Human Resources Assistant Human Resources - Full-time

The High Weald Academy, Strood, Rochester

• Ref:KCC886-4003-227S
• Posted:15/12/2017
• Pay:£19,608 - £24,472
• Start Date:Jan 2018
• App Close Date:09/01/2018 at 09:00
• Interviews:tbc

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This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Brook Learning Trust as HR Coordinator for this small but expanding Multi Academy Trust. As a Trust, we bring together our unique academies in our belief in the power of education to change lives and communities.

It is our steadfast purpose to challenge and defy the barriers that constrain the education progress of any child.  We set high aims for aspiration and secure collective responsibility for all our children’s achievements.  Our work is underpinned by the values of Integrity, Respect, Courage, Optimism, Excellence and Accountability.

As HR Coordinator you will be integral to the delivery of our vision, contributing to the development and implementation of HR services across the organisation. You will work within a small team, supporting the delivery of day-to-day HR operations including matters relating to employee relations, recruitment solutions and implementing HR policies and practices.  HRIS data input, reporting, production and analysis of HR data is a key responsibility; you will have a great eye for detail and will ensure that data within Brook Learning Trust remains current and relevant.

You will be primarily based at The High Weald Academy, Cranbrook, however you will be required to travel regularly to our other academies. The successful candidate will have experience or a keen interest in operational HR; and will have an understanding of the particular demands imposed in an education setting.

This role is full time, all year round, and the salary for this post is Kent Scheme 6 (£19,608 - £21,509 pa) to Kent Scheme 7 (£21,509 - £24,472 pa), depending on experience.  Ideally the successful candidate will commence employment in January however, a later start date can be negotiated for the right person.

Applications should be completed using the Brook Learning Trust application form and candidates should demonstrate their ability to meet the key responsibilities and requirements set out within the job description and person specification. 

Completed applications should be sent to careers@brooklearningtrust.org.uk no later than 9.00am on Tuesday 9 January 2018, and should clearly indicate how your current skills and experience match those contained within the job description

Brook Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and we expect all staff to share this commitment.  All post are subject to vetting checks including an Enhanced DBS check and references.  An overseas police check will be required by candidates who have worked or resided outside of the UK, in the last 5 years.

Information about the school

Being part of Leigh Academies Trust: As of 1st September 2021, our Trust comprises 31 geographically organised academies (15 secondaries, 14 primaries and 2 special) educating 20,000 students, and employing over 2,500 talented staff. The Trust is establishing four ‘clusters’ of academies: North West Kent; Central Kent; South East London; Medway. In addition, the Trust is responsible for one of the region’s biggest initial teaching training organisations, a large teaching school hub and is an accredited apprenticeship provider. Click here to view our future plans in our Vision 2025 document.

As part of Leigh Academies Trust you will have ample opportunity to collaborate with your peers both within the academy and across the whole Trust. This is an important part of our vision as we know through experience that we perform better when we work together. You are supported to undertake regular self-development to continue your professional development and hopefully progress further within the organisation.

Click here to view the range of benefits available to all LAT staff.

Our commitment to safeguarding: Leigh Academies Trust and all of our academies are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair, robust and consistent recruitment process across all academies and business units. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Our commitment to equality and diversity: As a Trust we are passionate about diversity and recognise that as individuals, we all bring something unique to the role regardless of any protected characteristics which is why we treat all of our people equally, without compromise. We are committed to providing equality and fairness throughout our recruitment and employment practices and not to discriminate on any grounds.

Based on the quality and quantity of applications received, Leigh Academies Trust reserves the right to close this vacancy sooner than the specified closing date. Applicants will be notified of this where possible. Therefore, early applications are encouraged.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Suzanne Hutchings
• Address:Brook Learning Trust, The High Weald Academy, Angley Road, Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 2PY
• Telephone: 01580 712754
• Email: careers@brooklearningtrust.org.uk