The Role

The Head of HR will lead the Trust-wide human resources function across multiple sites, working both strategically and operationally to deliver outstanding support to our schools.Hours of work:

37 hours per weekWorking pattern:

Term Time Only + 3 holiday weeks (salary is pro-rated) or Full Time, 52 weeks per year. Permanent contract. This is an in-person role to cover all Trust schools.Salary:

Single Status Grade 11/12 (£40,109 - £45,850)Closing date:

Monday 9am 22 September 2025Interview date:

Friday 26 September 2025Starting date:

as soon as possibleLocation:

Cavendish Education Trust (CET) is a Multi-Academy Trust, currently 3 schools, committed to excellence in education, staff wellbeing, and professional development. We are looking for a Head of HR to lead our Trust-wide human resources function, working both strategically and operationally to deliver outstanding support to our schools.Application information:

We advise applying promptly for this post as we reserve the right to close and interview early if sufficient suitable applications have been received.

The RoleLead HR strategy and operations across multiple sitesProvide advice on employee relations, restructures, and performance managementLead attendance management, return to work and health review meetingsOversee payroll, pensions, recruitment, safeguarding and complianceReview and develop HR policies, systems, and processesLine manage and develop staff across the team

About YouCIPD Level 5+ (or equivalent) or commitment to undertake this trainingExperience in HR, ideally in multi-site or education settingKnowledge of employment law and HR best practiceA collaborative mindset with excellent communication and organisational skills

Why Join Us?Play a pivotal role in shaping HR practice across the TrustWork alongside a supportive senior leadership teamEnjoy variety, autonomy, and the chance to make a real difference for staff and pupils

Safeguarding and other requirementsWe are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and expect all those who work with us to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check with the Disclosure and Barring Services. For further information about what is required in this process please go to the GOV.UK DBS page.All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school''s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.

About UsThe Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure and Barring Services. For further information about what is required in this process please go to GOV.UK DBS page.

Contact for applicationsFor questions concerning the role, please contact Jon Brown, Chief Operating Officer, via hr@cet.uk. Please visit our website for further details and the application process at cet.uk/vacancies/.

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