Are you a HR practitioner ready to make a significant impact? We're searching for a HR Business Partner to join our Trust. This isn't just an operational role; it's a strategical role and you will shape the future of our Portsmouth Schools. Within this role you will become a vital part of our HR team. You will play a crucial role in enhancing the people services we provide to our schools and external customers. You'll be instrumental in developing and implementing our people strategy that directly contributes to the success of our Trust. You will be based in Portsmouth and you'll be working with senior school leaders and develop strong relationships .Your expertise will be key in designing and delivering innovative HR solutions that meet our Trust's evolving people strategy and projects. If you're an experienced HR professional with a passion for strategic HR and a proven track record, we want to hear from you! What we are looking for : For further details please see the attached job description Extensive HR Knowledge with a CIPD Level 7 qualification ( or working towards) Previous Education experience is desirable Be able to manage and influence stakeholders and develop effective working relationships to enable a first-class HR service Experience of succession planning and talent management Experience of implementing talent and performance management practices Experience of leading on HR change projects such as restructures, TUPE and HR policies Ability to analyse and report on data as well as drive change as a result of that analysis Support the recruitment and resourcing plans for our school with the support of our recruitment team and Head of Business and Operations Autonomy to plan your own work load and lead the HR service in the South Ability to travel to sites in Portsmouth and occasional travel to other Trust sites About You About Us The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools across the South West, South, South East and East of England, consisting of early years, primary, secondary and specialist provision. We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances. That’s why we invest in our people and are recognised as the Multi Academy Trust Association Employer of the Year for 2025/2026, so that our staff are best supported to positively impact our pupils. Learn more about our Vision and Values here What our Trust will offer you: Competitive Pay Scales Performance Related Pay : We operate a Professional Growth policy that allows us to reward staff who meet their objectives with additional pay for exceptional performance. Pension Scheme Membership: Secure your future with membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme. Annual Leave : A pro-rata annual leave entitlement of 27 days for support staff, increasing to 31 after 5 years of service. Collaborative Support: Benefit from resources, mentoring, and school visits across the Trust. Training: Expanded your skills and knowledge with opportunities for Trust-funded apprenticeships and training courses. Knowledge and Curriculum Sharing: Regular MAT meets alongside our regional hub model offers a network of collaboration for staff to share best practice. Cycle2Work Scheme: Salary sacrifice scheme to purchase a new bike with National Insurance savings. Staff Wellbeing Focus : Access our 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme, free flu vaccinations, and eye care vouchers. TSTARS Staff Recognition : You will be part of our Staff Recognition Programme, with seasonal rewards for all staff. : Spread the word and benefit financially from our Refer a Friend Scheme. Store Discounts: Support staff have access to 'Discount for Teachers' scheme that offers a huge range of money saving deals and vouchers. Blue Light Card: School staff can now access the Blue Light Card for discounts across a wide range of categories including holidays, cars, days out and much more! Next Steps: If you are interested in working in our HR team, benefiting from a supportive network of colleagues across our Trust, and are keen to progress your career then please apply today! Early applications are encouraged and we reserve the right to close the vacancy if a suitable candidate is found. To arrange an informal conversation regarding this opportunity please email Simon Arnold – [email protected] We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process please email [email protected]