Location
London, with frequent site visits to academies across London and the Home Counties.

Hours
Full Time

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced professional to join the Harris Federation’s central HR team as an HR Business Partner. You will be responsible for providing high quality strategic and operational support to your assigned areas of the organisation. This role supports and drives Federation growth through the HR strategy, working closely with the business to execute and deliver business and HR projects. You will provide comprehensive HR support for management teams including resourcing, employee relations, learning and development. The role involves a high volume of case work and requires flexibility, strong influencing skills, and a commitment to achieving organisational objectives. Frequent site visits to academies within the Federation’s control are required. The Harris Federation is a leading multi-academy trust with 52 academies, over 4,000 staff and 38,000 students, dedicated to providing outstanding education and making a significant difference to young people’s life chances.

Rewards & Benefits
Our people are at the heart of our success. We foster a strong culture of collaboration and best practice, with professional development and career planning central to our approach. We invest in staff through support, coaching, mentoring, and a wide range of high-quality training programmes at all levels. We offer a competitive rewards package including the Harris Allowance, Performance and Loyalty Bonus, Pension Scheme, Wellbeing Cash Plan, and many other benefits. We are committed to creating exceptional places of learning and ensuring every child in London has access to the best education.

Safeguarding Notice
The Harris Federation and all our academies are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff and volunteers share this commitment. Employment offers are subject to Enhanced DBS checks, references, and where applicable, prohibition from teaching checks. We adhere to a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-Offenders.

Equal Opportunities
The Harris Federation is an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We value diversity and are committed to providing a fair, equitable, and supportive learning and working environment for all staff and students.

Experience
Significant knowledge and experience of employment law and providing effective HR advice and guidance on best practice. Proven experience working in a senior human resources or employee relations role within a complex organisation. Demonstrable casework experience, including TUPE and project management in a similar role.

About you
An experienced HR professional and strong influencer who can work flexibly and demonstrate commitment to achieving organisational objectives. Ability to influence and challenge when required. Comfortable managing a high volume of case work and working across multiple sites.

Qualifications
CIPD qualified or equivalent professional HR qualification.