Human Resources Manager

Job title: HR Manager

Location: Barnsley and Sheffield/ hybrid

Starting salary: £55,000 gross per annum

Contract: Full-time, Permanent

Start date: As soon as possible

We are looking for a candidate with expert-level knowledge and significant experience in HR to manage and oversee Human Resources across our academies in the Yorkshire Cluster of United Learning. The academies are Secondary schools based in Barnsley and Sheffield; Barnsley Academy, Sheffield Park Academy and Sheffield Springs Academy, with a fourth joining in the near future.

This role presents a rewarding opportunity to step into a new managerial position within the Cluster. The successful candidate will have overarching responsibility of managing and coordinating comprehensive HR services.

The ideal candidate will be a highly focused and organised individual, passionate about making a difference for our academies and local communities. You must be efficient and possess outstanding attention to detail. This is a challenging yet highly rewarding role with a supportive and welcoming employer.

We will offer you:

• Highly competitive pay above national average.
• 26 days annual leave plus 8 statutory bank holidays per annum.
• An additional day’s paid leave awarded per annum.
• Excellent facilities and resources.
• Access to an outstanding professional development programme.
• A respectful working environment.
• Supportive, friendly colleagues who are committed to each other’s professional development.
• A chance to become part of United Learning, one of the largest groups of academies in the country.
• Opportunities to work collaboratively with colleagues in each academy across the Cluster and United Learning.
• Excellent employee benefits which include a highly sought-after pension scheme with high employer contributions.
• Access to training through the Apprenticeship Levy.
• Perkbox benefits platform.
• Free on-site parking.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
• We encourage open and regular conversations about work-life balance.

As part of United Learning our mission is to bring out ‘the Best in Everyone,’ ensuring that both students and staff are given every opportunity to achieve their full potential and thrive with our support.

United Learning is one of the largest and most successful Trusts in the UK, offering unparalleled opportunities for Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and training. We also provide access to extensive nationwide networking and collaboration, allowing you to grow within a community of professionals committed to excellence.

We are looking for:

• An experienced line manager with excellent communication and team building skills.
• A reliable, highly motivated and self-driven professional.
• Ability and confidence to coach and mentor colleagues.
• A professional with validated HR management experience, excellent knowledge of best practice and a strong understanding of Employment Law.
• Experience of managing HR in a multi-establishment organisation or relatable experience.
• Strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong collaborator management skills, including an ability to set expectations and balance conflicting demands.
• Report writing and presenting to a variety of audiences.
• Excellent IT skills.
• Ability to effectively contribute to the review and development of policies and procedures.
• You must have strong organisational skills, a keen eye for detail, high standards and take pride in your work.
• Ability to adapt to changing and diverse workload with autonomy and resilience.
• Demonstrate a positive, proactive and professional approach at all times.

Please note that CVs are not accepted for this role, you must complete the online application form. The closing date for this post is midnight on Sunday 05 January 2025. Interviews will take place soon after.

Applicants are encouraged to contact us to discuss this exciting opportunity, please contact hr@unitedlearningyorks.org.uk