Location
Central office located next to East Croydon station with easy access to London Bridge and Victoria, as well as fast access to the M25. Flexibility to travel to academies across London and Essex is required.

Hours
Full time, hours to be confirmed.

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
The Harris Federation’s Corporate Services HR team is seeking an HR Advisor to provide first level generalist HR advice to Federation and Academy managers. This varied role offers the opportunity to develop your skills and experience across a wide range of HR areas including employee relations, reward, resourcing, and talent development. You will work closely with the Federation Corporate Services teams and leaders in our primary and secondary academies. Your responsibilities will include delivering a first line generalist HR advisory service, supporting organisation development programmes, assisting with employee lifecycle processes, preparing HR documents and templates, producing management information reports, evaluating job descriptions and advising on salary bandings, supporting recruitment through the e-recruitment system, and assisting with HR policies and procedures. You will also support HR initiatives such as change management programmes, case management, payroll processes, Employment Tribunal activities, and visa, work permit, and sponsorship queries. This role requires a professional approach and the ability to build effective working relationships within a large multi-academy trust committed to delivering outstanding education.

About Us
The Harris Federation is a leading multi-academy trust in England with 51 primary and secondary academies across London and Essex, employing over 4,000 staff and educating 38,000 students. We are dedicated to ensuring every student receives an outstanding education and are committed to supporting our staff through professional development, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of training programmes. Our culture is built on collaboration, best practice, and a shared vision for exceptional learning environments.

Rewards & Benefits
We offer a competitive rewards and benefits package including the Harris Allowance, Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme, Wellbeing Cash Plan, and many other benefits. We invest in our staff’s career progression and development at every level, fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace.

Safeguarding Notice
The Harris Federation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, prohibition from teaching checks.

Equal Opportunities
We are an equal opportunities employer and value diversity among our staff and students. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable, and supportive working environment for all.

Experience
Previous experience in an HR role providing first line generalist HR advice is required. Experience producing reports and data analysis is essential.

About you
Professional and approachable with the ability to build effective working relationships. Passionate about HR and eager to develop within an organisation committed to excellence in education. Flexible to travel to multiple academy locations.

Qualifications
Educated to degree level or equivalent experience. CIPD part qualified or equivalent by experience. Good IT skills including Microsoft Word and Excel.