HR Advisor

CRA GROUP RECRUITMENT AND PAYROLL LTD; Newport; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

CRA Group Recruitment and Payroll Ltd is seeking a skilled HR Advisor to join their team, providing essential HR support to educational institutions. This role involves advising school leaders on HR issues, managing complex casework, and ensuring compliance with HR policies. A CIPD Level 7 qualification and significant HR experience are essential for success in this critical position.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a generalist HR advisory role, ideally in public sector or education.
• Experience handling complex casework with minimal supervision.
• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in relevant HR fields.

Responsibilities

• Advise Headteachers and Senior Leaders on HR issues.
• Support on case work including disciplinary and grievance matters.
• Design and deliver policy-related training.

Skills

Advisory skills

Problem-solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

CIPD Level 7 qualification (Chartered Membership or above)

Job description

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• We are excited to offer an opportunity for a skilled and proactive HR Advisor to join our Human Resources team, providing high-quality, professional HR advice and support to schools across the island. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in delivering a comprehensive HR advisory service, helping educational leaders navigate complex people management issues confidently and effectively.
  

Key Duties/Accountabilities

• Advise and guide Headteachers, School Business Managers, and Senior Leaders on HR related issues.
  
• Professionally support on case work including disciplinary, capability, sickness absence and grievance issues.
  
• Carry own case load of formal cases.
  
• Design and deliver policy related training.
  
• Ensure HR related policies, procedures, guidance notes, and intranet pages are maintained, and easily accessible to enable managers.
  
• Assist managers, employees, and the wider HR team in interpreting and applying HR policies and procedures, enabling the application of good practice.
  

Essential Experience Required

• Proven experience in a generalist HR advisory role, ideally within a public sector or education setting is essential.
  
• Experience of handling complex casework with minimal supervision is essential.
  
• CIPD Level 7 qualification (Chartered Membership or above)
  
• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in relevant HR fields
  

Additional information to note

• Working hours: 37 hours per week.
  

The role closes soon, please apply ASAP.

Requirements

Requirements

• Proven experience in a generalist HR advisory role, ideally within a public sector or education setting
  
• Experience of handling complex casework with minimal supervision
  
• CIPD Level 7 qualification (Chartered Membership or above)
  
• Evidence of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) in relevant HR fields