ER Specialist (Education) – 3‑month contract

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Employee Relations Specialist to join a global education provider on a three‑month contract. The role is hands‑on, fast‑paced and will support UK‑based staff across school sites and the head office.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and manage complex employee relations cases from start to finish.
• Provide pragmatic, risk‑aware advice on HR policies and ER issues.
• Support line managers and ER Advisors throughout investigations and resolutions.
• Assist with Employment Tribunal matters and help reduce claim risk.
• Play a pivotal role in an ongoing TUPE project and related restructuring activities.

Required profile

• Proven experience as a senior ER advisor, preferably within the education sector.
• CIPD qualification to at least Level 5.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and best‑practice HR.
• Experience leading redundancy, restructure and TUPE processes.
• Skilled in mediation, facilitation and coaching with a track record of early dispute resolution.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage a high‑volume, concurrent caseload.

Required skills

• In‑depth understanding of UK employment legislation.
• Expertise in handling redundancy, restructure and TUPE matters.
• Proficiency in mediation, facilitation and coaching techniques.
• Experience supporting Employment Tribunal claims.

What we offer

• Day rate of £280‑£300 (inside IR35).
• Fixed‑term three‑month contract.
• Remote (home‑based) working arrangement.