Senior HR Advisor


Location: Herefordshire (Hybrid – office, on-site & home working)
Salary: £36,000 - £40,000
Benefits: 26–31 days annual leave + bank holidays, pension, flexible working, retail discounts




Our client, a leading organisation supporting the education sector, is hiring a Senior HR Advisor to deliver high-impact, hands-on HR support across schools and academies.
This role offers the opportunity to work at the heart of education settings, partnering with senior leaders to navigate complex people challenges and make a real difference to schools and communities.
This is a visible, on-the-ground role — ideal for someone who thrives in dynamic environments and enjoys building trusted relationships face-to-face.


What you’ll do


*Manage complex employee relations casework including disciplinary, grievance, capability, absence, redundancy and TUPE
*Act as a trusted advisor to headteachers, governors and senior leaders, often on-site in high-pressure situations
*Lead formal processes, including acting as investigating officer and producing detailed reports
*Provide expert guidance on employment law, policies and education-specific frameworks
*Support organisational change, consultations and trade union engagement
*Develop and review HR policies and procedures for schools
*Design and deliver HR training to education settings
*Build strong stakeholder relationships to support service delivery and future growth


You’ll work closely with senior leadership teams, education stakeholders and internal HR colleagues to deliver pragmatic, solution-focused outcomes.


What we’re looking for


*Significant experience managing complex HR casework end-to-end
*Strong knowledge of UK employment law and its practical application
*Confidence influencing and advising senior stakeholders
*Experience in unionised environments and consultation processes
*Excellent communication and report writing skills
*A calm, professional and decisive approach under pressure
*A flexible, solutions-focused mindset


Experience within education or knowledge of frameworks such as Burgundy Book, Green Book or STPCD is highly desirable.




Why join?
*A varied, high-impact role supporting schools and communities
*A collaborative and supportive HR team environment
*Flexible working with a balance of on-site and home working
*Strong benefits package including enhanced annual leave and pension




Apply now to play a key role in shaping HR delivery across education settings.