HR Business Partner

The Howard Academy Trust is seeking a highly effective and motivated HR Business Partner to join our HR Department within the Central Operations Team.

Are you passionate about supporting schools and making a real difference? This is an exciting opportunity to work within a values-driven organisation that puts staff first. We offer a collaborative and supportive environment, strong professional development opportunities, and the chance to influence and drive meaningful change across our schools.

This is a full time, permanent role, offered all year round, on the NJC pay scale B2 (points 27-30), £39,862 - £45,091 FTE per annum.

About the Role

This is a varied and fast-moving role where no two days are the same. You will partner with school leaders and managers, providing high-quality, pragmatic HR advice across a wide range of employee relations matters, while supporting organisational priorities.

You will manage a diverse caseload and be confident balancing competing priorities, working at pace while maintaining a calm and professional approach. The role would suit an individual who enjoys being busy, thrives in a dynamic environment, and takes pride in delivering a high standard of service.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong working knowledge of UK employment law and its practical application, ideally within an education setting
• Experience of managing a broad range of HR casework with confidence and sound judgement
• A resilient and adaptable approach, with the ability to remain focused and solutions-oriented when workloads are high

• A strong communicator, able to build positive relationships and influence at all levels

• A proactive mindset, with a commitment to continuous improvement and high standards of service delivery

• A collaborative team player with a proactive, hands-on approach

If you would like to arrange a call, have any questions or require further information, please contact the Head of HR, Hardeep Hullait, via email - hr@thatrust.org.uk

We reserve the right to alter our interview dates and close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response.