HR Advisor
| Posting date: | 11 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £18.4 to £20.34 per hour |
| Additional salary information: | up to £20.34 per hour |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 18 March 2026 |
| Location: | Ivybridge, Devon, PL21 0JA |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4778599_1773229847 |
Summary
Your new company
Working for a schools trust on an interim basis until 31st August 2026.
37 hours per week Monday - Friday.
Pay is £18.40 - £20.34 per hour depending on experience.
Full time all year round role.
Your new role
Reporting to the Head of HR Employee Relations, and working with day‑to‑day direction from the Principal, the HR Advisor provides a high‑quality, commercially aware and cost‑effective HR advisory and support service, supporting the ongoing development of people‑related practices in line with the Trust's strategic objectives.Acting as a first point of contact for enquiries, the HR Advisor will signpost managers to appropriate operational HR policies and procedures and provide best practice and professional advice and support on a broad range of employee relations matters. Individuals in this role are strong team players, with the ability to think clearly and give concise advice when under pressure, resolving problems independently and demonstrating professional practice excellence to meet the changing demands of the role.Work alongside and with oversight from the Head of HR Employee Relations, providing advice and support on a broad range of employee relations matters including sickness absence, flexible working requests, conduct, performance, grievance, TUPE, pay and grading, redundancy and redeployment; helping to ensure timely progression of queries and cases in line with Trust policies, employment legislation and best practice guidance.
What you'll need to succeed
CIPD Level 5 or above
HR Advisory experience
Be able to commit to the role for the full duration
What you'll get in return
Weekly rate
Free parking on site
Holiday allowance
Pension contribution
What you need to do now
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