Job Description

VACANCY FOR SENIOR HR ADVISOR

Meridian Trust - Bedfordshire Hub

Salary:

Meridian Trust Support Staff, Grade 9 (31196.61 Annual Actual Salary)

Hours of work:

37 Hours a week, 40 weeks a year.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our core HR Team within the Bedfordshire Hub. You will be responsible for providing first line HR support for Headteachers/Principals & HR Officers based in schools and providing a professional and efficient service to the schools in the trust.

Your principal place of work would be Sharnbrook Academy however movement between sites is essential and a driving license will be required.

The Opportunity

Act as the first point of contact, offering advice and guidance for Principals/Headteachers and HR Officers in school in respect of all aspects of HR work e.g. recruitment, terms and conditions, pay, maternity, paternity, sickness absence, HR administration, single central record. In liaison with the HR Manager ensure that each Headteacher / Principal has 1 face to face visit each half term, with both HRM and SHA. Support HR Manager in interpreting best practice guidance to schools, that reflects Trust policies and procedures Informal audits of HR practices in schools, offering advice to HR Officers in the completion of accurate files and records (ensuring effective security of both manual and computerised data).

The ideal candidate

Good educational background with GCSE or equivalent in English Language and Maths. Experience of working in a school HR environment A good knowledge of HR procedures. Skilled at making and sustaining positive relationships.
Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to -

Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT) Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources Cycle to work scheme Defined benefit local government or Teacher's pension scheme Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations Free on-site parking Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays
To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/.

Meridian Trust is a successful multi-academy trust founded on its commitment to people and communities.

Our proven approach over more than a decade has elevated us to a respected and admired academy trust, a national leader in education and a source of great pride to the communities we serve. The Trust currently operates 30 schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire and has forged strong links within all these communities. We are committed to high quality professional development and career opportunities for all staff. To find out more about the Trust, please visit: www.meridiantrust.co.uk

For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below.

Closing date for applications is: 3rd October 2025

Interview to take place on: W/C 6th October 2025

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: From 31,196.61 per year

Expected hours: 37 per week

Work Location: In person