Full job descriptionSenior HR Business Partner (Schools)


Rate: £450 per day, Inside IR35 (Negotiable)
Location: Hybrid - 2/3 days onsite in East Midlands
Duration: Until January 2027
Start: ASAP
The role will provide strategic and operational HR support across the Council’s maintained schools, working closely with Head Teachers, School Business Managers and Chairs of Governors.


Key responsibilities include:
*Providing senior HR advice and guidance across the employee lifecycle
*Supporting complex employee relations matters including sickness, grievance and disciplinary cases
*Advising on performance management, restructuring, redundancy and workforce planning
*Building strong relationships with senior school leaders and key stakeholders
*Supporting HR service redesign and continuous improvement
*Working closely with Trade Unions and supporting consultation/negotiation
*Deputising for the HR Business Lead when required
*Leading and supporting HR Advisors within the team


Key experience required:
*Strong Senior HR Business Partner / HRBP experience, ideally within a large and complex organisation
*Extensive knowledge of employment legislation, HR policies and best practice
*Experience advising senior stakeholders and influencing outcomes
*Strong employee relations and Trade Union experience
*Experience managing and developing HR colleagues
*CIPD qualified or equivalent relevant experience
*Strong change management, consultation and negotiation skills


If you have the relevant experience, please apply today!