Strategic HR Business Partner - Education (Flexible)

Derbyshire County Council; Bonsall CP; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS membership

Wellbeing benefits

Flexible working

Supportive environment

Job summary

Learners' Trust in England seeks an HR Business Partner to work with Headteachers, School Business Partners and senior leaders to deliver practical HR solutions that support objectives and positive employee relations. You will lead employee relations, workforce planning, policy implementation, change management, recruitment support and leadership coaching, with CIPD Level 5 as minimum (Level 7 desirable).

The role requires strong knowledge of employment law, excellent communication, and a proven

Qualifications

• Minimum CIPD Level 5 qualification as a minimum.
• Significant experience in an HR Advisor or HR Business Partner role.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practice.
• Experience in education or a similarly complex organisation desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert HR advice and guidance to leaders and managers.
• Lead and support employee relations casework (disciplinary, grievance, absence, etc.).
• Support organisational change initiatives, restructures, and workforce planning.
• Develop relationships with Headteachers and senior leaders to identify HR solutions.
• Analyse workforce data to support strategic decisions.
• Support recruitment, retention, and talent development initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation, safeguarding requirements, and policies.
• Contribute to review and development of HR policies and procedures.
• Support wellbeing, engagement, and inclusion initiatives.

Skills

CIPD Level 5 qualification

HR expertise

Communication

Relationship-building

Education

CIPD Level 5

Job description

Learners' Trust in England seeks an HR Business Partner to work with Headteachers, School Business Partners and senior leaders to deliver practical HR solutions that support objectives and positive employee relations. You will lead employee relations, workforce planning, policy implementation, change management, recruitment support and leadership coaching, with CIPD Level 5 as minimum (Level 7 desirable).

The role requires strong knowledge of employment law, excellent communication, and a proven