HR Advisor

As an HR Advisor, you will provide high-quality support and guidance to schools on a broad range of people issues, helping leaders navigate complex employee relations matters with confidence. Acting as a trusted…

Pay rate £45,000 – £50,000/year
Job type Temporary
Posted 27 August 2026

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As an HR Advisor, you will provide high-quality support and guidance to schools on a broad range of people issues, helping leaders navigate complex employee relations matters with confidence. Acting as a trusted advisor, you will respond to queries via telephone, email and virtual meetings, delivering timely, accurate and pragmatic HR advice while ensuring compliance with employment legislation and best practice.

Client Details

Michael Page is proud to be partnering with a highly regarded public sector organisation to recruit an experienced HR Advisor to support a portfolio of schools and educational settings. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys providing practical, commercially focused employee relations advice while making a positive impact within the education sector.

Description

Provide professional advice and guidance on HR policies and procedures.
Support managers with employee relations issues, including disciplinary and grievance matters.
Assist with recruitment processes, ensuring adherence to organisational standards.
Contribute to the development and implementation of HR initiatives and projects.
Maintain accurate employee records and ensure compliance with data protection regulations.
Advise on employment law and best practices to support decision-making.
Collaborate with other departments to ensure smooth HR operations.
Provide support for training and development programmes as required.
Conduct and disciplinary matters
Capability and performance management
Attendance management and sickness absence
Grievances and workplace disputes
Flexible working requests
Reasonable adjustments and employee wellbeing matters
General policy and procedural adviceProfile

A successful HR Advisor should have:

Previous HR Advisor experience within a public sector environment
Schools or education sector experience would be highly advantageous
Experience providing advice through HR helpline, advisory or casework-based services
Strong knowledge of UK employment law and ACAS best practice
Experience supporting a full range of employee relations cases
The ability to gather facts objectively, ask insightful questions and make balanced recommendations
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
A proactive approach, with the confidence to suggest improvements and develop practical guidance for managers
A customer-focused mindset and the ability to build trust with stakeholders at all levelsJob Offer

Hybrid working arrangements
Free Parking on site.
Annual Salary of £45000 to £50000 per annum.
Generous annual leave entitlement
Local Government Pension Scheme
Ongoing professional development opportunities
A collaborative and supportive HR team
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within education

If you are an experienced Advisor looking for a varied advisory role within a values-driven organisation in Nottingham, we would love to hear from you.

People are at the heart of Michael Page. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment. As an inclusive recruiter we welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, identities and experiences. If you require any adjustments or accommodations during the recruitment process, we'll work with you to ensure you can perform at your best

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