Position Overview
Employment Relations Advisor – Salary: £32,000‑£35,000 dependant on experience.
The role is hybrid with travel required across our locations in the North West, Yorkshire and Midlands, and occasional group‑wide meetings across the UK.
Responsibilities
* Provide expert guidance on disciplinaries, grievances, performance management, flexible working, attendance and capability issues.
* Support managers with people decisions, ensuring confidence and legal compliance.
* Work closely with senior HR colleagues, Head Teachers, and Registered Managers to deliver effective, innovative HR solutions aligned with business needs.
* Manage a high volume of employee relations cases with accuracy and attention to detail.
* Use HR metrics to influence decision‑making and improve organisational performance.
* Collaborate across locations to embed HR policies and support continuous improvement.
Qualifications & Experience
* Significant experience as an Employment Relations Advisor in a fast‑paced environment with a strong focus on employee relations practices.
* Level 3 CIPD qualification or equivalent, demonstrating solid HR knowledge and professionalism.
* Proven ability to provide independent advice, make confident decisions, and offer practical solutions.
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
* Ability to build and maintain credible business relationships quickly, influencing and challenging constructively when needed.
* Highly confidential and capable of handling sensitive situations with professionalism and discretion.
* Proactive, well‑organised and able to manage multiple priorities across stakeholders.
* Flexibility to travel within and beyond the region as required.
Benefits
* Competitive salary: £32,000‑£35,000 dependant on experience.
* 7 weeks’ holiday (including bank holidays).
* Flexible benefits package allowing adjustment of holiday allowance, pension and life insurance.
* Wellbeing support including employee assistance.
* Medical cover to claim back the cost of optician, dentist appointments and high‑street discounts.
* Beautiful working environments with top‑class facilities.
* Refer‑a‑friend scheme offering a £1,000 bonus every time.
Employment Requirements
The post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (cost covered by the employer) and the Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people.
We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community.
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