skills (Outlook, Word, Excel), and can take accurate meeting minutes • Is confident in handling sensitive conversations and providing solutions • Demonstrates excellent interpersonal, organisational, and communication skills • Works well independently and as part of a team, with flexibility to attend meetings across sites Why Join Us? • Be part of a supportive, forward-thinking Trust • Hybrid working options • Opportunities for professional development • Local Government Pension Scheme • Access to staff discounts • Support through Employee Assistance Programme • Generous annual leave with additional discretionary days throughout the year • Onsite parking • Make a real impact on the lives of staff and students To apply: Please submit your application form and supporting documents as outlined in the person specification to Jill Lines at jlines@aatrust.co.uk. For further information or an informal discussion, contact the Jill Lines, HR Manager at jlines@aatrust.co.uk. Closing date: 12pm on 17th November 2025 Interviews: w/c 24th November 2025 Amethyst Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check. Hours 37 per week, 52 weeks per year Grade Grade 6, Point 17–22 (£36,363 – £40,777) Location Penn Hall School, Wolverhampton, WV4 5HP, with travel across Trust sites, (Hybrid working available) Contract Permanent Closing Date 12pm on 17th November 2025