HR Advisor

St Helens Council; St Helens; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Cowley International College in St Helens is seeking an enthusiastic HR Advisor to provide support across all aspects of Human Resources and help deliver an effective HR service.

The role requires building strong relationships, working well in a team, and contributing to school life, with safeguarding responsibilities and enhanced DBS check.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and organised HR professional to join as an HR Advisor.
• Provides support across all aspects of Human Resources.
• Contributes to delivering an effective and professional HR service.
• Builds strong relationships with colleagues.
• Works well as part of a team and contributes to school life.

Responsibilities

• Provide support across all aspects of Human Resources.
• Help deliver an effective and professional HR service.
• Build positive relationships with staff and contribute to school life.

Job description

Achieving the Highest Standards Together.

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and organised HR professional to join our team as an HR Advisor. This is a key role within the College, providing support across all aspects of Human Resources and contributing to the delivery of an effective and professional HR service.

We are looking for someone who:

• Builds strong relationships with colleagues
• Is committed to high standards and achieving the best outcomes for all
• Works well as part of a team and contributes positively to school life

Working at Cowley International College

Our staff are our most important asset and their well‑being is of utmost importance to us. All our staff, at every stage of their careers, have access to expert support and training.

We offer:

• Flexible working opportunities
• Supportive Leadership Team
• ‘TLC’ sessions investing in personal development for all colleagues
• Access to formal qualifications for career progression, e.g. NPQs, apprenticeships
• Teachers’ Pension/Local government pension schemes and recognised continuous service
• Free flu vaccine
• Discounts and online offers at major high street/online retailers
• Staff ‘Golden Ticket’ leave of absence scheme
• Staff get together at the end of term
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme offering advice to you and your family around legal, financial, health as well as free counselling
• Cycle to Work scheme

At Cowley International College, we believe that happy, motivated staff create the best learning experience. That’s why we prioritise wellbeing, celebrate achievements, and foster a strong sense of belonging.

Come join us — where your passion for education meets a community that truly cares.

Cowley International College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

For more information regarding this role or to arrange a visit, please call 01744 678030 or email [e-mail]

Full Job Description & Person Specification Documents are included with this advert.

This is an Enhanced Disclosure post.

We encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds, who share our values, our commitment to inclusion, and who will help us on our journey to transform our organisation. The Council guarantees an interview to disabled applicants who demonstrate that they meet the essential criteria for the job, as detailed on the Person Specification, and will, for qualifying disabled candidates, make reasonable adjustments within selection.