People Directorate (HR) Officer

Oasis Academy Brightstowe; Bristol; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking academy in Bristol is seeking a Professional Development Officer to support staff growth and development. The role involves managing training sessions, supporting national strategies, and liaising with external providers. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills and a commitment to safeguarding. The position offers holidays off, a defined-benefit pension, and professional qualification opportunities. Join us to make a real difference in the lives of young people.

Benefits

School holidays off

Defined benefit pension scheme

Access to fully funded professional qualifications

Flexible working opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in coordinating training or professional development is desirable.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage all aspects of staff professional development.
• Support the delivery of Oasis’s national PD strategy.
• Maintain accurate records of training and compliance.

Skills

Strong organisational and administrative skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Customer-focused approach

Job description

* People Directorate (HR) OfficerFast Apply# People Directorate (HR) OfficerEmployerLocation: Bristol, BristolContract Type: PermanentHours: Term TimeContract Length: PermanentSalary: SCP18-22(£3137-£33699 FTE)Posted: 19th December 2025Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 16th January 2026 11:59 PMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1527201Job Reference: HR25Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Permanent* Contract Length: Permanent* Job ID: 1527201* Share :**People Directorate (HR) Officer****Location:** Oasis Academy Brightstowe, Bristol**Salary:** SCP 18–22 (£31,537 – £33,699 FTE) – pro rata for term-time plus additional weeks**Contract**: Term-time plus 2 weeks to be agreed with line manager**It’s time to work in a job you love!**At Oasis Community Learning, we are committed to delivering excellence for everyone, entitling our students, staff, and community to an exceptional education. We believe in the power of inclusion – and nowhere more so than at Oasis Academy Brightstowe.Located in North Bristol, Oasis Academy Brightstowe is a forward-thinking Academy that maintains high expectations of staff and students. Our focus is on our children, staff wellbeing, and community; parents and the wider community are engaged with our school, supporting our leaders, and playing an active role in community transformation through academy-led projects. We are proud of our relational climate and model a culture and atmosphere of genuine warmth.Brightstowe is part of the highly successful Oasis Community Learning multi-academy trust, benefiting from support and sharing of best practices from our regional schools, Regional Director, and wider Oasis family.**About the Role**As our newest Professional Development Officer, you will play a key role in supporting the growth and development of our staff team. You will work closely with the Principal, Senior Leadership Team, and Regional PD Manager to ensure that all colleagues have access to high-quality training and development opportunities.This is an exciting opportunity to join a passionate team and make a real difference to staff development and student outcomes.**What You Will Be Responsible For:*** Coordinating and managing all aspects of staff professional development, including CPD sessions and training records.* Supporting the delivery of Oasis’s national PD strategy at academy level.* Maintaining accurate records of training and compliance requirements.* Liaising with external providers and internal teams to organise training events.* Promoting a culture of continuous learning and growth across the academy.**What You Will Bring:*** A friendly, articulate, and customer-focused approach to work.* Strong organisational and administrative skills.* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.* Experience in coordinating training or professional development (education or public sector experience desirable).* A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.* You will be fully supported by our Regional PD Manager and a national team of dedicated professionals.**Our Offer to You:*** School holidays off – we want you to enjoy your time away!* Membership of a brilliant national team committed to making Oasis an “Employer of Choice.”* Defined benefit pension scheme.* Access to fully funded professional qualifications – because we believe in lifelong learning.* Colleagues who care and a strong community ethos.* Flexible working opportunities.The chance to be part of something amazing, where every day makes an invaluable difference to the lives of our marvellous young people.We welcome informal enquiries — please contact the Academy’s main office or visit our website for more information.**Please note: CVs will not be accepted. All applicants must complete a full application form.****Right to Work Requirement**Please note that this role requires you to have the legal right to work in the UK for the duration of your employment. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position. Applicants whose current visa is due to expire soon or who require sponsorship will not be eligible.**Fluency Duty**This role requires fluency in spoken English. You must be able to communicate confidently and clearly in interactions with students, colleagues, and external partners.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Oasis Academy Brightstowe is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.### Oasis Academy BrightstowePart of### Oasis Community Learning