Director of People
Worthing High School, Worthing, West Sussex, BN14 7ARThis job expired on 21 May 2025
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
21 May 2025 at 9am
Date listed
9 May 2025
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: Full-time, Fixed term, an opportunity for flexible working - under constant review
Contract type
- Fixed term - opportunity for flexible working
Full-time equivalent salary
- Competitive, commensurate with experience
What skills and experience we're looking for
• Significant experience in a senior HR leadership role, ideally within an education, non-profit, or public sector environment
- Comprehensive knowledge of employment law, safeguarding requirements, and HR best practices
- A proven track record of managing organisational growth and change successfully
- Strong leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to engage and inspire stakeholders at all levels
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust quickly
- Demonstrated expertise in fostering inclusive and equitable workplace environments.
- A Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) qualification (Level 5 or higher) is desirable
What the school offers its staff
• A unique opportunity to shape the people strategy of a growing Multi- Academy Trust
- A collaborative and supportive working environment, with access to senior leadership and decision-making processes
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement
- The chance to make a lasting impact on the lives of staff and students
- Competitive salary package and benefits aligned with sector standards
- An opportunity for flexible working
Further details about the role
Strategic HR Leadership
- Working with the Trust Executive Team and Academy Leaders, develop, execute, and continuously improve the Trust’s people strategy, aligning it with our vision, values, and growth plans
- Provide strategic advice to the CEO and senior leadership team on all matters relating to workforce planning, organisational structure, and people management
- Lead the HR function in preparing for and successfully integrating new schools into the Trust
- Monitor and ensure compliance with employment legislation, safeguarding requirements, and HR policies across all schools
- Oversee the smooth running of HR administration functions in all Trust schools
Recruitment and Onboarding
- Design and implement innovative recruitment strategies to attract high-quality teaching,support, and leadership staff who align with the trusts values and vision
- Manage the entire recruitment lifecycle, from talent identification to appointment
- Develop onboarding programs that foster engagement and a strong understanding of the Trust’s strategic and operational direction
Employee Relations
- Act as the principal advisor on employee relations matters, including disciplinary processes, grievances, and conflict resolution
- Oversee staff absence procedures and management
- Foster a culture of mutual respect, collaboration, and equity across all schools
- Promote and embed diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives that align with the Trust’sstrategic goals
Professional Development
- Identify skills gaps and coordinate comprehensive training and development programs tailored to staff needs
- Build programmes to retain and develop staff, implementing robust career progression pathways and succession planning strategies in line with the future strategic development of the Trust
- Facilitate professional development opportunities that empower staff to excel in their roles and prepare for future opportunities
- Help identify and nurture future leaders within the trust to ensure long term sustainability
Commitment to safeguarding
South Downs Education Trust (SDET) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
This job post has expired.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Worthing High School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1064 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Worthing High School website
- Email address
- lgrispino@worthinghigh.net
- Phone number
- 01903237864
Multi Academy Trust
Arranging a visit to Worthing High School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email lgrispino@worthinghigh.net.
School location
Similar jobs nearby
Get a job alert when similar jobs are listed
Find more school jobs in Worthing and West Sussex