Vacancy for Senior HR Adviser

Salary:

Grade 9, Point 24 

£31,196  Actual Annual Salary  (£35,412 FTE)

Hours of work:

37 Hours a week

40 weeks a year 

We have an exciting opportunity to join our expanding team as a Senior HR Adviser within our Core HR Team. This key role will provide and promote a high quality, professional & efficient HR service across schools within the Trust. Adhering to employment legislation and best practice. Working at operational level to ensure correct implementation of policies and procedures in designated hub of schools in and around Bedfordshire.

This is a term time + 10 days position, field based between the following schools:

Crosshall Junior School, Crosshall Infant School,Oakley Primary School, Great-Ouse Primary School, Harold Primary Academy,  Lincroft Academy, Weldon Village Academy, Sharnbrook Academy, The Ferrers School & Stratton School

The Opportunity

• Develop effective relationships with Principals/Headteacher and HR Officers in schools that build trust and confidence.
• Offer advice and guidance to managers in respect of all aspects of HR Work
• To undertake informal audits of HR practices in schools, offering advice to HR Officers in the completion of accurate files and records (ensuring effective security of both manual and computerised data).
• To support HR Officer in schools to effectively perform their roles.

The ideal candidate

• Experience of working in a school HR environment would be beneficial but is not essential.
• Level 5 or above qualification in Human Resources or equivalent work-based experience. 
• Experience of handling ER casework
• A good knowledge of employment legislation and best practice.

About Meridian Trust –

Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire. 

Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to - 

• Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in
• Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)
• Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
• Cycle to work scheme
• Defined benefit local government or Teacher’s pension scheme
• Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
• Free on-site parking
• Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays        

To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/. 

For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below.

Closing date for applications: 8.00am on 16th March 2026

Interviews will be held on:  19th March 2026

Meridian Trust reserves the right to close the applications early in the event that a suitable candidate is sourced. Applications will be reviewed as received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.

The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.

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