HR Advisor – Amethyst Academies Trust Central Team
Salary: Grade 6, Point 17–22 (£36,363 – £40,777)
Hours: 37 per week, 52 weeks per year
Base: Penn Hall School, Wolverhampton, with travel across Trust sites (Hybrid working available)
About The Role
As an HR Advisor, you will:
* Provide effective HR advice, guidance, and support across all Trust schools
* Serve as the first point of contact for employee relations, ensuring a professional and confidential service
* Support the HR Manager with projects and casework, and collaborate with school-based PA/Office Managers on transactional tasks
* Manage first-line casework (absence, change management, disciplinary, grievance, capability, appeals)
* Coach line managers, attend meetings, and maintain accurate records
* Support payroll and recruitment processes, ensuring deadlines and compliance
* Prepare contractual documentation and support HR projects
About You
* Has CIPD Level 3 or above, or significant equivalent HR experience (CIPD Level 5 desirable)
* Brings HR experience, strong IT skills (Outlook, Word, Excel), and can take accurate meeting minutes
* Is confident in handling sensitive conversations and providing solutions
* Demonstrates excellent interpersonal, organisational, and communication skills
* Works well independently and as part of a team, with flexibility to attend meetings across sites
Why Join Us?
* Be part of a supportive, forward-thinking Trust
* Hybrid working options
* Opportunities for professional development
* Local Government Pension Scheme
* Access to staff discounts
* Support through Employee Assistance Programme
* Generous annual leave with additional discretionary days throughout the year
* Onsite parking
* Make a real impact on the lives of staff and students
To Apply
Please submit your application form and supporting documents as outlined in the person specification to Jill Lines at jlines@aatrust.co.uk. For further information or an informal discussion, contact Jill Lines, HR Manager at the same email.
Closing Date
12pm on 17th November 2025
Interviews
Week commencing 24th November 2025
Safeguarding
Amethyst Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Contract: Permanent
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