HR Advisor

eTeach UK Limited; South Oxfordshire; On-site; GBP 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Henley on Thames seeks a skilled HR Advisor to enhance HR services. Key responsibilities include supporting recruitment, managing employee relations, and aiding in the implementation of a new HR Information System (HRIS). Candidates should have HR advisory experience, a good grasp of employment legislation, and a CIPD qualification. The role offers generous benefits, including a strong annual leave package and support for professional development.

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme

Free onsite gym

40% discount at Henley Leisure Centre

Free car parking

On site cafes

24/7 health support

Continued professional development support

Qualifications

• Experience with recruitment principles and performance management processes.
• Willingness to continue professional development.

Responsibilities

• Support recruitment and employee relations.
• Implement our new HR Information System (HRIS).
• Provide expert HR advice across the college.

Skills

Experience in a People/HR advisory role

Strong knowledge of employment legislation

Proven ability to support employee relations

Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

Confidence using HR systems

Education

CIPD qualification minimum at Level 3 or 5

Job description

HR Advisor

Location: Henley on Thames

Salary: £34,992

Contract Type: Full Time Permanent, 37 hours per week.

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled and motivated HR Advisor to join our HR team at The Henley College. In this fast-paced office environment, you will play a key role in delivering high quality HR services across the college.

This varied generalist role includes supporting recruitment, employee relations, performance management and learning and development, as well as contributing to the development and implementation of our new HR Information System (HRIS). You’ll work closely with managers and staff at all levels, offering expert advice and helping to embed best practice in people management.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in a People/HR advisory role, ideally within the education sector or a similar environment.
• Strong knowledge of employment legislation, recruitment principles, and performance management processes.
• A proven ability to support employee relations cases and lead organisational change projects.
• At least part of CIPD qualification minimum at Level 3 or 5 (or equivalent experience), with a willingness to continue professional development.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem-solving skills.
• Confidence using HR systems and producing clear, accurate reports.
• A professional and approachable manner, with the ability to provide guidance and build trust across all levels of the organisation.

About Us – The Henley College

The Henley College is a leading sixth form college, serving young people and adult learners from across Oxfordshire, Berkshire, and Buckinghamshire. Located in the HEART of Henley-on-Thames, we are a vibrant and inclusive organisation with around 250 dedicated staff, committed to achieving educational excellence. Our values – High Expectations, Enterprise, Accountability, Respect, and Teamwork (HEART) – are central to everything we do.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave entitlement 28 days per leave year (1st September to 31st August), plus 8 bank holidays and 4 closure days
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Free onsite gym
• 40% discount at Henley Leisure Centre
• Free car parking and good public transport links
• On site cafes
• Situated in the beautiful market town of Henley-on-Thames, on the banks of the River Thames
• 24/7 support for your physical, mental and financial health through our EAP provider
• We actively support our staff with continuing professional development

The Henley College is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

The Henley College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff to share this commitment. This position is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check.