Tallented are delighted to be working again with HISP Multi Academy Trust client to search for a ER & Policies Manager on an initial 12 month contract basis.

There is a need to add someone who is experienced in working with ER cases, ideally from within an Education background, but failing that, someone who has worked within a Unionised or public sector background.

The role is being hired on an initial 12 month basis to assist the team with the extra casework, but there is a possibility that this will turn into something more long term, should the successful candidate come from a more general HR background, who would want a business partnering role.

The roles focus for around 75% of the time will be on managing the ER Cases across the Trust. Varying degrees of complexity, but given the sector, candidates who are experienced in resolutions, rather than settlements, are sought.

Outside of the ER work, the role will assist the Executive Director of People with Policy work, as well as other HR related projects.

The head office is based in Eastleigh, with a hybrid working policy, however candidates should be willing to travel around the South Coast to the various schools, including the Isle Of Wight, on occasion. This travel would be expensable.

This will be a quick process, Interviews will be over Teams, with preferences for immediately available candidates.

More detail on the role is as follows:

Employee Relations

• Manage a range of ER cases, including disciplinary matters, grievances, absence management, performance issues, safeguarding concerns, and dismissals.
• Provide clear advice and guidance to school leaders and managers on handling ER issues in line with policies and best practice.
• Conduct investigations into employee concerns or complaints with sensitivity, professionalism and rigour.
• Support headteachers and senior leaders with practical advice and support in relation to workforce changes such as restructures, redundancies, or TUPE transfers.
• Promote positive working relationships by encouraging effective communication between staff and leadership teams.
• Prepare the necessary documentation for any legal proceedings, such as Employment Tribunals, if required.
• Deliver training for school leaders to help them manage ER issues confidently.

Policy Development

• Write, review, and update HR policies to ensure they are legally compliant and meet the needs of the Trust.
• Work with school leaders to ensure policies are practical, clear, and easy to follow.
• Support the development of streamlined processes that align with policy.
• Provide advice on how policies should be applied in day-to-day situations.
• Ensure a regular review of the contract of employment.

HR Projects

• Contribute to wider HR initiatives such as staff well-being programmes or diversity and inclusion projects.
• Support the implementation of performance management systems across the schools.
• Analyse trends from ER cases to identify areas for improvement and recommend solutions.

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