We are seeking a skilled and motivated HR Advisor to join our HR team at The Henley College. In this fast-paced office environment, you will play a key role in delivering high quality HR services across the college.
This varied generalist role includes supporting recruitment, employee relations, performance management and learning and development, as well as contributing to the development and implementation of our new HR Information System (HRIS). You’ll work closely with managers and staff at all levels, offering expert advice and helping to embed best practice in people management.
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who brings HR skills and a positive, people-focused approach. The ideal candidate will have:
* Experience in a People/HR advisory role, ideally within the education sector or a similar environment.
* Strong knowledge of employment legislation, recruitment principles, and performance management processes.
* A proven ability to support employee relations cases and organisational change projects.
* Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
* Confidence using HR systems and producing clear, accurate reports.
* A professional and approachable manner, with the ability to provide guidance and build trust across all levels of the organisation.
About Us – The Henley College
The Henley College is a leading sixth form college, serving young people and adult learners from across Oxfordshire, Berkshire, and Buckinghamshire. Located in the heart of Henley-on-Thames, we are a vibrant and inclusive organisation with around 250 dedicated staff, committed to achieving educational excellence. Our values - High Expectations, Enterprise, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork, (HEART) - are central to everything we do.
As part of our team in this role, you’ll benefit from:
* Generous annual leave entitlement 28 days per leave year (1st September to 31st August), plus 8 bank holidays and 4 closure days
* Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
* Free onsite gym
* 40% discount at Henley Leisure Centre
* Free car parking and good public transport links
* 5 mins walk from the beautiful market town of Henley-on-Thames, on the banks of the River Thames
* 24/7 support for your physical, mental and financial health through our EAP provider
* We actively support our staff with continuing professional development
Location: Henley on Thames
Contract Type: Full Time Permanent, 37 hours per week.The Henley College is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
The Henley College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff to share this commitment. This position is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check.
The Henley College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.
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