Job Description

Salary

50,911 - 55,068 per annum

Contractual hours

37

Basis

Full time

Package

Full time 37 hrs pw (will consider 0.8FTE)
Permanent
35 days holiday plus bank holidays and concessionary days
Local Government Pension Scheme
Discounted shopping
Excellent training and development opportunities
Hybrid working

Job category/type

Management

Date posted

14/11/2025

Job reference

REQ002475

"Lead the way in shaping an inclusive, engaged and thriving workplace."

Join our College Leadership Team and make a real impact on people, culture, and engagement.

We are seeking an experienced

HR Manager

to lead our Employee Relations and Engagement function. This is a pivotal role where you will shape strategies that foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace.

As part of the College Leadership Team, you will:

Lead and inspire

a dedicated team, delivering high-quality HR services across the College. Drive forward-thinking strategies on

employee relations

,

wellbeing and engagement

, aligned with our values and strategic plan. Provide expert guidance on

employee relations

, ensuring fairness, consistency, and compliance. Champion initiatives that promote

staff engagement, inclusion, and wellbeing

, creating a culture where everyone feels valued. Collaborate with senior leaders and trade unions to build strong, constructive relationships. In conjunction with the Director of Human Resources, develop and maintain competitive and clear pay and grading frameworks, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and market benchmarks.

What we're looking for:

Minimum level 5 CIPD Level 2 maths and English qualifications or the equivalent e.g. GCSE grade C or above, GCSE grade 4 or above Proven experience in

employee relations and engagement

at a senior level. Strong knowledge of

employment law

, HR policies, and best practice. Excellent leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills. A passion for

wellbeing and engagement

with the ability to turn strategy into action.

Why join us?

Be part of a forward-thinking College committed to

people-first values

, where you'll have the opportunity to shape strategies that make a real impact.

Ready to lead the way?

Interview date: 10 December 2025

We are one of the largest Further Education Colleges in the UK with 12,000 students studying with us in the 2024 - 2025 academic year, on a wide range of courses. Our mission: Developing skills, supporting businesses, engaging communities, changing lives.

Leicester College is proud of its diverse workforce and welcomes applications from the whole community.

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