Temporary HR Generalist

Hays; Bradford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an HR Generalist to deliver effective HR services and coordinate recruitment activities. This role involves managing employee relations, advising leadership on HR processes, and ensuring compliance with HR policies. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational skills and experience in HR advisory, particularly within education or local government. Join a dynamic team and contribute to the development of effective HR strategies aligned with school improvement priorities. If you're passionate about HR and making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR advisory and managing employee relations casework.
• Knowledge of employment legislation and safeguarding practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage HR policy implementation and employee relations casework.
• Oversee recruitment procedures and ensure compliance with legislation.

Skills

HR Advisory

Employee Relations Casework

Recruitment Management

HR Reporting

Organizational Skills

Education

HR Certification

Degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HR and Payroll Systems

Job description

Hays is working with an Academy based in Bradford for the temporary recruitment of an HR Generalist to deliver an effective HR service, coordinate HR and recruitment activities, and manage HR Administration colleagues. Support the implementation of the Trust's HR policies, leadership development, and HR strategy aligned with school improvement priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

1. HR Policy Implementation: Manage ER casework, liaise with trade unions, and escalate cases as needed.
2. HR Advisory: Coach and advise leadership and middle leaders on HR processes.
3. Recruitment Management: Oversee recruitment procedures, onboarding, and ensure compliance with legislation.
4. HR Service Delivery: Ensure processes and systems are accurate and compliant.
5. Employee Wellbeing: Support attendance and wellbeing activities, manage OH referrals.
6. HR Reporting: Produce reports with HR data and metrics for leadership.
7. HR Correspondence: Issue high-quality HR communications related to casework.
8. Employee Records Management: Manage employee records and checks.
9. Training Coordination: Oversee HR and safeguarding training.
10. Line Management: Manage HR Administrator, including performance reviews.
11. Team Participation: Attend meetings, training, and process improvements.
12. Compliance: Follow policies on equal opportunities, child protection, health and safety, security, and confidentiality.

Experience Required:

• Experience in HR advisory, managing ER casework, and handling priorities.
• Experience with HR and payroll systems, HR projects.
• Experience in education or local government HR processes (desirable).
• Knowledge of employment legislation, KCSIE, Safer Recruitment, safeguarding children and young people.
• Strong organizational skills and adaptability.

This role requires a DBS check, full compliance, and a start date ASAP. If interested, please click 'apply' to be considered.

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