Director of People - Education HR Leader, Growth & Wellbeing

Endeavourmat; Wolverhampton; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A multi-academy trust in Wolverhampton seeks a strategic HR professional as Director of People. This leadership role involves developing the People Strategy for recruitment and retention while promoting a positive workplace culture across schools. Candidates should ideally possess a CIPD Level 7 qualification, significant senior HR experience, and strong interpersonal skills. This position offers flexible working arrangements and a commitment to staff wellbeing, making it an exciting opportunity during a period of growth.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Strong commitment to staff wellbeing

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)

Qualifications

• Significant experience in a senior HR role, ideally in education or multi-site organisation.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practice.
• Track record of leading change and developing high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a trust-wide People Strategy for recruitment and retention.
• Lead on workforce planning, organisational development, and HR compliance.
• Champion a positive culture across all schools in the Trust.

Skills

HR leadership

Interpersonal skills

Change management

Influencing skills

Education

CIPD Level 7 qualification or equivalent

Job description

A multi-academy trust in Wolverhampton seeks a strategic HR professional as Director of People. This leadership role involves developing the People Strategy for recruitment and retention while promoting a positive workplace culture across schools. Candidates should ideally possess a CIPD Level 7 qualification, significant senior HR experience, and strong interpersonal skills. This position offers flexible working arrangements and a commitment to staff wellbeing, making it an exciting opportunity during a period of growth.