"We develop our pupils to have the skills to thrive in society"

HR Manager

Ref: SCH-TPAT-0069 22 day(s) remaining
Establishment: Trust Central Team Location: Wantage Salary: 44711.00 - 52805.00 Department: Trust Central Team Job Type: Full Time
Closing Date: 26/09/2025 09:00 Interview Date: 10/10/2025 Start Date: Jan 2026

Additional Information

Contract Type: Permanent Contract Term: AYR - All year round Hours per Week: 37.00 Weeks per Year: 52.000 Pay Grade: Support Staff | SCP35 - SCP43

The Role

Main Duties and Responsibilities:

Reporting to the HR & Operations Director, the Trust HR Manager will lead the development and delivery of the HR function across our growing multi academy trust. This is an opportunity to join our trust at an exciting time in its development as its first dedicated HR Manager. The successful candidate will work closely with the HR & Operations Director and will be a key member of the Trust’s central team.  

The HR Manager will be responsible for the Trust’s Human Resources function. This will include the development of policies and practices with external HR support and Trust Leaders to ensure that the quality of HR support to the Trust and its schools is delivered, developed and maintained to the highest standard. This role requires a self-motivated and dynamic person who excels at providing operational oversight in a fast-paced, changing environment, and who can ensure that the HR support for schools is effective and consistent. As we are a growing trust, this role will require a combination of strategic thinking and planning as well as hands-on operational support, casework and administration.

Safeguarding Information

The Propeller Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and we expect all staff to share this commitment.


Where the role for which you are applying involves engaging in regulated activity, it is an offence to apply for the role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.


A copy of the Propeller Academy Trust’s Child Protection Policy and Safeguarding Policy can be accessed via each member schools website.

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Trust Central Team

Fitzwaryn School
Denchworth Road
Wantage
Oxfordshire
OX12 9ET

Emma Mackrell

https://www.propellertrust.org

At The Propeller Academy Trust, we are dedicated to supporting young people with special educational needs, fostering an environment where every student progresses along their own unique path. Our passion for inclusion and innovation drives us to create exceptional opportunities for students to thrive, achieve their full potential, and embrace their individuality.

 

When you join our team, you’ll become part of a supportive and collaborative community, united by a shared mission to make a real difference every day. Whether you're an experienced professional or starting your journey in education, we offer a nurturing workplace where your talents, skills, and ambitions can flourish.

 

Our staff benefit from extensive Continuous Professional Development (CPD) programmes, secondment opportunities across our Trust sites, and a vast range of discounts available to those working in education. We also prioritise staff wellbeing, offering initiatives such as wellbeing days, because we believe that supporting our staff is as important as supporting our students.

 

Discover how you can contribute to our mission of excellence and inclusion. Explore our current vacancies and take the first step toward a fulfilling and impactful career with Propeller Academy Trust.

 

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