People Advisor

Remote

Professional services

Term time

Permanent

Team: People Advisory

Reports to: People Partner (HRBP)

Salary & Contract:

Full-time equivalent salary: £34,278 per year

Actual salary: £27,044 - £31,270 per year (depending on contracted hours)

Hours: 32–37 hours per week

Contract: Term-time + 2 weeks

Working pattern: Remote with school visits; monthly team office day

TKAT is one of the largest multi-academy trusts, based in the South and East of England, supporting over 45 primary, secondary, and special schools. Our purpose is simple: We work together so that every pupil, regardless of background, has the opportunities and support to thrive. As an employer, we are equally committed to creating a people-first culture where colleagues feel valued, supported, and able to make a difference every day.

Why Join Us?

This is a unique opportunity to build your career in a school-centred environment while enjoying the flexibility of a term-time only contract. You'll be paid a pro-rated salary of £27,044 - £31,270 per year, depending on hours. Which can be negotiated to be between 32-37 per week. You'll benefit from c.11 weeks of school holidays off each year.

The People Advisory team exists to nurture an inclusive, collaborative, and ethical culture — building a safe, forward-thinking Trust that shapes young futures through exceptional education. By supporting our schools in managing people matters, you'll play a direct role in keeping both students and colleagues safe and ensuring our schools thrive.

Role description

As a People Advisor, you will support an experienced People Partner (HRBP) in delivering consistent, fair, and effective management of employee casework across 12–17 schools. Your work will span all aspects of people-related case management — from disciplinary and grievance through to attendance and performance. A critical part of the role is ensuring that cases relating to safeguarding are handled thoroughly, appropriately, and in line with our duty to protect both students and employees.

This role is mainly remote, with visits to your allocated schools as needed, and one monthly office day with the People Advisory team.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the People Partner in managing employee relations casework, including: Disciplinary, grievance attendance and absence management, performance management and capability, flexible working and other people-related casework as required
• Build positive working relationships with internal stakeholders including headteachers, senior trust leaders and central teams.
• Manage cases involving safeguarding concerns with diligence and care, ensuring that the welfare of children and staff is prioritised
• Provide timely and accurate advice to leaders and managers on policies, procedures, and best practice.
• Ensure cases are progressed consistently, fairly, and in line with Trust policy and employment law.
• Prepare case documentation, notes, and outcome letters, ensuring accurate record-keeping.
• Work collaboratively within the People Advisory team, sharing knowledge and supporting colleagues to deliver consistent, high-quality service.
• Contribute to a culture of learning, inclusivity, and growth within the team and across the Trust.

Person Specification

Essential

• CIPD Level 3 qualification (or willingness to study towards it).
• Experience providing HR/people advice or managing casework.
• Strong knowledge of core HR policies and procedures (disciplinary, grievance, attendance management, etc.).
• Ability to balance empathy with objectivity in sensitive people matters.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with confidence to advise and influence stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple cases across a large geographical area.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and colleagues.

Desirable

• Experience in education or multi-site organisations.
• Familiarity with working in unionised environments.
• Strong note-taking and report-writing skills.

What We Offer

• Generous Employer Pension Contribution of 15.6% – helping you build long-term financial security with a substantial investment into your future.
• Term Time + 2: You'll work all school terms plus 2 weeks of the holidays. This provides approximately 11 non working weeks per year (taken during school holidays).
• Headspace Subscription – free access to the leading wellbeing and mindfulness app to support your mental health every day.
• Mindfulness programme - free eight-week mindfulness course for adults (8 X 90 min, out-of-hours sessions).
• Bluelight Discount Scheme – exclusive savings on shopping, dining, travel and more, so your hard-earned salary goes further.
• Cycle to Work Scheme – spread the cost of a new bike and enjoy a healthier, more sustainable commute.
• Funded development training - A vast array of courses available to help develop in a chosen area and subject-specific accreditations.