Posted 02 August, 2026
HR Advisor
Reed
Leicester, ENG, GB
Full Time
Job Description
Leicester – Leicestershire travel only
\n£39939 PA (grade 11 – can not negotiate)
\n8.30-4.30, Mon To Friday
\nSenior HR Advisor
\nTemp / Temp to perm - must be able to start wc 10th Aug
\n\nThe Role
\nYou'll be part of a supportive HR team, providing operational HR support across multiple school sites. This is a varied role involving both office-based and on-site HR support, working closely with managers and staff on a range of employee relations matters.
\nKey responsibilities include:
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- Managing HR casework including disciplinaries, grievances, investigations, safeguarding matters and absence management \n
- Supporting managers with employee relations issues \n
- Attending hearings and formal meetings \n
- Advising on HR policies and procedures \n
- Supporting safeguarding and compliance requirements \n
- Maintaining and supporting Single Central Record (SCR) compliance \n
- Assisting schools during inspections and audits \n
- Building strong relationships with stakeholders (2 Head Teachers) across 2 Secondary Schools (400 stakeholders) \n
Candidate Profile
\nWe're keen to hear from candidates who have:
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- Previous HR Advisor or HR Officer experience with hands-on casework \n
- Strong employee relations knowledge \n
- Experience within the education sector (schools, academies or multi-academy trusts preferred) or safeguarding environment \n
- Knowledge of Ofsted and Single Central Record (SCR) requirements would be highly beneficial \n
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills \n
- CIPD Level 5 (preferred) \n
Working Arrangements
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- Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm, Monday to Friday \n
- Working Pattern: Flexible hybrid working, with some remote working available \n
- Travel: Occasional travel between local sites may be required, with mileage reimbursed \n
Contract
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- Initial 10-week temporary assignment \n
- Potential opportunity to be considered for a permanent position following the temporary period \n
