People Advisor

About this RoleDartmoor Multi Academy Trust is looking to appoint a dynamic, driven People Advisor who is passionate about supporting employees in all matters relating to their employment. Working in a small central based team, this role requires excellent attention to detail and the ability to remain impartial whilst advising all stakeholders on Trust Policies and Employment Law. Some basic experience in this field is preferred, but we are also keen to help the right person develop basic skills and understanding to be an outstanding member of the team. Full training will be provided, and legal support is always available for complex matters.This role is working in a small team within the People and Payroll department of the Trust based at Wardhayes, Okehampton, however travel between schools will be required, so driving license and access to transport is essential for this role. Our Trust comprises of 19 schools, 3 Colleges, 15 Primaries, and one All Through SEMH Special school. Established in 2018. We are situated in beautiful Devon on the out the outskirts of the stunning Dartmoor National Park. The schools vary in size and are all unique. Our schools are a large part of their local communities, and we value those relationships with families and locals.The Trust was created to enable schools and staff to work closely together in providing the best education possible for our children. We achieve this through meaningful collaboration both within our schools and beyond our Trust to ensure schools are able to secure and sustain improvement.Our work is built on our shared values and an unwavering belief that education improves the life chances for the children in our care. We aim for everyone in our organisation, staff and children, to be the best they can be and are relentless in our ambition to achieve this. We want our children to look back on their school experience with a sense of achievement and joy and we provide a wealth of additional curriculum experiences to enrich their learning.We care deeply about the children in our schools and work with kindness, compassion, manners and respect. By modelling and expecting these behaviours from our children, we aim to grow future citizens who will positively contribute to society, creating a brighter future for our world.Why choose DMAT?Our vision and values are what we build our schools upon, with Ambition, Co-operation & Transformation being at the heart.As an established Trust, DMAT can offer a wide range of benefits for our employees:• Cycle to work scheme• Tech Scheme• Eyecare Vouchers• Access to Discounts• CPD opportunities• Extensive Health & Wellbeing Package• Long Service Days• On site Parking – In some locations• Excellent Training Package• Employee Recognition Scheme DMAT are an inclusive and forward-looking trust, who seek to nurture our children and employees to be the best they can be. The role will be based at Wardhayes, Okehampton, but it is expected there will be occasional travel to other Trust educational settings and offices.Please see attached job description for full details of this role.Dartmoor Multi Academy Trust is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds to apply. All schools in The Dartmoor Multi Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure Barring Service (DBS). ‘This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020). This means that certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website: .’The successful candidate will be required to come to DMAT Central Offices to complete mandatory training.Training Details:Location: Central Head Office (Wardhayes) 8 Simmons Way, Okehampton, EX20 1PYPurpose: To provide comprehensive training on company policies, procedures, and systems necessary for successful integration into the role.Training Schedule: Daily sessions from 9am to 4pm, with breaks provided.Benefits of Training Week:• To gain valuable insights into our company culture and values.• Interact with key stakeholders and team members.• Acquire essential knowledge and skills to excel in your role.• Establish a strong foundation for your career growth within Dartmoor Multi Academy Trust.Visit our website: - to apply for this position.Your application form will be processed by My New Term who act for DMAT as a data processor- please see our Privacy Notice for more information about how we process job applicant personal data.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.