Academy HR Lead

Fixed Term Maternity Cover (12 months plus), All Year Round, 37 hours per week

We have an exciting opportunity for a HR Lead to be responsible for our HR Division here at Co-op Academy Southfield. The successful candidate would ensure an efficient HR service, coordinate recruitment activities and have responsibility for the line management of the HR Administration colleague(s). 

The role will include:

●       To support the Academy’s implementation of the Trust’s HR policies and procedures through the management of ER casework, liaising effectively with trade union representatives. and escalating cases to the Regional HR Manager when appropriate.

●       To coach and advise the Academy’s leadership team and middle leaders through HR processes and procedures.

●       To manage the Academy’s recruitment procedures, ensuring effective and efficient administrative support and the completion of on-boarding processes in line with KCSiE and safer recruitment legislation.

●       To oversee the Academy’s HR service delivery, ensuring processes and systems are robust to achieve accuracy and compliance with key employment legislation.

●       To support managers with employee attendance and well-being activities in line with the Trust’s supporting attendance procedure and OH advice

●       To be a proactive member of the Academy HR team by participating in regular meetings, attending training and working to continually improve processes and systems.

You’ll have successful experience of:

●       CIPD Level 5 Diploma in HR Management or equivalent

●       Experience of working in an HR Advisory position managing ER case work

●       Experience of undertaking HR improvement projects and reviewing HR processes.

●       A commitment to improving colleague experience

●       Excellent organisational skills and an ability to prioritise competing demands 

Why us?

What our team does really counts. And we offer a wide range of benefits and rewards to recognise the part you play in our success. Whether they benefit your finances, your well-being, or your family, in or outside work. You are important to us!

Benefits include:

●       Supportive Academy Leadership Team

●       Local government pension scheme and recognised continuous service

●       Co-operative flexible benefits, including cycle to work and 30% Co-op discount and 10% from non-branded products. Discount on Co-op services (insurance & legal)

●       Free flu vaccine and eye tests with money towards glasses 

●       24/7 Employee Assistance Programme offering advice to you and your family around legal, financial, health as well as free counselling 

●       Access to Wisdom - our Health & Wellbeing app

●       Season ticket and rental deposit loans

●       Welcoming, friendly, supportive, effective and efficient professional/continuing professional development

Our Values

We follow the Co-op’s ‘Ways of Being’ which are:

●       Succeed together – Cooperating is what makes us different; we’re better and stronger when we work together.

●       Be yourself, always – We bring our best self to the academy, so that we each contribute and respect others for doing the same. Of course, being yourself isn’t about excusing poor behaviours that contradict our other Ways of Being Co-op.

●       Do what matters most – What matters most is ensuring that our students achieve the best possible outcomes.

●       Show you care – We care about our Trust, our colleagues, our students, their parents, our Co-op and communities, now and for the future.

So, if you believe in our values, we would love to hear from you! 

Visits to the school are strongly welcomed. Please contact Marie Harper, our Staff Development Manager:

marie.harper@coopacademies.co.uk

INTERESTED? For further information, please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

How to Apply:

To apply please complete the TES application form on the TES recruitment portal. The link for the Academy HR Lead advert and application can be found on [INSERT LINK]

Closing date: 11.30pm, Sunday 14th April 2024

Shortlisting date: Week commencing Monday 15th April 2024

Recruitment Selection date: Week commencing 22nd April 2024

For more information about the Trust, please visit

www.coopacademies.co.uk

Co-op Academies Trust as an aware employer is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults as its number one priority. This commitment to robust recruitment, selection and induction procedures extends to organisations and services linked to the Trust on its behalf. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and two satisfactory references. All our colleagues are expected to demonstrate a commitment to co-operative values and principles.

The Trust is also committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnerships.