HR/People Advisor

About Us

Supporting Education Group is the leading education services platform in the UK working with schools, learners, multi academy trusts, local authorities, nurseries, and government departments to help solve the biggest human capital challenges facing the sector. Our goal is to empower students, educators, schools and governments with the technology, expertise and resources to ensure a high-quality education for all. The group is shaped into four practices covering qualifications and training, recruitment and supply, professional services and SEND and inclusion with a strong passion and collective purpose to make a positive impact on the education sector.

The Impact You'll Make

As a People Advisor in the Group People Hub team, you'll play a pivotal role in creating an exceptional employee experience that empowers our people to thrive. Your expertise and dedication will directly contribute to fostering a positive and productive work environment, enabling our business to achieve its strategic goals.

Why Join Us

• Exceptional Service Delivery: Be part of the go-to team for all people inquiries, building strong relationships and providing comprehensive support to our people and managers alike.
• Seamless Onboarding & Offboarding: Manage the entire employee lifecycle, ensuring smooth transitions and compliance.
• Employee Relations Guidance: Coach and advise managers on people-related matters, promoting consistency and best practices.
• Data Integrity Champion: Maintain accurate employee records and leverage data insights to drive continuous improvement.
• Collaborative Projects: Actively participate in initiatives to enhance our People Hub service delivery and employee experience.

What you can offer

• Experience working in a multi-site, multi-business environment, including on-site and remote working practices and understanding the challenges
• Experienced in full end-to-end employee life-cycle processing and associated policies, and best practices
• Proficiency in using HR information systems (Sage People preferred) and Microsoft Office suite
• Experience in independently managing low-level employee relations casework
• Expertise in coaching/upskilling managers on people best practices
• Good understanding of employment law and a proactive approach to staying up-to-date

Winning behaviours

• Self-motivated, organised, and able to work independently
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong interpersonal abilities to build lasting relationships
• Ability to prioritise and manage conflicting demands
• Collaborative team player with a positive, can-do attitude

We're also keen on

• Level 3 CIPD qualification (or working towards)

✨ Benefits that actually make a difference

️28 days' holiday + bank holidays plus an extra day for every year you stay (up to 33) and option to buy up to 5 more days (all pro-rata for part time roles)
Enhanced paid family leave (after probation pass) to help new parents and long-term carers
Medical cash plan (after probation pass) making contributions towards everyday health costs such as dental, optical and prescriptions
Life insurance from day one (up to 4x salary) PLUS free wellbeing support with access to 24/7 GP, counselling, medical second opinions, physiotherapy and lifestyle coaching
Pension contributions from both of us (after 3 months)
Discounts access to different options to help your money go further
Flexible benefits you choose such as extra holiday, healthcare, bikes, gym, electric cars & Give As You Earn (after probation pass)
Learn & grow with us we invest in your development with ongoing learning, training and career growth opportunities
Volunteer days 3 paid volunteer days each year, with two dedicated to education

Because great people deserve great benefits.

By joining Supporting Education Group, you will become part of a community that is dedicated to transforming lives and sustaining communities, where your voice is heard, your ideas are valued, and your individuality is celebrated. Together, we will continue to advance our passion for education and build brighter futures for all.

Employment offers are subject to satisfactory vetting checks. These checks will be run in line with the latest guidance and legislation. You will need to already have the right to work in the UK, as we are not able to offer any sponsorship(s) for visa applicants.