HR Adviser

Search; England; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Barnsley seeks an experienced HR Advisor for an interim project role until February 2026. The ideal candidate will support a major merger project by providing expert HR advice across various functions including performance management, recruitment, and compliance. This role offers the opportunity to make significant contributions during a transformative time within the organization and requires strong experience in HR advisory roles, particularly within complex environments.

Qualifications

• Proven HR advisory experience in education or complex organizations.
• Strong knowledge of TUPE processes and employment law.
• Ability to handle multiple priorities and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Prepare HR data for due diligence and manage TUPE transfer queries.
• Provide expert HR advice on performance management and employee relations.
• Oversee recruitment campaigns and manage disciplinary processes.

Skills

HR advisory experience

Knowledge of employment law

Excellent communication skills

Ability to manage priorities

Ability to manage priorities

Education

CIPD qualification (or working towards)

Job description

HR Advisor - Interim Project Role

Location: Barnsley

Contract: Fixed-term until 28 February 2026

Hours: 36 per week

About the Opportunity

We're working with a leading education provider in Barnsley who is undergoing an exciting period of transformation. They are looking for an experienced HR Advisor to join their team on an interim basis and play a key role in supporting a major merger project. This is a fantastic opportunity for an HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys working on complex change initiatives. You'll be the go‑to person for HR advice and guidance, ensuring compliance and best practice across all areas of HR.

What You'll Be Doing

• Merger Support: Prepare HR data and documentation for due diligence, lead consultation meetings, and manage TUPE transfer queries.
• HR Advisory: Provide expert advice on performance management, absence, employee relations, and staff wellbeing.
• Case Management: Handle disciplinary, grievance, capability, and probation reviews, ensuring processes are fair and compliant.
• Recruitment & Onboarding: Oversee recruitment campaigns, participate in interviews, and ensure smooth induction processes.
• Absence Management: Monitor short- and long-term absence, liaise with Occupational Health, and support return-to-work plans.
• Performance & Development: Coordinate appraisals and contribute to learning and development initiatives.
• Policy & Compliance: Maintain accurate HR records, issue contracts promptly, and ensure adherence to GDPR and College policies.
• Collaboration: Work closely with payroll, contribute to policy development, and deliver HR projects for the Executive Leadership Team.

What We're Looking For

• Proven HR advisory experience, ideally within education or a complex organisation.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and TUPE processes.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver under pressure.
• CIPD qualification (or working towards) is desirable.

Why This Role?

You’ll be joining a supportive HR team during a pivotal time for the organisation. This role offers exposure to high‑level change management and the chance to make a real impact on the success of a major merger.

Interested?

If you’re ready to take on a challenging and rewarding interim role, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape the future of this organisation.

Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.