HR Adviser (Field based)

Vacancy for HR Adviser (Field based) at Meridian Trust

Salary: Meridian Trust Grade 7, Points 12- 19 £28,598-£32,061(minimum Grade 7, subject to review).

Hours: 37 hours, 52 weeks.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our expanding Core HR team as a field-based HR Advisor. This key role will provide professional advice and support to schools across Meridian Trust. This will include supporting HR colleagues with basic training, supporting with recruitment where needed, and general support with HR transactional work and advice on straightforward ER cases. The post holder will support HR colleagues in schools in carrying out their day-to-day HR tasks.

This is field based role, principally supporting schools in the Cambridge/Ely area, with some travel to other Trust schools located in Bedfordshire, Northamptonshire, Stamford and Peterborough. The school the HR Adviser will be based at will be decided on appointment with the successful applicant.

The Opportunity

• A great chance to work with an experienced and enthusiastic team.


• Undertake meaningful work that has a positive impact on local communities.


• Join a respected and admired multi-academy trust with a strong, values based culture.


• Access to development opportunities, gaining a wealth of knowledge from subject matter experts.

The ideal candidate

• Previous experience in HR Administration.


• Driving License and reliable access to a vehicle.


• Strong and demonstrable administration skills.


• Willingness to undergo further training and development.


• Positive and enthusiastic approach.


• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

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

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.