Job title and organisation: Human Resources Officer - Leeds City Academy
Salary: SO1 £34,434 - £36,363
Hours: 37 hours per week, all year round.
Contract: Permanent
Location: Leeds City Academy
Closing Date: Monday 19 January at 9am
The White Rose Academies Trust is a Leeds-based multi-academy trust with a reputation for raising ambitions, engaging local communities and rapid school improvement. At White Rose Academies Trust, we believe exceptional education begins with exceptional people. We’re looking for passionate, values-driven professionals to join our vibrant community and help us shape a brighter future for every student.
The trust consists of three secondary schools - Leeds City Academy, Leeds East Academy and Leeds West Academy, and one primary school, Alder Tree Primary Academy serving diverse and vibrant communities across Leeds.
Role:
Are you passionate about people and committed to delivering exceptional HR support? Join our dynamic and friendly team at White Rose Academies Trust as an HR Officer, where you will play a key role in supporting our academies and driving a positive workplace culture.
In this role, you will:
- Provide generalist HR support at academy level, covering all aspects of the employee lifecycle.
- Work collaboratively and proactively with the wider HR team to meet academy and trust-wide priorities.
- Deliver an excellent level of customer service to stakeholders, ensuring their HR needs are met effectively.
- Build strong relationships with key stakeholders and act as a trusted partner in all HR matters.
We’re looking for someone who brings:
- Enthusiasm, tact, and a hands-on approach to problem-solving.
- A solution-focused mindset and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships across the trust.
This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact within a forward-thinking organisation that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth.
White Rose Academies Trust is a local trust dedicated to raising and fulfilling the ambitions of young people. Our academies throughout Leeds are at the heart of the communities they serve, which is why we are committed to delivering an outstanding education to every one of our students.
The trust currently employs over 500 outstanding professionals who are committed to unlocking the potential of the next generation. Our CPD Programme is focused on innovation, leadership development and delivery of excellence for vulnerable groups.
Closing Date: Monday 19th January 2026, 9am
Interview Date: Interviews may be conducted prior to the closing date. Therefore, early applications are highly encouraged.
To apply, please visit Every Candidate Portal - View Job Details
White Rose Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its students and expects all staff and volunteers to share the commitment. Appointments will be subject to Safer Recruitment Procedures and an enhanced DBS check.
Please note this role will involve contact with children and you will be 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.
The above post is not a Leeds City Council vacancy and has been advertised on behalf of the relevant organisation. To apply please follow their application instructions.
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