PEOPLE PARTNER SCHOOLS

Cyngor Caerdydd/Cardiff Council; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardiff Council is seeking an experienced HR People Partner to deliver a high‑quality service for Schools and Corporate Education. You will advise on restructures, tribunal casework and employee relations, while supporting HR projects and fostering strong relationships with trade unions and stakeholders.

You will operate strategically within a large organisation, translating policy into practical solutions and leading with clear, collaborative communication.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with Senior Managers and trade unions.
• Knowledge of employment law, HR policies and procedures and implementing best practice.
• Ability to advise on complex HR matters with a pragmatic, solutions‑focused approach.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on complex HR matters such as restructures, employment tribunal casework, escalated employee relations issues and TUPE.
• Support the delivery of wider HR projects and initiatives.
• Build strong, collaborative relationships with leaders, trade unions and Governing Bodies to shape HR plans.
• Support strategic and operational delivery of HR services for Schools and Corporate Education.

Skills

Employment law

HR policy

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

CIPD Level 7 / chartered membership

Tools

MS Office

Job description

This is an exciting opportunity to join a supportive HR team, delivering exceptional people services, fostering a positive culture and ensuring compliance with best practice and employment law. Cardiff Council employs over 15,000 people and delivers more than 700 services to a diverse population of 362,000 residents. You’ll be part of a forward‑thinking organisation with a strong commitment to people, culture, and continuous improvement.

About the job

Reporting to the Senior People Partner, you will be part of a team providing a high‑quality HR People Partner service for Schools and Corporate Education services. This includes delivering expert advice on complex HR matters such as restructures, employment tribunal casework, escalated employee relations issues and TUPE. You will also support the delivery of wider HR projects and initiatives.

Working in partnership with leaders, stakeholders and HR colleagues, you will help to shape and implement HR plans and solutions aligned to organisational priorities. Building strong, collaborative relationships with recognised trade unions, Governing Bodies and stakeholders will be a key part of the role.

What We Are Looking For From You

You will be an experienced HR professional who can operate confidently both operationally and strategically within a large and complex organisation. You will have experience of working with Senior Managers and trade unions along with knowledge of employment law, HR policies and procedures and implementing best practice.

A confident communicator, you will build effective professional relationships quickly and be able to navigate complex issues with clarity, sound judgement and a solutions‑focused approach.

Closing Date: 27 September 2026

Additional information

This vacancy is suitable for post share.

We welcome applications in both English and Welsh. Applications received in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than English applications.

The interview process for this role will be held in person or alternatively on a virtual basis using an appropriate online platform. The hiring manager will advise of the interview format as part of the recruitment process. If you have any concerns around your ability to participate in a virtual interview process or if you would like an informal conversation about this role prior to application, please contact Emma Walker via email [e-mail]

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Job Category HR / Training / Safety

Department HR People Services

Working Pattern/Contract Type Full Time Permanent