We are seeking an experienced and proactive HR Business Partner to lead on a significant TUPE transfer project for a leading Multi-Academy Trust. This is a critical 6-month temporary engagement focusing on organisational design and workforce planning for a group of Essex-based schools.
Reporting to the Head of Employee Relations and supported by a dedicated HR Assistant, you will coordinate the transfer of up to 800 employees. You will be the primary point of contact for this transition, ensuring all legal requirements are met while maintaining a people-first approach that aligns with our commitment to educational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
TUPE Management: Lead and manage the end-to-end TUPE transfer process, ensuring full compliance and smooth integration for all incoming staff.
Workforce Planning: Support senior leaders with organisational design and strategic workforce planning during a period of transition.
Expert Guidance: Provide specialist advice on complex ER matters, working closely with the Head of ER.
Stakeholder Engagement: Build strong relationships with school leadership teams, acting as a trusted advisor throughout the consultation period.
Site Presence: Conduct regular visits to our schools in Essex to support staff and management in person; being within a commutable distance of Essex is highly desirable.
About You
TUPE Expertise: You must have a proven track record of managing large-scale TUPE transfers (experience within the education or public sector is preferred).
Strategic & Operational Balance: The ability to handle high-level organisational design alongside the practical coordination of a large workforce.
Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and coach senior stakeholders through significant change.
Proactive Nature: A self-starter who can hit the ground running within a fast-paced, high-volume environment.
The Organisation
You will be joining a high-performing central HR team dedicated to social mobility and transforming life chances for young people. We offer a collaborative environment where expertise is valued and where your work will directly contribute to the stability and success of our schools.
Note: This role requires a 50% office presence in Croydon, with the remainder of the time split between remote working and travel to schools across Essex.
Apply Now
Due to the urgent nature of this project, we are looking for a candidate to start as soon as possible. We encourage interested applicants to apply immediately, as interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.
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