Assistant People Services Business Partner

Nottingham College; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS

Vivup discounts

Cycle to work

CPD days

35 days annual leave plus bank

Job summary

Nottingham College is seeking an Assistant People Services Business Partner to support managers on people matters, with a focus on employee relations. The role requires HR generalist experience and ability to influence and engage across teams.

The position is part-time, fixed-term maternity cover, with some flexibility in hours and a Tuesday requirement. You will work with the People Services team to provide guidance, support, and data-driven insights, helping to shape people strategies and

Qualifications

• Generalist HR experience including employee relations, casework and recruitment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects with attention to detail.
• Strong communication and relationship-building with college leaders and managers.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice, guidance and support to managers on people matters, with emphasis on employee relations.
• Support recruitment and project activities; build effective working relationships with leaders and managers.

Skills

HR Generalist

Employee relations

Recruitment

Project work

Communication

Job description

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Assistant People Services Business Partner

Job Reference NottmCollege/TP/10086/598

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Part Time - Fixed Term

21 hours per week (Fixed Term Maternity Cover 9-12 months)

Full Time Equivalent Salary:

£30,860 - £35,282 pro rata to £17,515 to £20,024. Fixed Term Maternity Cover for 9 to 12 months

Weekly Hours:

21

Location:

Nottingham

Closing Date:

22/11/2026

Job Category:

Teaching Support

Campus:

Nottingham One

Team:

5400 - People Services

Job Introduction

Your future is here

A place to inspire

Being part of Nottingham College means playing a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential. Together , we’re making a positive difference to our learners, to our communities and to each other. We’re building better futures, for others and for ourselves.Here, you’ll have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, the support to thrive and the opportunity to shape your career.

Who we need

As part of the Business Partner team you will provide advice, guidance and support to managers on a range of people matters, a large part of is employee relations led . We are a People team with colleagues at the centre of what we do, and this is an ideal opportunity if you are people orientated HR professional, with a passion for engagement, wellbeing and culture . We are building better futures for others and ourselves. Here you will have the support to thrive and opportunity to shape your career.

What you’ll bring

The ideal candidate will have generalist HR experience, including employee relations, casework, recruitment and project work . You will:

• Have effective communication skills
• Have the ability to influence and motivate
• Work at pace, managing and prioritising your workload
• Develop effective working relationships with College leaders and managers
• Possess excellent attention to detail, and be able to analyse and produce accurate data and information

This is a part-time role, 21 hours per week.Fixed Term Maternity Cover for 9 to 12 months. There is some flexibility on the days and hours worked, the only ask is that one of these days is a Tuesday, we have a number of colleagues working part time and Tuesdays are the one day all colleagues work so we can collaborate and have team time together .

For further details on this post which the job description and person specification cannot answer for you, please contact Stephanie Kemp, Senior People Services Business Partner on 0115 8842392 or by email at [e-mail]

Teams interview: will take place from w/c 22 November 2026

Final Interviews: 30 November 2026

Why Join us

• Competitive salary – £30,860 - £35,282 per annum FTE
• 35 days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Discounts at various stores and services across the UK via our Vivup App
• Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets and car salary sacrifice scheme
• Opportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated Continued Personal Development (CPD) days and our Request to Invest Programme

A place to belong

Join a diverse, vibrant community of over 1,500 colleagues and feel welcome from day one. Whether it’s enjoying a cuppa and a chat at our Wellness Cafes, collaborating with your colleagues or making the most of the facilities on our campuses, this is a place you can feel involved, connected and supported . With an attractive benefits package including 35 days annual leave, flexible working opportunities, access to a generous pension scheme and perks package, this is a place where you will feel valued and where you can grow and develop . It’s a place where you can share your ideas, work with people from all kinds of backgrounds and together , make a positive difference .

Be a part of a dynamic and diverse team that thrives on innovation, creativity, and outstanding outcomes. Our aim is for our workforce to mirror the rich diversity of the individuals and communities we serve, creating an environment where a range of experiences, skills, and viewpoints are valued . Within our inclusive workplace, everyone is given the opportunity to belong. As part of this we are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that successful candidates may need.

Nottingham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment . Background checks including employer references and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

We value accessibility and inclusion throughout our recruitment process. If you need help or information in another format, contact [e-mail] or call us on 0115 884 2222.

Please note that applications from previous recruitment rounds will not be considered.

We review applications as they are received, so please apply early. We may close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications, and interview dates may change.