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Post: Head of HR

Location: ‘The Hub’ Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School

Responsible to: Academy Business Director Responsible for: HR Team Any other staff as directed by the Academy Business Director

KEY PURPOSE OF THE JOB To ensure that The Romero Catholic Multi Academy Company recruits, develops, manages, and retains the staff it

needs to deliver its strategy through the provision of strategic and operational HR services to managers and staff

on issues that span the entirety of the staff lifecycle: organisational change, management development,

recruitment, performance management and staff development, and departure.

The delivery of a high quality HR service to both internal and external stakeholders to support outstanding

outcomes for pupils in a caring and inclusive environment.

Responsibilities and accountabilities – General

1. To be the operational HR lead and the main source of advice for Principals and other managers.

2. To develop the overall People and OD Strategy as we develop and grow as an organisation.

3. To develop the implementation of a learning and development strategy that focuses on Continuous Professional Development for all employees.

4. To develop an employee relations, resourcing, performance, pay and benefits in line with best practice initiatives.

5. To implement ‘fit for purpose’ management information systems with the support of IT.

6. To review and provide recommendations for performance management.

7. To review and develop policies and procedures in those areas which are statutory requirements for the Romero Catholic Academy.

8. Provide input as required to in-house and external events.

9. Contribute to the overall work to provide all young people within The Romero Catholic Academy with the best opportunities for the future.

10. Be a role model in maintaining a positive culture that embeds The Romero Catholic Academy values and beliefs through highly effective communication processes, and ensures that students and staff feel valued, safe and supported.

11. Represent The Romero Catholic Academy positively and effectively in HR related activities with external stakeholders and agencies.

12. Develop plans, policies and procedures for all areas within scope of the post and ensure compliance in line with CES and diocesan policy.

13. Deputise for the Academy Business Director as and when required.

14. To maintain, analyse and report on HR records, monitoring areas such as recruitment, absence, disciplinary, turnover, payroll, pensions and other key factors, producing management information to deadlines to support decision making.

15. To support managers in delivering a consistent approach to staff management, acting as a central point for HR information, support and guidance, and liaising with legal advice providers.

16. To provide support and advice on all aspects of organisational development including TUPE transfer, restructure and redundancy.

17. Raise the profile of HR in the organisation.

18. To lead employment-related aspects of the equality and diversity agenda.

19. To lead on the development and delivery of HR implementation plans, strategies and policies and procedures.

20. Manage complex HR cases.

21. Lead on the implementation of any specific HR-related projects as necessary.

22. Maintain effective employee relations through consultation with Trade Union representatives and departments.

23. Responsible for a HR budget of £37,000 and Apprentice Levy Budget of £44,000.

24. Design and deliver training and development courses to be delivered to staff.

25. To develop an apprenticeship strategy and manage the apprenticeship levy.

26. Carry out any other reasonable duties requested by the Academy Business Director.

KEY ORGANISATIONAL OBJECTIVES The Post holder will contribute to The Romero Catholic Academy objectives in service delivery by: Ensuring you operate within The Romero Catholic Academy Equal Opportunities framework

Ensuring you follow The Romero Catholic Academy Safeguarding Policy

PERSON SPECIFICATION

The person specification below lists, within the right hand columns, how your ability to meet the criteria

necessary for the successful completion of this role will be assessed.

Selection Criteriai

A= Application Form I = Interview T = Test/Personality Profile

Essential or

Desirable

Method of Candidate

Assessment A, I or T

Experience and Knowledge

1. Relevant experience of facilitating organisational change Essential A, I

2. Relevant experience of direct management and development of an HR team Essential A, I

3. Relevant experience of employee relations Essential A, I

4. Extensive knowledge of current HR legislation and employment law Essential A, I

5. Experience of designing, delivering and evaluating effective organisational development and learning development strategy

Desirable A, I

6. Basic knowledge of payroll and pensions Essential A, I

7. Experience of implementing Compensation and Benefits packages Desirable A, I

8. Experience of implementing HR MIS systems Desirable A, I

9. Experience of managing HR within an education setting Desirable A, I

Educational/ Vocational Qualifications

1. CIPD Qualified to Chartered MCIPD or equivalent Essential A

2. Degree educated or equivalent Desirable A

3. Evidence of continuous professional development Essential A, I

Skills

1. The ability to develop positive working relationships with individuals at all

levels (internal and external) to promote The Romero Catholic Academy Essential A, I

3. Highly developed communication (written and verbal skills), external liaison

and networking skills Essential A, I

4. Ability to deliver training sessions and presentations to a wide range of

audiences Essential A, I

5. Good organisational and time management skills Essential A, I

6. Excellent IT skills including competence with Microsoft Office Essential A, I

7. The ability to lead teams through inspirational leadership which commands respect and provides an environment where others feel motivated

Essential A, I

8. The ability to lead effectively and manage the performance of others in

accordance with good management practice Essential I

9. The ability to motivate and encourage others, inspire trust and a sense of

common purpose Essential I

10. The ability to work effectively through teams and a critical and sensitive

understanding of the roles of other staff Essential I

11. The ability to clearly demonstrate an understanding of safeguarding

responsibilities and a commitment to promoting the welfare of young people Essential I

Approach

1. A positive, respectful, honest, flexible and proactive attitude Essential A, I

3. A commitment to excellence and creativity and continuous improvement Essential A, I

4. The determination to promote equality and diversity, including employment

and service delivery Essential A, I

5. Behaviours which support the core values of The Romero Catholic Academy Essential A, I

i The selection criteria are for guidance only and alternative methods may be used to assist the selection process.