HR Advisor

TES FE News; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Think Differently Education Trust as an HR Advisor to make a positive impact on vulnerable children's lives in Birmingham. This role offers the opportunity to deliver high-quality HR support, lead recruitment, and promote wellbeing, all while contributing to an organization dedicated to educational excellence.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme with 24-hour helpline

Wellbeing champions at each centre

Benefits portal with various schemes

Local Government Pension Scheme

Free parking near Birmingham City Centre

Qualifications

• Skilled and motivated HR Advisor.
• Willingness to work towards CIPD qualification.
• Experience in delivering people-first HR support.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment activities and support wellbeing initiatives.
• Be the first point of contact for leaders.
• Help develop a strong, values-led culture.

Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

CIPD qualification (or working towards it)

Job description

Job Overview

‘Think Differently’ to inspire young people to overcome all barriers and achieve their dreams.

• Do you want to have a positive impact on some of the most vulnerable children’s lives in Birmingham?
• Do you want to work in an organisation that recognises the benefits of a good work/life balance for its workforce?
• Do you want to work in an organisation that invests heavily in CPD and allocates additional training days to develop its staff?

If you have answered ‘yes’ to all these questions, join our team!

This is an excellent time to join Think Differently Education Trust as we continue to implement a strategic vision developed by young people, staff, and other stakeholders. Join us to ‘Think Differently’ to inspire young people to overcome all barriers and achieve their dreams.

Think Differently Education Trust is a newly formed multi-academy trust based in various locations across Birmingham. During a school year, we educate over 3,000 young people, from a few days in hospital to several years in our teaching centres.

Many of our young people have complex medical needs, and some have been out of education for a significant period prior to joining us. We offer a full-time curriculum from EYFS to KS5, aiming to enable them to ‘close the gap’ and exceed expected progress during their time with us.

We’re not just building a Trust – we’re building a community where people thrive.

At Think Differently Education Trust, we believe great HR goes beyond policies and processes. That’s why we’re seeking a skilled and motivated HR Advisor to deliver high-quality, people-first HR support across our growing trust.

In this role, you’ll be the first point of contact for leaders, lead recruitment activities, support wellbeing initiatives, and help develop a strong, values-led culture. If you’re CIPD qualified (or willing to work towards it), love solving problems, and want to be part of something meaningful – this is the opportunity for you.

Benefits of Working for James Brindley Academy include:

• An employee assistance programme with a 24-hour helpline for legal, financial, medical, consumer, work, and family advice, plus counselling.
• Wellbeing champions at each James Brindley Centre supporting employees’ physical and mental wellbeing.
• A benefits portal offering various schemes, including cycle-to-work, low-cost health plans, childcare vouchers, and dining discounts.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Free parking near Birmingham City Centre, available evenings and weekends.

Help us shape the future of education. Apply today!

For more details, visit our website at Current Vacancies - James Brindley Academy.

Completed applications should be emailed to [e-mail].

Closing date: 11th August 2025.

Interviews: 20th August 2025.

As part of our recruitment process, an online search will be conducted on all shortlisted candidates. This is not part of the shortlisting process, and you will have the opportunity to discuss any concerns at the interview.

James Brindley Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance check, and employment is conditional upon this. Candidates must register with the DBS update service and provide consent for ongoing checks. Documentation must be produced to ensure compliance and updates.

This role requires fluent English, as mandated by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016).