Fully CIPD‑qualified and experienced HR Business Partners work in partnership with Schools / Settings, Trusts and LAs across every step of the HR process.
From intensive support to targeted projects, we act as your trusted “critical friend,” providing creative, practical and compliant solutions that deliver the best outcomes.
Our expertise is strengthened through close collaboration with the wider SIL offer, alongside employment law solicitors, the Local Government Association, recognised trade unions and professional associations.
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Tailored to your context, we ensure every interaction aligns with employment law, local policy, national guidance, and best practice.
The SLA is calculated based on the number of employees as of 1st April. Any changes in staffing levels during the year, whether increases or decreases, will not result in a recalculation.
Support from a dedicated HR Business Partner.
Suitable for MATs employing more than 275 members of staff.
Complement your existing HR provision. For up to 21 hours of support per year, per SchoolSetting.
Suitable for MATs employing more than 275 members of staff
Benefit from your own School HR Manager without costly recruitment to a specialist, stand-alone role.
Support with preparation and TUPE consultation, where the School transfers staff in or out. Including transfers to Academy status, into a MAT or aTrust taking on new Schools.
A fully ACAS-accredited mediation service undertaken by HR professionals.
This is best for Schools / Settings looking for an informal and speedy solution to workplace conflict.
A specialist, independent HR investigation service which includes:
Best for Schools / Settings looking to save Senior Leadership time and reduce the risk of internal conflict
Streamline & quality-assure contracts for your staff.
A full audit of individual staff pay and hours worked, including the application of term-time-only calculations.
All of our training courses are bookable online.
For Trusts and Schools managing specific projects or looking for support with isolated HR matters.
HR Manager
Clare is a CIPD-qualified Human Resources Manager with over 20 years of experience in the private, third and public sectors
She works side by side with school leaders and ensures her team remain fully updated on employment law and DfE HR matters, ensuring they can provide the best possible advice and support on a vast array of HR issues.
Clare has a masters degree in personnel and development and a degree in business management.
HR Business Partner
Clare began her HR career in the private insurance sector, where she gained a thorough grounding in HR and Payroll.
She specialises in employee relations, strategic support and fostering positive working relationships across schools, ensuring effective HR management and staff development.
She gained a First in Business Economics before achieving a Master's in Human Resources and becoming CIPD qualified.
HR Business Partner
Darren is CIPD qualified and holds a BA Hons in Business Studies
He has expertise across all aspects of HR in an education setting and has designed and delivered HR training to school leaders and governors.
In consultation with Trade Unions, he has contributed to the research, writing and implementation of HR policies.
He is an experienced investigating officer, specialising in hearings, tribunals & appeals and a trained mediator, skilled in resolving conflict.
HR Business Partner
Scott has extensive experience in providing expert HR advice and support to schools.
He specialises in Employee Relations, Pay & Conditions, Recruitment, Contracts, Data Analysis, and Workforce Planning.
He had a good grounding in Payroll, and was previously a Senior Job Analyst, contributing to a large-scale Job Evaluation & Equal Pay project.
HR Business Partner
Carol has a proven track record in talent management, strategic HR operations, and relationship development.
She is skilled in fostering collaboration, driving HR policies, and ensuring legal compliance, alongside a passion for recruitment, coaching, employee development and mentorship.
With over 30 years of experience, her expertise covers employment law, diversity & inclusion, employee relations, workforce planning and supporting organisational change.
HR Business Partner
Amanda is an accomplished HR professional specialising in employee relations, recruitment and talent development.
With a strong background in managing attendance, disciplinary processes, and team performance, she supports establishments to focus on fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
She advises school leaders and business managers across all aspects of HR process and holds a BA Hons in Business Management.
Assistant HR Business Partner
Emma is CIPD-qualified with over 10 years of expertise.
She supports schools across the city, with a particular focus on absence management and employee relations.
Working closely with leaders, she enhances employee engagement, job satisfaction and staff retention whilst driving productivity and operational efficiencies within schools.
She holds a BA in International Business with Spanish.
Assistant HR Business Partner
Catherine is an experienced CIPD-qualified HR Professional with extensive experience in strategic workforce planning, handling complex employee relations matters, and complex organisational change, including the delivery of TUPE and mergers and acquisitions.
She is a confident communicator with a strong emphasis on customer services, working with all levels of stakeholders within a unionised environment.
She is also a trained mediator with expertise in conflict resolution, problem solving, performance management and management development.
If you are interested in any of our products or services and would like to know more about how we can help your setting, please use our contact form.
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Telephone 0151 233 3901
