Employee Relations Officer

About the Role

This Trust is seeking to appoint a proactive, knowledgeable and highly professional Employee Relations Officer to their central HR team. This is a key role within the Trust, supporting leaders and staff across multiple school sites and ensuring consistent, high-quality HR practice.

The successful candidate will provide expert guidance on employee relations matters, support casework, advise on policy, and help maintain a positive, compliant and well-managed employment environment across the Trust.

This role is ideal for an experienced HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced, people-focused environment and is confident working across multiple sites.

Benefits

· Free on-site parking.

· Complimentary hot drinks provided for staff.

· Access to ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities and training.

· Staff wellbeing days and initiatives to support a healthy work-life balance.

· Pension scheme with employer contributions.

· Access to a healthcare scheme and employee support benefits.

· Opportunities for professional growth and career development within the Trust.

· A supportive and collaborative working environment.

Key Responsibilities

· Supporting managers with employee relations casework, including conduct, capability,attendance and grievance matters.

· Providing clear, accurate HR advice aligned with employment law and Trust policies.

· Ensuring consistent HR practice across all Trust schools.

· Maintaining accurate HR records and documentation.

· Supporting HR processes including investigations, hearings and formal meetings.

· Building strong working relationships with leaders, staff and external partners.

· Contributing to wider HR projects and continuous improvement across the Trust.

Requirements

· Strong experience in HR and employee relations casework.

· Excellent knowledge of employment law and HR best practice.

· Confident advising managers and supporting formal processes.

· Strong communication, organisation and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to travel regularly across Trust schools.

· Ability to work on-site full-time (role is not hybrid)