Vacancy for Senior HR Advisor
Salary:
Grade 9, Point 24
£35,412 (52 Weeks)
Hours of work:
37 Hours a week
52 Weeks a year
Ready to take the next step in your HR career? We’re looking for a friendly, proactive Senior HR Advisor to join our growing HR Team at Meridian Trust!
If you love variety, people, and making a real difference in your role, this could be the perfect fit. You’ll be the go-to person for a hub of schools in and around Peterborough, supporting our school leaders and HR Officers with but not limited to advice and guidance, ER casework, audits & Occupational health referrals.
This is a full time field based position between the following schools:
The Bluecoat School, West Town Primary Academy, Sawtry Junior Academy, Somersham Primary School, Orton Wistow Primary School, Nene Valley Primary School, Woodston Primary School, Greater Peterborough University Technical College, Nene Park Academy, Sawtry Village Academy, Swavesey Village College, Stamford Welland Academy & Nenegate School.
The Opportunity
Develop effective relationships with Principals/Headteacher and HR Officers in schools that build trust and confidence.
Offer advice and guidance to managers in respect of all aspects of HR Work
To undertake informal audits of HR practices in schools, offering advice to HR Officers in the completion of accurate files and records (ensuring effective security of both manual and computerised data).
To support HR Officer in schools to effectively perform their roles.
The ideal candidate
Experience of working in a school HR environment would be beneficial but is not essential.
Level 5 or above qualification in Human Resources or equivalent work-based experience.
Experience of handling ER casework
A good knowledge of employment legislation and best practice.
About Meridian Trust -
Meridian Trust is a values-led organisation formed in 2011 that has risen to be one of the highest-performing academy trusts in the country. The Trust is founded on its commitment to a high-quality educational provision for all at the heart of local communities. Meridian currently operates primary, secondary and special schools across Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Peterborough, Lincolnshire and Northamptonshire.
Meridian Trust offers a wealth of fantastic benefits for teaching and support staff which are highlighted below but are not limited to -
Apprenticeship and CPD opportunities which allow you to gain specialist knowledge in a role you are passionate about developing in
Opportunity to jump start your career in teaching through our dedicated Initial Teacher Training Team (ITT)
Support for mental health and wellbeing through our Employee Assistance Programme and other resources
Cycle to work scheme
Defined benefit local government or Teacher’s pension scheme
Healthcare benefits including free eye test vouchers and flu vaccinations
Free on-site parking
Discounts on a wide range of benefits from everyday essentials to holidays
To explore our full range of benefits, please visit https://www.meridiantrust.co.uk/jobs-and-training/benefits/.
For more information about the role please download the Applicant Information Pack below.
Closing date for applications: 8.00am on 12th April 2026
Interviews will be held on: To be confirmed
Meridian Trust reserves the right to close the applications early in the event that a suitable candidate is sourced. Applications will be reviewed as received so please apply early to avoid disappointment.
The Trust is committed to diversity and inclusion and equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks, including an enhanced check with the Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS), as well as online searches.
