- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 3 to 11
- Education phase
- Primary school
- Size
- 482 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 11
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
Cluster People Officer - Primary
More than one location, Inova Multi Academy Trust Limited14 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
18 September 2026 at 8am
Date listed
4 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: 37 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- £30,024 - £32,597
Pay scale
- NJC Grade 5 SCP 15-20
What skills and experience we're looking for
As Cluster People Officer, you will be the trusted first point of contact for school leaders and managers, providing practical, solutions-focused support across a wide range of people matters. You will work closely with the People Team, Headteachers and leadership teams to ensure our colleagues receive a high-quality HR service that is professional, consistent and people-centred.
Your responsibilities will include:
Providing day-to-day advice on employee relations matters, attendance management, probation, capability and flexible working.
Supporting managers with absence management and staff wellbeing initiatives.
Coordinating recruitment campaigns, onboarding and safer recruitment processes.
Preparing HR documentation and supporting formal meetings where required.
Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with employment legislation, safeguarding requirements and Trust policies.
Building productive relationships across schools and central support services.
What the school offers its staff
Why Join INOVA?
At INOVA, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We offer:
The opportunity to make a significant impact on school improvement and student experience.
A supportive and collaborative Trust culture.
Access to professional development and coaching opportunities.
A commitment to staff wellbeing, inclusion and career progression.
The chance to work alongside talented colleagues dedicated to educational excellence.
We’re committed to creating a workplace where people can thrive—professionally and personally. In a sector where demands are high, we’re focused on reducing unnecessary pressures and supporting a healthy work/life balance through practical benefits, smart systems, and a strong culture of care.
25 days annual leave plus bank holidays (for non term-time staff), rising to 31 days after 5 years
Aligned systems to save you time and reduce admin
Investment in technology to streamline tasks.
Health & Wellness
Access to the Cycle to Work Scheme
Discounted membership with Westfield Health
Occupational Health Support
Annual flu vaccinations
Eye care vouchers for eligible staff.
Financial Support
Competitive pension schemes (Teachers' Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme)
Salary sacrifice car scheme
Discount schemes
Free staff parking for all colleagues.
Flexible working opportunities
We recognise the importance of work-life balance and welcome conversations about flexible working arrangements. We are happy to discuss options with candidates and employees to support both personal and professional needs.
Further information about the job
The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.
The postholder is accountable for:
- Providing responsive day-to-day HR support across an allocated cluster of schools.
- Supporting leaders to manage people matters confidently, fairly and consistently.
- Delivering efficient recruitment and onboarding support.
- Managing a range of employee relations matters in line with policy and best practice.
- Promoting compliance with employment law, safeguarding and Trust procedures.
Building positive professional relationships across schools and central teams. The Cluster People Officer is a front-facing operational HR role supporting a cluster of academies with day-to-day people matters. The postholder will act as a trusted first point of contact for Headteachers and leaders, providing practical advice, managing a range of employee relations matters, supporting recruitment activity and ensuring consistent application of Trust policy and employment practice.
The role combines advisory support, case management, recruitment coordination and people administration, helping schools manage their workforce effectively while escalating more complex matters appropriately.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on school website (opens in new tab)About Inova Multi Academy Trust Limited
- Type
- Multi-academy trust
- Email address
- mward@inovamat.org
At INOVA Multi‑Academy Trust, we believe wholeheartedly that our people are our greatest strength. It is our talented, dedicated and passionate colleagues—across our schools and central team—who make it possible for our pupils to flourish. When staff feel valued, supported and empowered, they create the conditions where children and young people can thrive.
We are committed to fostering a culture where colleagues feel respected, listened to and encouraged to bring their best selves to work every day. INOVA staff consistently go above and beyond, demonstrating professionalism, creativity and care in everything they do. Their commitment is the driving force behind the high aspirations we hold for every learner.
We also recognise that working in education can be fast‑paced and demanding. That’s why we take a solutions‑focused approach, removing barriers wherever possible and ensuring our people have what they need to succeed—whether that’s protected time for wellbeing, access to outstanding professional development, or simply the space to pause for a much‑needed cup of tea.
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