About us

The HR Advisory Service has an excellent reputation for delivering a high-quality service both internally to Council services and externally to a customer base of over 50 schools, including a number of multi-academy Trusts.

The role

We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking HR Business Partner to join our team. This is a pivotal role where you will work closely with senior leaders and managers across the organisation and our school leaders to support organisational change and ensure the delivery of high-quality HR services. 

We are looking to appoint to 2 x 2 year fixed term contracts. These roles are 37 hours per week, hybrid and flexible working available.

About you

We are looking for someone who:

• Has significant experience in a HR advisory or business partnering role
• Holds a CIPD qualification
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal and influencing skills, with the ability to build effective
• relationships at all levels
• Is confident in managing change and navigating complex HR issues
• Is committed to public service values and promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion

Benefits

As well as a competitive salary, working for us means you get:

• To be part of a supportive and collaborative HR team
• Access to excellent benefits, including generous annual leave entitlement, access to
• Local Government Pension Scheme, flexible working arrangements etc
• Access to our health and wellbeing programme
• Access to our Warrington Rewards discounts scheme
• Salary sacrifice car lease scheme via NHS Fleet Solutions

Key dates & further information

The ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

DBS clearance is required.

If you are applying for the job internally, please ensure that you apply via the Careers Page on SAP, however if you are applying for an additional job you would need to apply externally.

If you are a permanent WBC employee you will need to apply for this fixed term position as an internal secondment opportunity and will need to discuss this with your current line manager prior to applying.

In accordance with Home Office guidance, successful candidates must evidence their right to work in the UK before commencement of employment. Sponsorship is not available for this role; therefore, you must have the right to work in the UK to be eligible for appointment.
Warrington Borough Council is a Disability Confident employer.