Tandridge Learning Trust is expanding, and we now have a new and exciting position for a Director of People & Culture to join our Executive Board. We are looking for a strategic HR specialist to work collaboratively with our Trust Leaders to successfully deliver our Trust People Strategy and embed our values driven, positive culture.
The successful candidate will combine excellent technical knowledge of relevant people management legislation and compliance alongside a forward-thinking approach to develop an effective people function which attracts and retains the very best people. We would expect you to develop effective HR systems and processes and drive strategic people projects and priorities to support our ambitious vision for children and young people.
We are looking for an outstanding individual to direct and lead our established, committed and hard-working HR team to drive positive change and continuous improvement across our group of schools. You would be expected to provide trusted professional advice to senior leaders on all HR matters and to ensure best practice standards are met in line with educational policy, whilst embedding a consistent, positive culture at every level to impact staff development and employee engagement and satisfaction.
The ideal candidate will:
- Have an unwavering determination to deliver excellent operational and strategic HR leadership across our multi academy trust
- Demonstrate proven experience in managing complex HR casework and an understanding of people management processes, legislation and best practice
- Be CIPD qualified (to Level 7) or have the comparative extensive HR operational and leadership experience at a strategic level
- Drive strategic people initiatives within a culture which supports our vision and values
In return we can offer you:
- The opportunity to lead on the development of HR practices and processes in a growing and ambitious multi academy trust
- A professional mentor/buddy to support you throughout your first year
- An established HR operational team, a strong local HR network and HR forum
- Opportunities for professional growth and personal development
- Membership of a generous Local Government Pension Scheme
- A flexible working arrangement
If this role excites you, then please get in touch. Applicants are warmly invited to visit the Trust offices before applying. Please call us to make arrangements for a tour and to have an informal discussion with the Chief Executive.
This is a part time role working in the region of 21 hours per week over 52 weeks per annum but we are willing to consider flexibility for the right candidate, including working term time only. The full time equivalent annual salary is £59,868 to £65,755 which will be pro-rated according to agreed hours and/or weeks.
Tandridge Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the successful candidate will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and an overseas criminal records check if you have lived or worked outside the UK within the last 10 years.
In accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education, online checks will be completed on all candidates shortlisted for interview. References will be sought for shortlisted candidates prior to interview, unless a specific request is made to the contrary. Please note that applications will be considered upon receipt. Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the recruitment process once a suitable candidate is appointed.
Tandridge Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.
As an equal opportunities’ employer, Tandridge Learning Trust is also committed to achieving a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourages suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds irrespective of personal characteristics.