Job Description

About Us

At Nudge Education, we are passionate about eradicating chronic

disengagement from education for young people across the UK. Our team

delivers interventions that transform lives and give every child the chance to

succeed. As we grow, we are looking for an experienced HR Officer to strengthen

our people function and support our managers in creating a culture where staff

thrive.

The Role

We are seeking a hands-on HR professional to manage employee relations cases,

lead HR investigations, maintain accurate HR records, provide advice to

managers, and contribute to a culture of trust, accountability, and continuous

improvement. This role also supports compliance and verification processes

across the organisation, offering cover and assistance as required.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and manage HR investigations in line with policy and best practice. Advise and coach managers on employee relations matters to ensure fair
and consistent outcomes.
Undertake HR projects that improve support and engagement for staff. Maintain accurate HR records and manage day-to-day HR administration. Respond to employee enquiries in a professional and timely manner. Support compliance and verification processes, including audits, record
checks, and training.
Prepare HR documentation including contracts, termination letters, and
other official correspondence.
Collaborate across departments to foster a culture of compliance, integrity,
and accountability.
Stay up-to-date with HR trends, employment law, and best practice.

Person Specification

Skills & Abilities:

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellent

prioritisation and organisational skills, combined with strong interpersonal,

motivational, and communication abilities. They will have a high level of

emotional intelligence, particularly for managing sensitive employee relations

matters, and will be able to advise and coach managers effectively.

Knowledge & Expertise:

The role requires a solid knowledge of UK Employment

Law and HR best practices. Candidates should have an understanding of Safer

Recruitment practices and safeguarding requirements. Awareness of health and

safety in the workplace is desirable, as is experience in Learning & Development

for line managers, including training on key HR processes.

Education & Training:

CIPD qualification is desirable though not essential.

Experience: Applicants must have proven experience leading HR investigations

and managing employee relations cases. Experience in HR administration, record

management, and supporting compliance audits is essential. Familiarity with HR

software is desirable, as is experience managing HR projects and working with

multi-site teams.

Personal Attributes:

The successful candidate will demonstrate high integrity,

professionalism, and discretion. They will be proactive, able to work

independently, and collaborate effectively across teams. A commitment to

fostering a culture of trust, accountability, and continuous improvement is

essential, alongside flexibility and adaptability to provide support across HR and

compliance functions as required.

What We Offer:

We offer hybrid working, with three days in the office and two

days working from home. The role is full-time, with the potential for term-time

working. Employees receive 32 days of annual leave and have access to an

employee assistance programme. Our team culture is supportive and

professional, with opportunities for growth and development.