Director of HR

DIRECTOR OF HUMAN RESOURCES

Permanent – 37 hours

Salary Scale Points £62,202 - £70,293

This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic, committed Human Resources specialist with both a strong track record in HR leadership and management and an interest in the strategic development of a growing Multi-Academy Trust.  It will provide excellent scope for widening and deepening professional skills and experience.

As the HR Director, you will be a key member of the strategic leadership and will be a strategic partner in shaping and delivering the people strategy across all schools in the Trust.   You will lead on HR initiatives that attract, retain and develop talent, promote staff wellbeing , and foster a positive, inclusive working environment.  This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on our culture, drive HR innovation, and support our mission to deliver high quality education for all.

The HR function has evolved alongside the Trust’s development and has needed to respond rapidly to operational requirements and growth trajectory in recent years.   However, the new post holder will have the opportunity to review and develop structures and systems alongside the introduction of a new HR software package.    The successful candidate will also develop streamlined administrative systems trust wide, ensuring efficient, consistent processes in all schools.  

The Trust current includes 8 schools (five primary and 3 secondary schools).   The HR team sits within a central team with functions of Education, Finance, HR, Infrastructure Facilities and IT.   The HR team currently consists of a HR Director, HR Manager, HR Officer, HR Assistant and a Governance Manager who supports with payroll and Single Central Record Audits.

We aspire to be an organisation where all our staff are proud to work and central to this role will be to further this sense of belonging, driving forward our shared aspirations which are built on partnerships working collaboratively.  The HR Director will work closely with both Trust and school leaders to ensure that we are focused on the right things in the right way.

The Heath Family Trust has secured strong foundations which have been underpinned by strong collaboration between all leaders across each of our schools.  It is a real privilege to work alongside such a talented community of professionals working tirelessly to provide the best opportunities for young people across the Trust.  If you feel that you have the vision, drive and commitment to support our employees and make a contribution to the wider development of the Trust, our schools and central teams, then we would be delighted to hear from you.