HR Advisor - Delta Academies Trust

Delta Academies Trust; Knottingley; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking Multi Academy Trust as an HR Advisor, where you'll provide essential HR support across multiple academies. This dynamic role allows you to make a significant impact in a people-focused environment, fostering a positive culture and ensuring compliance with employment law. Enjoy a varied, autonomous role with flexible working opportunities and access to professional development. Be part of a growing organization that values collaboration and innovation, and where your contributions will help create an environment where staff can thrive and students succeed.

Benefits

Membership to Teachers Pension Scheme

Technology and Vehicle Leasing Schemes

Discounts Platform

24/7 Online GP Access

Gym & Fitness Discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free Annual Flu Jab

Employee Assistance Programme

Menopause Support Service

Trained Mental Health First Aiders

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an HR Advisor or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of current employment law and HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Providing HR support and advice to academy leaders and staff.
• Supporting casework including attendance, performance, and grievances.

Skills

HR Advisory Experience

Employment Law Knowledge

Employee Relations Management

Communication Skills

CIPD Qualification

Education

CIPD Level 5 Qualification

Job description

Are you an experienced and driven HR professional looking for your next meaningful challenge?

Do you thrive in a fast-paced, people-focused environment where no two days are the same?

We are looking for an HR Advisor (Maternity Cover) to join our dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking HR team within a large, successful Multi Academy Trust. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality HR support across multiple academies, helping us create an environment where staff can thrive and students can succeed. The role starts in July 2025, but this is negotiable.

What You'll Be Doing

1. Providing hands-on HR support and advice to academy leaders and staff across multiple schools
2. Supporting all aspects of casework including attendance, performance, conduct, and grievances
3. Advising on policy, compliance, and employee relations in line with employment law and education-specific regulations
4. Partnering with leaders to foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing culture
5. Collaborating with the wider Trust HR team on projects and continuous improvement

What We're Looking For

1. Proven experience in an HR Advisor or similar role
2. Strong knowledge of current employment law and HR best practices
3. Confidence in handling employee relations casework from start to finish
4. Ability to build trusted relationships and communicate clearly at all levels
5. Experience in education or the public sector is desirable but not essential
6. CIPD qualification (Level 5 or above) is advantageous

Why Join Our Trust?

1. Be part of a growing organization that prioritizes people
2. Work with a team that values collaboration, integrity, and innovation
3. Enjoy a varied, autonomous role where your work makes a real difference
4. Access ongoing professional development and wellbeing support
5. Flexible working opportunities depending on academy needs

Open to discussing flexible arrangements, including up to 37 hours per week, Term Time Only, or All Year Round!

If you possess the necessary skills and experience, we would love to hear from you.

Our extensive employee benefits focus on your Financial, Physical, and Mental Wellbeing, including:

Financial Wellbeing

• Membership to the Teachers Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
• Technology and Vehicle Leasing Schemes
• Access to discounts platform

Physical Wellbeing

• 24/7 online GP or Nurse Practitioner access
• Gym & fitness discounts
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Free annual flu jab

Mental Wellbeing

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Menopause Support Service
• Trained Mental Health First Aiders

Holiday entitlement: minimum 37 days (pro-rata for part-time), including statutory Bank Holidays.

For more information and to apply, visit our website at Careers with Delta Academies Trust.

For an informal conversation, contact Helen Ruddle, Director of HR, via email.

In accordance with DfE safeguarding policies, an online search will be conducted on shortlisted candidates. The successful applicant will require an enhanced DBS check.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and are an equal opportunities employer.