11 days remaining to apply

  • 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.

Applying for the job

Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to lgrispino@worthinghigh.net

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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
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Phone number
01903237864

Multi Academy Trust

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