Job Description

The Role: HR People Manager - Strategic Operator and Culture Champion

We are seeking an

experienced HR practitioner

to be the driving force behind our people strategy. This role is about supporting the strategic vision of our Trust and ensuring our 14 schools receive hands on, practical day to day support, advice and guidance.

You will be the link between our central team and our schools, tasked with:

Shaping the People Strategy:

Proactively developing and implementing an HR strategy across school communities and the Central Team to achieve operational excellence.

Inspiring and Developing Teams:

Collaborating with leaders to build, motivate, and develop outstanding staff across the schools.

Championing the Vision:

Role-modelling the commitment necessary to fulfil the St Barnabas MAT vision.

Prioritising Safety:

Promoting and safeguarding the welfare of all pupils and staff, ensuring every employee and volunteer is vetted and trained to the highest standard.

Collaborative Improvement:

Providing the right balance of challenge, collaboration, and support to help school leaders raise standards in teaching and learning.
If you are a

strategic operator

with a supportive style and a commitment to people development, this is your chance to make a profound, whole-Trust impact.

What We Can Offer You: More Than Just a Job

We are dedicated to supporting your professional journey and well-being:

A Collaborative Home:

Work alongside an experienced, supportive Central Team committed to providing the resources needed for the education of our pupils.

Focus on Development:

Ongoing

CPD opportunities

tailored to your growth as a strategic HR professional.

Excellent Benefits:

Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Corporate Gym Membership discount Cycle to Work Scheme Generous Local Authority Pension Scheme Enhanced holiday entitlement, plus further accrual though length of service Free eyecare vouchers for DSE users

Safeguarding is Our Priority

As an organisation committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, the successful candidate will be subject to a

satisfactory Enhanced DBS Check

. All references will be requested and Online Searches will be conducted prior to interview.

Base Location:

The core of your work will be at the base school (PL31 1DS).

Ready to Bring It?

If you have the necessary skills, share our passion for inspiring pupils, and are ready to take on this strategic role, we strongly encourage you to apply.

St Barnabas MAT consists of 14 schools across Cornwall and the successful candidate will be expected to travel to each school when required so a full driving license is essential for this role. The central site is in Bodmin, Cornwall (PL31 1DS) This role is an all year round role (52.14 weeks per year) and attracts 31 days annual leave plus bank holidays.

Our application process is via My New Term. Please follow the link to complete our full application process. Please note we do not accept CV's.

https://mynewterm.com/jobs/4636/EDV-2025-SBCEMAT-12327

For an informal, confidential conversation about the role, please contact

Jo Godding, COO

, at

jgodding@stbarnabasmat.com

.

St Barnabas Multi Academy Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all staff and job applicants. We aim to create a supportive and inclusive working environment in which all individuals can make best use of their skills, free from discrimination or harassment, and in which all decisions are based on merit.

We do not discriminate against staff based on age, race, nationality, ethnic origin, religious or political belief or affiliation, trade union membership, gender, gender reassignment, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, disability, socio-economic background or any other inappropriate distinction or characteristic covered by the Equality Act 2010.

St Barnabas Multi Academy 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 successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Please be aware that all shortlisted candidates will have an online search conducted as part of the Trust's due diligence checks in line with KCSIE.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 33,369.00-44,751.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking
Work Location: In person