Overview
As we scale up, you will lead on workforce planning, organisational design, and HR compliance to integrate new schools into the Trust’s culture. You will be a visible, influential leader directly impacting the Trust’s experience for all colleagues.
Responsibilities
* Lead workforce planning, organisational design and HR systems to support growth and efficiency.
* Provide expert leadership on HR compliance, employment law and employee relations matters.
* Lead and manage TUPE transfers and onboarding of new schools.
* Embed a positive, inclusive culture.
* Develop and oversee HR policies and procedures.
* Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO, Board and senior leaders.
* Lead internal and external communications including online presence and PR.
* Ensure safeguarding responsibilities are upheld.
* Represent the Trust with external stakeholders.
* Develop and implement a Trust‑wide People Strategy aligned to the Trust’s vision and growth plans.
* Support the vision and values of the Trust and demonstrate a collaborative team‑working approach.
* Maintain high professional standards of attendance, punctuality, appearance, conduct and courteous relations.
* Work within the Trust’s Equality Objectives to promote equity for all students and staff.
* Work within the Trust’s Health and Safety policy to ensure a safe working environment.
* Participate in training and learning activities and staff appraisal as required.
* Be proactive in seeking appropriate advice and guidance where required.
* Perform any other duties commensurate with the grading of the post as directed by the CEO.
Qualifications
* Senior HR leadership experience, with a proven ability to manage organisational growth, TUPE transfers or multi‑site recruitment.
* Strong knowledge of employment law, employee relations, policies and HR best practice.
* Evidence of relevant continued professional development.
* Experience of organisational growth, transformation or change.
* Experience of TUPE transfers, multi‑site or organisational expansion.
* Experience within a Multi‑Academy Trust or education setting (desirable).
* Experience of communications, PR or online presence development (desirable).
Skills and Attributes
* Strategic thinking with ability to translate vision into delivery.
* Excellent communication and influencing skills.
* Ability to lead and manage change in a fast‑paced environment.
* High level of professional integrity and discretion.
* Values‑led and committed to the Trust ethos.
* Collaborative, resilient and adaptable leadership style.
* Approachable leader who builds trust quickly.
* Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.
* Strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
Benefits
* Competitive salary (actual salary £51,356‑£54,495).
* Holiday entitlement of 26 days, increasing to 31 after five years.
* Full‑time (36.25 hours per week).
* Flexible working arrangements.
* Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
* Free on‑site parking, canteen facilities, staff room with free refreshments.
* Employee Assistance Programme, Occupational Health and Counselling services.
Location
Trust Hub at Altrincham College, Trafford. Travel to other schools within the Trust.
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