Human Resources Advisor
West Lea School
Enfield
- £39,951 - £42,840 per year
- Expired
- Salary:
- NJC Outer London, PO1
- Job type:
- Full Time, Permanent
- Start date:
- ASAP
- Apply by:
- 1 July 2024
Job overview
We are looking for a dynamic people professional, who is experienced in employee relations, engagement and with a passion for developing others.
Whilst experience in a similar role in a school setting is desirable, it isn’t essential. We welcome applications from people with a wide range of backgrounds and we’re looking for someone who shares our values and beliefs.
Having the right attitude is important. You’ll be just as happy being strategic as you are rolling up your sleeves and being hands on.
Don’t be put off from applying if you have specialist skills in some areas but not in others. We are committed to personal and professional development.
As you’d expect, we’re an inclusive employer and are committed to equal opportunities.
Purpose of the role
- The HR Advisor will work alongside the People and Culture Manager, senior leaders and people managers at all levels.
- Reporting to the People and Culture Manager who, working with the Director of Education oversees the school’s great place to work (GP2W) pillar and plans, you will be accountable and responsible for providing efficient and effective HR advice, guidance and support across the complete employee lifecycle.
- You will be responsible for managing and reporting on all areas of HR operations and employee relations.
- You will be part of a small team including a People and Culture Manager (line manager), Governance Administrator, Marketing Coordinator and People and Culture Team Administrator.
- You will play an active role in the life of the school, our partner charity and trust.
Key relationships
Created in response to the school's continued growth and new strategic approach, you'll play a key part in an ambitious, hardworking and extremely supportive team.
You’ll report to the People and Culture Manager and work closely with the school’s leadership team, CEO and directors – as well as people managers at all levels. You’ll also be the main (and key) point of contact with external HR Advisors.
Who it would suit
We’re looking for a dynamic people professional who is passionate about bringing the vision of West Lea School and the ECT to life and who thrives in a key and busy role. You will have experience of working in a similar environment, be gifted at getting things done, and be an effective communicator.
We’ll gladly answer any questions you have and, if you’d like to see us in action, we would love to show you around. The deadline for applications is Wednesday 26th June 2024 with interviews being in the week commencing 1st July 2024.
We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All our employees are subject to full Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, and we need proof of ID, medical clearance and right to work in the UK. Please note, CVs will not be accepted.
The application pack can be downloaded from our website however, if you require the pack in a different format or there’s anything we can do to help, please do not hesitate to contact us.
The deadline for submitting your application is 5pm on Wednesday 26th June 2024, 5pm
We look forward to hearing from you and wish you luck.
Safeguarding Statement
West Lea School, Staff and the governing body are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Our recruitment process is rigorous and appointments made are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, a medical check and satisfactory references
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About West Lea School
Welcome to West Lea School, an inclusive environment where everyone is welcome, no matter who they are or where they come from. Catering for students aged 4-19 with special educational needs, our four campuses – Meridian, Haselbury, Learning for Life and Horizon – equip children with a ‘suitcase’ of skills to help them progress on to further education and into the world of work. While the world provides many obstacles, we believe in tearing down walls and encourage each individual to reach beyond their realities, take risks and above all, believe in themselves.
As a part of a strong community, we are a group of people who work together to help each other, both socially and professionally. What makes a community strong is its agreement towards a common goal. ‘Learning without barriers’ is at the heart of everything we do, and our values are directly linked to all the work and support that goes on throughout the school community. We are a place of opportunity for growth and experience.
Promoting innovation, independence, kindness and inclusion, we want our students to leave West Lea in a position where they feel confident, not only in their academic abilities, but in themselves too. Working together, there is never a shortage of opportunities for our children to strive for greatness.
As part of this, West Lea is proud to be a member of The Enterprise Cooperative Trust (ECT) – a partnership of likeminded schools, charities, community groups and businesses, providing a holistic education which goes beyond academic achievement. Enterprise Cooperative Trust has a collective vision to improve education and life opportunities for all children and young people in Enfield. It challenges the ‘status quo’ by drawing on the expertise of the local community and neighbouring organisations to help our children flourish in the working world, both now and into the future.
With caring teachers and support staff, we offer a safe, secure learning environment and meet the daily pastoral and academic needs of all our pupils.
At West Lea School, we see ourselves as one big family. We help mainstream schools in the area by offering interim respite to those who need it and a school place for the few who cannot cope within a mainstream setting.
West Lea School is all about innovation, and as such, we are constantly evolving! The only true way to see what we can offer is by coming to see us and discovering why we believe you should make ‘our’ school, ‘your’ school. We have an open-door policy and would love to meet you.
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