People Team Advisor

Seckford Foundation

Address: Woodbridge, Suffolk IP12 4JJ

Salary: £36,000 per annum (pro rata for part time)

Hours: 30 – 35 hours per week, 4 – 5 days per week

Contract: Permanent. Required as soon as possible

Reference: 0419

Consideration will be given to reduce working hours in the school holidays for the right candidate. Start and finish times are negotiable.

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a new member of staff to join the People Team at the Seckford Foundation. We are seeking a People Team Advisor to support our managers and employees across the Foundation on all aspects of employee relations, and to be the lead advisor as we launch our new People HR and Applicant Tracking System (ATS).

This is a pivotal role in our evolving People Team, where we are moving away from traditional HR practices and embracing a people-focused approach that empowers colleagues to reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• provide expert advice and guidance on employee relations, including performance management, grievance, disciplinary, and wellbeing matters
• lead the continued implementation and ongoing management of the Foundation’s new People HR and ATS system, ensuring accurate data, user training, and process improvement
• work closely with the Head of People to identify and deliver continuous improvement across the employee lifecycle and People Team operations
• support and develop employee engagement initiatives across the Foundation
• maintain compliance with employment law, safeguarding, GDPR, and internal policies
• contribute to the development of a nurturing, transparent, and inclusive workplace culture.

About You:

• experience in a similar HR or People Advisor role
• CIPD Level 5 or Level 7 qualification (or working towards)
• strong understanding of employment law and HR best practices
• experience implementing or managing HR systems or ATS platforms
• excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across departments.

Why Join Us?

At the Seckford Foundation, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Whether supporting students at Woodbridge School, residents at Seckford Care, or audiences at the Seckford Theatre, we are united by a commitment to excellence and community. You’ll be joining a warm, welcoming team where collaboration and innovation are valued, and where your work will make a meaningful difference.

 How to apply

To apply for this position please visit our website and complete the application form. A CV and covering letter will not suffice but may be included.
 

Closing date: 1 pm, 16 October 2025. Interview date: 24 October 2025.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.