Overview
Community Academies Trust (CAT) is seeking a Human Resources Officer to join our forward-thinking central HR team. Based at our head office in Tamworth, this is a fantastic opportunity to work across a diverse and growing multi academy trust, supporting schools and leaders to deliver outstanding outcomes for pupils.
Location and Details
Location: Dimbleby House, Tamworth
Salary: £36,363 – £39,152 (Scale J, Points 25–28)
Working Pattern: Whole year, Hybrid (Central Office, Home, and School Visits)
Contract Type: Full-time
Disclosure Level: Enhanced DBS
Responsibilities
* Provide expert HR advice to senior leaders across our schools.
* Lead on employee relations, casework, and organisational change.
* Drive recruitment campaigns and workforce planning.
* Support strategic initiatives in wellbeing, EDI, pay & grading, and talent development.
* Ensure compliance with safer recruitment and Single Central Record (SCR) standards.
* Deliver impactful training and contribute to policy development.
Qualifications
* CIPD Level 5 or equivalent experience — or a willingness to work towards it (we’ll support you!)
* Proven HR advisory experience, ideally in a regulated environment.
* Strong knowledge of employment law and best practice.
* Excellent communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills.
* A proactive, solution focused mindset with a passion for people.
Why join us?
At Community Academies Trust, we believe in empowering our staff and students to achieve more than they ever thought possible. You’ll be part of a collaborative, values driven organisation that champions professional growth and wellbeing, values innovation, inclusion, and integrity, and offers flexible working and a supportive team culture.
Benefits
* Support to gain CIPD Level 5 accreditation
* Generous public sector pension schemes for everyone
* Generous annual leave allocation starting at 36 days (including bank holidays)
* Supporting professional development through CPD, Apprenticeships and “Growing Great People”
* Family friendly policies and time off for dependants
* Access to savings in childcare costs
* Eye tests & glasses discount
* Free parking on all sites
* A free, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme - confidential and compassionate support when you need it
If you're ready to take the next step in your HR career and make a difference in education, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help shape the future of our schools.
Apply here: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/2755/EDV-2025-CAT-01182
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