Were reimagining work/life balance
and you could be part of it. JobTitle: People Partner Salary:
Up to
45,000 per annum not pro rata (dependent on experience and qualifications) Location:
Bolton - Hybrid Contract:
Full time,
Permanent Hours:
37.5 hours per week, Mon-Fri 9-5 ABOUT US: At Outcomes First Group, we believe every child can thrive when given the right environment for success. As one of the worlds leading providers in our sector, we deliver exceptional, research-led education tailored to each individual, with smaller class sizes and personalised learning plans. Our vision is to empower every child with a world-class education that nurtures potential and inspires lifelong learning, our mission is to unlock that potential through personalised learning and opportunity, and our promise is simple: we listen, we work together, and we are accountable to one another to make the remarkable happen. JOB PURPOSE: This is a strategic, standalone People Partner role, ideal for a commercially astute HR professional with strong business partnering experience. Youll be the trusted adviser to leaders across three core areas
Momenta, Blenheim Schools, and Central Services
acting as the key point of contact for all people-related matters. Working closely with the Head of HR, youll play a pivotal role in shaping and embedding our people strategy, supporting leaders with organisational design, workforce planning, culture and engagement initiatives, and complex employee relations. Youll also contribute to integration activities during acquisitions and provide HR insights that inform business decisions. This role requires a confident, solutions-focused partner who can balance operational HR delivery with proactive, strategic input. Youll coach and challenge leaders, build capability, and ensure our people practices are consistent, legally compliant, and aligned with OFGs vision. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Partner with divisional leaders to understand business priorities and provide proactive HR solutions. Support and advise on workforce planning, organisational design, succession planning, and talent management. Coach and upskill managers to handle people issues confidently and build strong leadership capability. Lead on complex employee relations, including restructures, TUPE, change management, and high-level casework. Analyse HR data and metrics to provide insights, identify trends, and recommend improvements. Design and deliver engagement, wellbeing, and L&D initiatives tailored to divisional needs. Support integration activity for new acquisitions, embedding consistent people processes and culture. Partner with recruitment colleagues to ensure attraction, selection, and retention align with divisional growth. Stay abreast of employment law and best practice, ensuring advice and policies are compliant and fit for purpose. Collaborate with the wider HR function to share knowledge and ensure consistency across the Group. Travel occasionally to sites to build relationships and maintain visibility. EXPERIENCE, SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS: ESSENTIAL Proven experience in a HR Business Partner or equivalent senior HR generalist role. Strong track record of partnering with senior leaders to deliver people strategies and drive organisational performance. Significant employee relations experience, including complex case management and organisational change. Excellent knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice. Confident communicator with strong stakeholder management skills. Commercial awareness with the ability to balance people priorities with business objectives. Highly organised, adaptable, and solutions-focused. Willingness to travel occasionally to sites. DESIRABLE Experience in education, care, or multi-site environments. CIPD qualification (or working towards). Why join Outcomes First Group? About the Group Outcomes First Group is the largest independent provider of high quality special needs education and care. We are a vital part of local communities in England, Scotland and Wales with a renowned reputation for quality and positive outcomes for the people we educate and care for. We are really proud to say that in 2024, Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a Great Place to Work for the fifth year running. Our divisional brands include Acorn Education, Options Autism, Blenheim Schools and Momenta Connect. Our Vision Empower every child, whatever their ability, with a world-class education that nurtures potential, inspires lifelong learning, and equips them to thrive in a diverse and evolving world. Our Mission We commit to unlocking our pupils potential through personalised learning, innovation, and opportunity, supporting growth and aspirations. OurPromise We Listen. We never assume. We work together. To make the remarkable happen. We are accountable. To each other and for one another. Benefits Your health and wellbeing are important to us, so youll get an exceptional reward package including: Life Assurance Pension scheme with options to increase your contributions Your Wellbeing Matters
access to a wide range of first-class mental health support services and physical health checks Family Growth Support -
inclusive benefits package covering enhanced maternity and paternity leave, along with paid fertility treatment support. And a market-leading benefit offering through our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, enables you to choose the package thats right for you, including: A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits 100s of discount options valid in the UK and abroad Cycle to Work Schemes Electric Car Purchase Scheme Critical illness cover We are committed tosafeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all employees to share this commitment and undertake appropriate checks. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS We are an Equal Opportunities Employer. We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.