Regional HR Manager (ER)

Hays; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in the education sector is seeking a Regional HR Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role involves managing HR/ER functions across a group of schools, requiring strong employee relations skills and a CIPD Level 5 qualification. With competitive salary and opportunities for professional development, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in education.

Benefits

31 Days Holiday Plus Bank

Flexible Hybrid Working Model

Cycle to Work Scheme

In-House training schedule

Qualifications

• Confidence to provide HR advice across sites.
• Proven HR experience in the public sector is ideal.
• Ability to work independently and manage workload.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive HR/ER support across multiple schools.
• Lead on TUPE processes and advise on HR policy.
• Support EDI initiatives and deliver HR project support.

Skills

Employee relations

TUPE

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

CIPD Level 5 qualification

Job description

Your New Company

A respected and forward-thinking organisation in the education sector, are currently seeking a Regional HR Manager to join their People & Culture team on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an exciting time to contribute to a period of strategic transformation and operational improvement, also offering the opportunity to make a real impact across a diverse group of schools.

Your New Role

As Regional HR Manager, you will provide comprehensive HR/ER support across a group of academies in West Yorkshire (travel 2/3 times a week for meetings - potentially less dependent on workload - flexibility on diary management), working closely with headteachers and senior leaders.

You'll be responsible for:

* Managing employee relations cases (low level to complex)
* Leading on TUPE processes.
* Advising on HR policy and best practice across multiple sites.
* Supporting EDI & staff engagement initiatives.
* HR Project Support. This could include harmonisation of terms and conditions, supporting the implementation of a new HRIS and payroll system and EDI initiatives.

You will work autonomously, in a standalone capacity onsite, whilst being part of a collaborative regional HR team, including HR Managers, Senior HR Advisors, and HR Administrators.

To be a success in this role, you will require confidence in your ability to provide sound, up-to-date HR advice to a range of stakeholders across sites, particularly relating to employee relations casework.

What You'll Need to Succeed

* CIPD Level 5 qualification.
* Proven HR experience in the
Public sector (ideally), within a multi-site setting.
* Strong knowledge of employee relations and TUPE.
* Ability to work independently and manage a varied workload.
* Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

What You'll Get in Return

* Competitive salary: up to £51,800.
* 31 Days Holiday Plus Bank.
* Flexible Hybrid Working Model.
* Cycle to Work Scheme.
* Opportunity to work autonomously, managing your own workload.
* In-House training schedule.
* Opportunity to work in a values-driven organisation making a real difference in education.
* Supportive team environment with scope for professional development.

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