HR Manager

The Bridge AP and Schools provides day placements for SEMH students aged 5 to 18 years primarily with social, emotional and mental health needs.  Some may be on the autistic spectrum, diagnosed with ADHD or have anxieties and difficulties that create barriers to learning. 

As an HR Manager in a SEMH provision, you will play a crucial role in leading and managing all aspects of human resource management across the full employee lifecycle, supporting the school’s staff, management, and leadership team.

The role will encompass strategic HR planning, recruitment, employee relations, policy implementation, performance management, and ensuring compliance with relevant employment laws and regulations. You will provide expert guidance and support to staff members regarding HR policies and procedures, fostering a positive working environment conducive to the well-being and professional development of all employees. 

As HR Manager, you will spearhead efforts to create a culture where staff are motivated, developed, and empowered to achieve their utmost potential, thereby maximising performance and contributing to the overall success of the school.

We are looking for an experienced HR Advisor, preferably with a background in education, who will play a crucial role in supporting our staff, management and leadership team in all aspects of human resource management.

This is a stand-alone role (with external support) in which you will be supporting 4 local sites with around 60 staff members in Melksham and Trowbridge.

What you will do (in a nutshell):

• Lead and provide strategic direction on all employee relations matters;
• Be accountable for the maintenance and compliance of HR records, including the Single Central Record;
• Direct and manage the recruitment and selection processes ensuring compliance with safer recruitment practices;
• Prepare contractual documentation for new employees;
• Take charge of induction training for staff;
• Generate and deliver timely management reports to the Executive Headteacher;
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of emerging HR issues and changes in legislation;
• Collaborate with the payroll department;
• Coordinate training needs for all staff;

About you:

• Solid HR generalist experience of working within a busy HR environment preferably in an HR Manager capacity;
• 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) grade A-C (9-4) or equivalent in English and Mathematics;
• CIPD qualified, working towards qualification or have relevant working experience;
• Experience of working in the Education sector is an advantage;
• Excellent organisational and communication skills with a good foundation in HR theory;
• Excellent knowledge and understanding of current employment law regulations, statutory guidance and best practice;
• Knowledge and understanding of safeguarding within schools preferable however training will be provided;

For full information about the responsibilities and requirements for this exciting new role, see the attached job description.

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