Job Title: Human Resources Business Partner Department: Human Resources Contract Type: Temporary Start Date: Monday 26 January 2026 End Date: Thursday 30 April 2026 Hours: 37 hours per week Working Pattern: Monday to Friday (09:00 - 17:00) Dress Code: Business Casual Pay Rates (Hourly) PAYE: £21.13 LTD: £26.83 Purpose of the Role To assist in the provision of a comprehensive human resources service to council directorates, schools, and external bodies as required. The role will support senior leaders and managers by providing high-quality, professional HR advice during a period of organisational change and transformation. About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a temporary Human Resources Business Partner to support the Operational HR Team whilst a transformation programme is being delivered. You will work closely with senior stakeholders to ensure effective people management, compliance with employment legislation, and consistent application of HR policies and procedures. Key Responsibilities Support Heads of Service, Head Teachers, and Senior Managers on all aspects of human resource management, including: Absence and capability management Disciplinary and grievance procedures Workforce planning Managing workforce change, including organisational change, redundancy, and redeployment Application of national and local terms and conditions, including job grading Assist in training and mentoring line managers to enable effective and "right first time" empl