Brunel Academies Trust is a proud educational community with a vision of “no barriers, only potential”. We strive to significantly improve the life chances and outcomes for our children and young people (CYP) whether they are within our mainstream schools or SEND provisions.
As a growing Multi Academy Trust under a rapid growth plan, now is an exciting opportunity to join our People Service Team as we look to secure a People Service Officer to a full-time position. You will be based at our Wiltshire Hub at Exeter House School, Salisbury with some travel to the Swindon Hub expected.
We are in search of a People Services Officer who:
- Has experience delivering high-quality HR administration and recruitment support across the full employee lifecycle, with excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
- Can build positive working relationships, providing professional, customer-focused advice and support to managers, employees and candidates.
- Has strong knowledge of employment legislation, safer recruitment, GDPR and compliance requirements, with the ability to maintain accurate and confidential employee records.
- Is confident using HR systems and Microsoft Office applications to manage data, produce reports and support payroll and workforce administration.
- Is proactive, adaptable and committed to continuous improvement, able to manage competing priorities while delivering an outstanding employee experience in a fast-paced environment.
If this sounds like you, we’d love for you to join our friendly and dedicated team.
Please see the attached Job Description for full details of the responsibilities and expectations of this role.
Please check the Person Specification for the qualifications that are listed as Essential for this role. You will be required to show these qualifications if you are successful.
Brunel Academies Trust is proud to be a growing educational community with no barriers, only potential. We strive to significantly improve the life chances and outcomes for our CYP within our SEND, CofE, and mainstream EPs.
Interview: As received
In the first instance we would welcome your application via SAM People Recruit. However, if you are unable to complete the application on this platform, please contact the team using resourcingwiltshire @brunel.org.uk or 1722 321201 and we will be able to issue a Word version of the application form for completion and return by the deadline. Unfortunately, in line with Safer Recruitment, we are unable to accept CVs.
For any internal to Brunel candidates, please contact resourcingwiltshire @brunel.org.uk for an internal application form.
Note: Applicants will be considered as received. Should a suitable candidate be identified, we may close the vacancy early.
Hours: 37 hours per week, all year round
Training: It is important to us to ensure you feel valued and supported. Full training appropriate to the role will be provided.
Benefits
Whether through continuous professional development, personal and impartial support, or exciting discounts to enjoy with friends and family, Brunel Academies Trust have a package of excellent benefits which are available to all employees, including:
- Support on continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities
- Brunel Perks – exclusive discounts on a range of products and retailers from cinema tickets, food shopping and holidays
- Carefirst – impartial counselling service in person, by video call or phone as well as a citizen’s advice function for advice and support on personal or professional queries
- Excellent pension scheme
- Free on-site parking
- Annual pay progression opportunities
- Continuous Service date honoured
Brunel Academies Trust is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people (CYP) and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointment is subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check, references and medical clearance. All references will be obtained prior to interview in line with Safer Recruitment and KCSIE, and further references may be sought as deemed necessary.
Brunel Academies Trust is dedicated to the vision of having a diverse workforce and is committed to building a team that reflects diversity from the communities it serves. We value the contributions of all colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds and actively seek to promote an environment which is free from discrimination and harassment; which at the same time supports fair promotion and cultural acceptance.
Under the provision of the Equality Act 2010, Brunel Academies Trust welcomes applications from everyone and operates a recruitment process that is fair and does not discriminate against or disadvantage anyone because of their age, pronouns preference, disability, gender reassignment status, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy, paternity or maternity, race or nationality, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation.
In order for your application to be formally considered, we require a fully completed application form in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education & Safer Recruitment. This must include your education history, qualifications with dates and an unbroken employment history from leaving full time education to present day (with gaps accounted for). Please make sure all gaps in employment are explained in the box provided.