HR Academy Lead
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Position Overview & Specifications
Post: HR Academy Lead
Post Ref: SR 1512
Post Details: 37 hours, Term time + 3 weeks, Permanent
Salary Scale: AAT Grade 7 SCP 23 - 26 Pro-rata salary £27,565 - £30,086 (Full-time Equivalent Salary £30,152 - £32,909)
Ambitions Academies Trust (AAT) comprises schools from all sectors: mainstream (primary and secondary) and special. AAT secures outstanding achievement and improved the life chances of all our pupils. All our Academies have high expectations as the focus of their work. We are strongly committed to supporting colleagues in developing their careers further and offering excellent CPD opportunities.
We currently have the following vacancy at Wey Valley Academy, 436 Dorchester Rd, Weymouth DT3 5AN - HR Academy Lead
Are you looking for a new challenge? We are seeking to recruit a professional, reliable and versatile HR Academy Lead within our Wey Valley Academy.
The role of the HR Academy Lead is to provide (and lead on the development of) an efficient, effective and confidential administrative service within Wey Valley Academy. This role will include line managing members of the administration/reception team to ensure efficient and effective working; leading and being responsible for recruitment processes and procedures in line with AAT / Data Protection laws; leading on the administration of Wey Valley's Human Resources matters (for example sickness absence procedures, payroll details); ensuring that systems are in place to ensure statutory duties are completed in a timely manner; working within the policies and procedures of Wey Valley / AAT – which will include a wider network of support from within AAT.
To be successful in this role you will:
- be enthusiastic, motivated, focused, professional, personable and resilient
- have excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- have an ability to organise and prioritise your work, working to deadlines
- be competent in the use of Microsoft packages Word and Excel and Management Information Systems (for example Integris, SIMS). Minute-taking experience is desirable but training can be provided.
- be able to work successfully with a range of people, including the wider school community
- promote the vision and values of Ambitions Academies Trust at all times
We are looking for candidates who are passionate and ambitious with a drive and commitment to improving the life chances of our young people.
Closing date for applications: 2nd May 2023
Interviews will take place: w/c 8th May 2023
Start Date: ASAP
Please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment as AAT reserves the right to close applications early
Please note we DO NOT accept applications by CV
Ambitions Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Rigorous checks will be made of the successful applicant’s background credentials, including enhanced DBS checks and an online search
High Expectations lead to High Achievers
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: National Services & Agencies
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for HR Academy Lead roles across Dorset Councils's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to National Services & Agencies.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £27,565 - £30,086 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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