People Business Partner (London and Portsmouth Primaries) Reports to: Head of Business Partnering Location: Currently operating hybrid working in our West London Office Contract: Permanent Pattern: Full Time (standard hours 9am - 5.30pm) Closing date: 05/12/2024 Interviews: Interviews will be arranged as suitable candidates are identified, so early application is strongly advised Salary: £50,000 to £60,000 (depending on experience) An effective People Partner will be enabling the delivery of a proactive, effective, and efficient People service ensuring that strategies are in place to balance the needs of individual academies whilst supporting the delivery of Ark''s strategic objectives. This role is a Business Partner in training, focusing on establishing this approach to HR service delivery, working closely and effectively with the People Business Partners building the necessary skills and abilities to be successful in this role. Key Responsibilities Partner with Regional Director(s) to enable the effective development and implementation of People strategies, plans and practices Support your Region(s) on all key People processes, providing guidance, coaching and constructive challenge when appropriate Lead and develop the provision of People services, responding to staff issues as appropriate Work effectively and collaboratively with the HR resources in schools, the wider People team, and other Central teams to effectively maximise performance and exercise good people ..... full job details .....