Senior HR Advisor

Anne Corder Recruitment; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 37,000; Part time

Job summary

Anne Corder Recruitment Ltd is partnering with an education organisation to recruit an experienced Senior HR Advisor. The role covers Cambridge, North Cambridge & Ely with hybrid/field-based working, 30 hours across 4 days per week.

You will own employee relations casework, advise managers on day-to-day people matters, and support a small team of HR Officers while ensuring policy compliance across schools.

Qualifications

• Strong generalist HR experience with a particular strength in employee relations casework.
• Experience confidently advising and coaching managers through a range of people issues.
• A good working knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice.
• The ability to build trusted relationships with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the confidence to provide clear and pragmatic HR advice.
• A proactive, organised approach with the ability to manage a varied workload across multiple locations.
• Level 5 HR/CIPD qualification or equivalent HR experience.
• Previous experience within education would be advantageous but is not essential.
• Previous experience of managing or supporting a small team would also be beneficial.
• A full driving licence and the flexibility to travel between sites.

Responsibilities

• Providing trusted HR advice and guidance to senior leaders and managers across a portfolio of schools.
• Taking ownership of employee relations casework, advising managers and employees through a range of HR issues.
• Advising on areas including absence, performance, disciplinary, grievance, terms and conditions, family leave and recruitment.
• Building strong, credible relationships with senior leaders and school‑based HR teams.
• Supporting managers with the effective and consistent application of HR policies and procedures.
• Line managing and supporting a small team of HR Officers.
• Working closely with the HR Manager, escalating complex or sensitive cases where appropriate.
• Supporting more complex ER cases, including preparing documentation and attending formal meetings.
• Ensuring HR practices remain compliant with employment legislation, best practice and organisational standards.
• Supporting HR audits and ensuring accurate employee records and documentation.
• Assisting with HR data, reporting and analysis.
• Contributing to the review and development of HR policies and procedures.
• Supporting occupational health referrals and follow‑up actions.
• Helping to develop and deliver HR training for managers and colleagues.
• Contributing to wider HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Employee relations

Advising managers

UK employment law

Stakeholder management

HR policy guidance

Education

Level 5 HR/CIPD qualification

Job description

We’re delighted to be partnering with a highly regarded and established education organisation to recruit an experienced Senior HR Advisor.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR professional who enjoys combining hands‑on employee relations with the opportunity to build strong relationships and provide trusted HR advice across a diverse group of schools.

Senior HR Advisor

Cambridge, North Cambridge & Ely | Hybrid / Field Based | 30 Hours / 4 Days per Week

Salary FTE £35,000-£37,000

Working as part of a supportive wider HR team, you’ll provide a high‑quality HR service across a portfolio of schools throughout Cambridge, North Cambridge and Ely. This is a varied, field‑based role where you’ll work closely with senior leaders and school‑based HR teams, with the flexibility of hybrid working.

You’ll take ownership of a broad range of employee relations casework, advise managers on day‑to‑day people matters and ensure HR policies and procedures are applied consistently and effectively. You’ll also provide guidance and support to a small team of school‑based HR Officers.

It’s a role that offers plenty of variety, autonomy and the opportunity to make a real difference within a values‑led, people‑focused environment.

What You’ll Be Doing as the Senior HR Advisor

• Providing trusted HR advice and guidance to senior leaders and managers across a portfolio of schools
• Taking ownership of employee relations casework, advising managers and employees through a range of HR issues
• Advising on areas including absence, performance, disciplinary, grievance, terms and conditions, family leave and recruitment
• Building strong, credible relationships with senior leaders and school‑based HR teams
• Supporting managers with the effective and consistent application of HR policies and procedures
• Line managing and supporting a small team of HR Officers
• Working closely with the HR Manager, escalating complex or sensitive cases where appropriate
• Supporting more complex ER cases, including preparing documentation and attending formal meetings
• Ensuring HR practices remain compliant with employment legislation, best practice and organisational standards
• Supporting HR audits and ensuring accurate employee records and documentation
• Assisting with HR data, reporting and analysis
• Contributing to the review and development of HR policies and procedures
• Supporting occupational health referrals and follow‑up actions
• Helping to develop and deliver HR training for managers and colleagues
• Contributing to wider HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives

What We’re Looking For – Senior HR Advisor

• Strong generalist HR experience with a particular strength in employee relations casework
• Experience confidently advising and coaching managers through a range of people issues
• A good working knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice
• The ability to build trusted relationships with stakeholders at all levels
• Strong communication and influencing skills, with the confidence to provide clear and pragmatic HR advice
• A proactive, organised approach with the ability to manage a varied workload across multiple locations
• The ability to work autonomously whilst being a collaborative member of the wider HR team
• Level 5 HR/CIPD qualification or equivalent HR experience
• Previous experience within education would be advantageous but is not essential
• Previous experience of managing or supporting a small team would also be beneficial
• A full driving licence and the flexibility to travel between sites

If you’re an experienced HR Advisor looking for a role offering variety, flexibility and genuine autonomy, this is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive organisation where people and communities really matter.

Please note that we are not able to provide support with visa sponsorships and all applicants must be based in the UK and hold valid right to work in the UK.