Job Description

Are you a people-focused HR professional with at least 2 years' experience in an HR capacity and CIPD Level 5 (or above)? Do you have a passion for making a difference in the early years sector?

The Nursery School Company is seeking an experienced HR Advisor to join our growing team and support our mission of providing exceptional care and education for young children.

This is an onsite, varied, and hands-on generalist role where you'll lead on key HR functions across our nurseries - from complex employee relations cases to recruitment, onboarding, and supporting strategic people initiatives. You'll work closely with managers and staff, becoming a trusted point of contact and a true partner to the business.

You'll also act as a brand ambassador, championing our values and nurturing a positive culture both internally and externally, especially through recruitment, onboarding, and candidate engagement. As this role operates with a high degree of independence - often as a "team of one" - you'll need to feel confident making informed decisions, prioritising effectively, and providing accurate, timely HR advice to support our teams across multiple locations.

What you'll be doing:

Providing expert advice and support on employee relations, including investigations, disciplinary, grievance, and performance matters Leading end-to-end recruitment processes across nursery and head office roles, including sourcing for specialist or hard-to-fill positions Delivering a welcoming and professional onboarding experience to ensure new team members feel supported and aligned with our ethos from day one Acting as a brand ambassador, promoting The Nursery School Company Ltd as an employer of choice and reinforcing our values at every touchpoint Advising managers and staff on employment legislation, policies, and safeguarding responsibilities Supporting and implementing HR initiatives aligned with our strategic goals Maintaining accurate and confidential HR documentation and records Supporting workforce planning and helping develop future talent pipelines

What we're looking for:

Minimum 2 years' experience in a generalist HR role CIPD Level 5 (or above) qualification Strong knowledge of UK employment law and proven ability to manage employee relations cases independently Recruitment experience at multiple levels, including proactive talent sourcing and headhunting Confidence and experience in delivering effective onboarding and induction processes A proactive, positive approach with the ability to work autonomously in a fast-paced, high-trust environment -- making decisions, managing a varied workload, and offering accurate, timely advice with minimal supervision Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trusted relationships across the business Experience in the early years, education, or care sector - or strong understanding of safeguarding in regulated settings - is highly desirable A natural ambassador for our brand, with a passion for promoting a caring, inclusive workplace culture

Benefits:

Childcare Company pension Employee discount Sick pay
This is an exciting opportunity to bring your HR expertise to a growing organisation that values warmth, professionalism, and the vital role early years staff play in children's lives. You'll have the autonomy to shape your role, influence positive change, and work alongside a passionate and supportive team dedicated to excellence.

Job Types:

Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

Childcare Company pension Employee discount Sick pay
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 34,000.00-36,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

Storrington RH20 4EE: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):

Do you have CIPD Level 5 or above?
Experience:

Human resources: 2 years (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person