Job Description

Job Reference #

EDV/2025/OATL/41119

Location

1 Askham Road, Shepherds Bush, London, Greater London, W12 0NW

Contract Type

Permanent/Flexible Working

Contract Term

Full-Time

Salary

63,279.00 - 68,311.00 Annually (FTE)


OAT Central 27-29 London

Closing Date

9:00am, 20th Aug 2025

Start Date

ASAP

Positions Available

1

Interview Date(s)

Week commencing 2nd September

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About this Role

Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.


We are excited to share an opportunity to join our People team as Senior HR Project Consultant.


We're looking for a motivated, confident decision maker with initiative to lead in this senior role. You will play a key role in delivering change quickly, in a challenging and complex environment.


In this pivotal role, you will work closely with the Head of Employee Relations in delivering all aspects of HR together with undertaking significant project work across your assigned academies. You will line manage a People Partner and work closely with in-school HR.


This role combines HR project management, change management as well as acting as a Business Partner to your client group, embedding OAT policies and ensuring a high-quality employee experience. You will be confident analysing data to identify trends and propose solutions, using data analysis to drive improvement.


You will provide expert guidance and support to two academies, supporting the leadership team to mitigate risk and ensure employee concerns are well managed. You'll oversee complex casework to reach early and amicable resolution wherever possible.


This is a full time, remote role with regular travel to the London academies at least twice a week.

About Ormiston Academies Trust

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach - they are our greatest asset.


We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, you can be sure of a role with purpose and meaning.

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys...

The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before - being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children - a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve Being part of a team and community where you belong - receiving bespoke and holistic support from a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities A supportive environment to grow your career - an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits

About you

We are looking for a candidate with significant experience in HR, employment law, business partnering and HR change management in a large and complex organisation. You will be MCIPD qualified or have equivalent experience.


You will have strong relationship building skills with excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills with the ability to build trust and credibility at all levels.


Proven strategic experience of leading a variety of HR change programmes including restructuring and redundancy alongside associated organisational design work. Project management skills are essential as the role requires management of multiple work streams to meet deadlines effectively.


The ability to analyse data to product trend reports and action recommendations.


If you are passionate about making a difference and are ready to work in a challenging yet rewarding environment, we would love to hear from you.

Benefits that care for you

We value your hard work and dedication, and we're committed to ensuring you feel supported, both professionally and personally so that you are in the best position to make the most impact for the children and young people in our schools.


When you join us at Ormiston, you can be certain that your work will have purpose and meaning. You can also expect robust and holistic support from us to enable you to excel in your role.


You will have access to an attractive benefits package including:

30 days annual leave (rising to 32 days after 5 years' service) Generous pension and life cover Access to health and well-being programmes, including counselling service. Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through our benefits platform. Free and confidential legal, tax and health 24/7 helpline. Cycle to work scheme. Automatic pay progression. Flexible working arrangements.

And much more as part of a leading multi-academy trust.


If you have any questions about the role please contact our recruitment team at recruitment@ormistonacademies.co.uk.


The closing date for applications is 9am on Wednesday 20th August with interviews due to take place the week commencing 2nd September.


Early applications are encouraged as we reserve the right to close the vacancy early should a suitable candidate be found.

Ormiston Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.

All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children's Barred List.




The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974



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Contact Details

Amy Branford

01212365100

recruitment@ormistonacademies.co.uk

1 Askham Road, Shepherds Bush, London

Greater London

W12 0NW
0121 236 5100

http://www.ormistonacademiestrust.co.uk