HR Advisor - Temp

Smart Recruitment Solutions; Sherborne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local education-focused recruitment firm is seeking a Temporary HR Advisor to provide generalist HR support in a school environment on a term-time only basis. The ideal candidate should have a CIPD Level 5 qualification and strong HR experience, particularly in education or public sector. Responsibilities include advising on HR policies, managing employee relations issues, and supporting recruitment efforts. A competitive hourly rate of £17.18 is offered along with a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Competitive hourly rate

Term-time only working pattern

Temp to perm opportunity

Supportive working environment

Qualifications

• CIPD qualification required for HR position.
• Strong generalist HR experience, ideally in education or public sector.
• Excellent knowledge of UK employment legislation.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR advice and guidance to management.
• Oversee various HR processes including maternity and disciplinary actions.
• Support recruitment, including interviewing and selection.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Excellent communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Generalist HR experience

Education

CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

Temporary HR Advisor - Education Sector (Term Time Only)

Location: Yeovil Area

Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm

Pay Rate: £17.18 per hour

Contract: Temporary with a Temp to Perm opportunity for the right candidate

Smart Recruitment is currently seeking an experienced HR Advisor to join a local school on a term-time only basis. This is a fantastic opportunity for a CIPD-qualified HR professional to work in a rewarding education environment, providing comprehensive generalist HR support.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide face-to-face generalist HR advice and guidance to management on employee relations and people management issues across Schools and Sports Centres
• Advise on HR policies, procedures, employment legislation and compliance
• Oversee and manage a wide range of HR processes, including:
  • Maternity, Paternity & Shared Parental Leave
  • Flexible Working Requests
  • Disciplinary & Grievance processes
  • Absence and Performance Management
  • Annual Performance Reviews
  • Training & Development
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Off boarding and exit arrangements
• Support Recruitment & Selection, including shortlisting and interviewing
• Assist the wider HR team with additional HR casework as required
• Manage and update HR systems and maintain accurate employee records
• Administer and maintain employee personnel files (both physical and electronic)
• Ensure ISI Inspectorate compliance, including maintaining and updating the Single Central Record (SCR)
• Undertake HR-related checks for volunteers, gap students and contractors
• Support data input, reporting, collation and preparation of HR correspondence
• Take minutes for HR-related meetings

Requirements

• CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent)
• Strong generalist HR experience, ideally within an education or public sector environment
• Excellent knowledge of UK employment legislation
• Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider HR team

What's on Offer

• Competitive hourly rate of £17.18 per hour
• Term-time only working pattern
• Temp to perm opportunity for the right candidate
• Supportive and professional working environment

Interested? Apply today through Smart Recruitment to take the next step in your HR career.

All roles subject to satisfactory checks per "Keeping Children Safe in Education" guidelines; including DBS Check and referencing.