HR Business Partner

St. John Paul Ii Multi Academy Company, Birmingham, B44 9AG

17 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  9 March 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  19 February 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
  • Other support roles
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time: 36.5 hrs a week
• Contract type: Permanent
• Pay scale: Grade 6 (£52,413 - £64,811)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are now seeking an outstanding HR Business Partner to lead our people strategy at a pivotal moment in our development. This is a high profile leadership role with significant influence, driving excellence across HR operations, employee relations, organisational development, and workforce planning.

The successful candidate will bring strategic insight, professional credibility, and a passion for developing people and culture. You will work closely with senior leaders to strengthen HR capability, ensure compliance, enhance staff wellbeing, and support the continued growth of our Multi Academy.

What the school offers its staff

St John Paul II Multi Academy is a dynamic Catholic Multi Academy Company, currently comprising nine primary and two secondary schools, with plans for significant expansion.

Our schools are located in the northern area of Birmingham, serving diverse communities and ensuring that all pupils receive an exceptional education grounded in our Catholic values.

We are dedicated to: Upholding our Catholic ethos and values across all schools. Providing high-quality education to enable students to reach their full potential now and into the future. Ensuring strong financial stewardship to support long-term sustainability and growth. Fostering a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and professional development for all staff.

Flexible working opportunities

Location: Hybrid Working Arrangements based at the MAC Central Office (Kingstanding, Birmingham), Schools within The Academy, and some home working

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.

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.

Additional documents

If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.

HR Business Partner (5) (1).pdf - 9.61 MB (opens in new tab)

About St. John Paul Ii Multi Academy Company

• Type: Multi-academy trust
• Email address: hr@sjp2.net
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/st-john-paul-ii-multi-academy-company

Arranging a visit to St. John Paul Ii Multi Academy Company

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@sjp2.net.

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