Human Resources Officer

Community Academies Trust (CAT); Tamworth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational trust located in Tamworth is seeking a Human Resources Officer. The role involves providing essential HR advice, managing recruitment campaigns, and ensuring compliance with employment regulations. Ideal candidates will possess CIPD Level 5 or equivalent experience and demonstrate strong knowledge of employment law. Benefits include generous annual leave, a pension scheme, and a supportive working environment.

Benefits

Generous annual leave allocation starting at 36 days

Generous public sector pension schemes

Professional development support

Family friendly policies

Access to savings in childcare costs

Eye tests & glasses discount

Free parking

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Experience in HR advisory roles, preferably in regulated environments.
• Willingness to work towards CIPD Level 5.
• Strong understanding of employment law and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR advice to senior leaders within schools.
• Lead on employee relations and organisational change.
• Manage recruitment campaigns and workforce planning.
• Ensure compliance with recruitment standards.
• Contribute to training and policy development.

Skills

Communication skills

Coaching skills

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of employment law

Proactive mindset

Education

CIPD Level 5 or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Community Academies Trust is seeking a Human Resources Officer to join our forward-thinking central HR team. Based at our head office in Tamworth, this is a fantastic opportunity to work across a diverse and growing multi academy trust, supporting schools and leaders to deliver outstanding outcomes for pupils.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert HR advice to senior leaders across our schools. Lead on employee relations, casework, and organisational change.
• Drive recruitment campaigns and workforce planning.
• Support strategic initiatives in wellbeing, EDI, pay & grading, and talent development.
• Ensure compliance with safer recruitment and Single Central Record (SCR) standards.
• Deliver impactful training and contribute to policy development.

What we're looking for / Qualifications

• CIPD Level 5 or equivalent experience - or a willingness to work towards it (we'll support you!)
• Proven HR advisory experience, ideally in a regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and best practice.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills.
• A proactive, solution focused mindset with a passion for people.

Benefits

• Generous public sector pension schemes for everyone
• Generous annual leave allocation starting at 36 days (including bank holidays)
• Supporting professional development through CPD, Apprenticeships and 'Growing Great People'
• Family friendly policies and time off for dependants
• Access to savings in childcare costs
• Eye tests & glasses discount
• Free parking on all sites
• A free, 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme - confidential and compassionate support when you need it

If you're ready to take the next step in your HR career and make a difference in education, we'd love to hear from you.

Why join us?

• At Community Academies Trust, we believe in empowering our staff and students to achieve more than they ever thought possible. You'll be part of a collaborative, values driven organisation that champions professional growth and wellbeing, values innovation, inclusion, and integrity, and offers flexible working and a supportive team culture.