HR Business Partner

This is a great opportunity to be part of the Trust’s future growth and development in a busy and exciting role that provides a valuable contribution in supporting schools to deliver the best possible outcomes for our children.

Our vision at Cascade MAT is to transform the life chances of our children; ensure safe and secure learning environments; create inspirational places for our staff to work and to be an influential part of the local community.

Across the Trust we inspire our children to aim high and succeed, equipping them with the necessary skills and knowledge for the future. We promote understanding, respect and tolerance for each other.

We are seeking a confident, credible HR Business Partner to join our Central Team and provide a high-quality, proactive, and visible HR service across our academies.

You will be joining a supportive team of colleagues and be able to contribute to the development and continuous improvement of the service.

We are looking for candidates that can play a key role in all aspects of HR, with responsibility to deliver the Trust’s vision by aligning people strategies with organisational priorities and manage employee relations across the Trust.

The Role:

As HR Business Partner, you will work closely with Headteachers, senior leaders and Trust leaders to provide expert HR advice that supports school improvement, workforce sustainability, and high standards of professional conduct.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading and developing the Trust’s HR function to deliver a responsive, consistent service
• Lead on casework, ensuring timely, consistent and fair outcomes
• Lead on the design and delivery of briefings and training in respect of HR issues to a wide range of audiences.
• Provide advice and support to leaders and employees across the full range of HR issues including pay and conditions, local and national agreements, employment law and good practice
• Coach and provide professional challenge to leaders to develop their capability and confidence with their people management skills
• Analyse HR data to identify potential risks, areas for improvement and initiate appropriate action plans

You will bring:

• Substantial experience in employee relations and employment law, ideally within an academy trust or maintained school environment.
• A strong understanding of the education sector, including the regulatory requirements in education, safeguarding responsibilities, Keeping Children Safe in Education, and safer recruitment.
• Excellent communication, influencing and coaching skills
• Proven experience of developing and maintaining effective relationships with a range of stakeholders, including positive relationship with trade unions.

Experience of working in a senior HR/People leadership role with academies and/or maintained schools is highly desirable

If you are a flexible, positive and proactive team-player with excellent communication, administrative and IT skills, with the ability to build effective working relationships with a wide range of colleagues, we would love to hear from you. It is important that you can work confidently and be committed to providing a quality HR service to all our stakeholders.

How to apply:

Please download the recruitment pack from Cascade Multi Academy Trust - Human Resources Business Partner | Cascade MAT. It includes all information and instructions on how to apply. 

If you wish to discuss this role or arrange a visit to the Trust, please contact us via email at hr@cascademat.co.uk. 

You can download the Word version of the application form from Cascade’s website.

Please do not use the Sheffield City Council application form.

www.cascademat.co.uk

or alternatively an application form can be obtained by e-mailing recruitment@cascademat.co.uk

Your completed application should be emailed to recruitment@cascademat.co.uk

37 hours per week, 43 weeks per year

Salary: Grade 10, Scale point 41 - Scale point 45

Full time equivalent (FTE): £52,413 - £56,686 per annum

Actual salary: £49,706 - £53,758 per annum

Our staff are at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to fostering a supportive, ambitious and people‑centred culture where every colleague feels valued, respected and empowered to succeed. To support staff wellbeing, professional growth and a healthy work–life balance, we offer a comprehensive package of employee benefits.

Flexible Working

Wherever possible, we promote flexible working arrangements to help colleagues balance their professional responsibilities with personal commitments.

Staff Recognition

We recognise and celebrate the dedication and achievements of our staff through trust‑wide and school‑level recognition initiatives.

Pension Schemes

All employees are eligible to join a generous pension scheme, including:

• Local Government Pension Scheme (support staff)
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme (teaching staff)

Generous Annual Leave

Support staff benefit from an enhanced annual leave entitlement.

Healthcare and Wellbeing Support

All colleagues have access to our Employee Assistance Programme, providing:

• Free, confidential telephone support
• Face‑to‑face counselling
• GP services
• A range of wellbeing resources and guidance.

Staff Voice

We actively encourage staff feedback through regular surveys and forums, ensuring colleagues have a meaningful voice in shaping trust policy and practice.

Discounts and Perks

• Health Cash Plan - helps colleagues manage everyday healthcare costs by offering money back on a range of routine treatments, supporting both wellbeing and peace of mind.
• Cycle to Work
• Eligibility for the Blue Light Card, offering a wide range of national and local discounts
• Discounted gym membership
• Free on‑site or nearby parking at all trust schools

Pay progression

Automatic pay progression for all colleagues in line with their grading structure

Family Leave

Enhanced family leave benefits and pay to offer you support in life’s most important moments.

Continuous service

We honour continuous service with other local authorities and Multi Academy Trusts.