via indeed · 3 June 2026 ·10 days ago

Part time People Advisor

John Whitgift Foundation
Croydon Part-time Remote
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Part Time People Advisor
Salary: Up to £45,000 FTE (dependent on skills and experience)
Location: Croydon
Hours: Permanent, Part Time \- working up to 22 hours per week, Monday to Thursday. Working pattern can be discussed at interview.
Working Pattern: Hybrid working: two/three days in the office and one day working remotely, with Wednesday as the designated anchor day.

We are seeking a proactive and approachable People Advisor to join our dedicated People team on a part‑time basis.

In this role, you will provide day‑to‑day HR support across our schools, care homes, and head office, helping managers and colleagues navigate a wide range of HR queries and processes. This role is perfect for someone who enjoys a mix of operational HR work and strategic input. You will play a key role in delivering a high‑quality, responsive HR service, from employee relations, wellbeing and policy work to benefits and people data. You will help drive positive outcomes for the organisation while ensuring that our people practices remain fair, consistent, legally compliant and aligned with the Foundation’s goals.

We are looking for someone with strong communication skills, a solution‑focused approach, and the ability and aptitude to support a diverse workforce across multiple settings. In return, we offer a collaborative working environment where your contribution will have real impact.

About You

  • Ideally CIPD‑qualified, or educated to degree level (or equivalent experience) in HR, business, or management.

  • Experience in an HR/People advisory role.

  • Excellent knowledge of employment law.

  • Highly organised, disciplined, and able to prioritise a fluctuating workload effectively.

  • Strong written and verbal communication skills across all levels of staff.

  • Pragmatic, with the ability to find creative and practical solutions.

  • Professionally curious and committed to continuous improvement.

  • High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
All our staff benefit from a competitive remuneration package, including:
  • 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

  • Company Pension. This scheme includes 3 x salary life assurance cover.

  • Free access to an employee discount Club, which offers discounted rates on a range of products and services, including insurance, holidays and travel, fashion and retail

  • Membership of the Bupa cash plan scheme, which gives financial support towards the cost of optical, dental, and medical costs.

  • A range of family\-friendly benefits including enhanced maternity pay.

  • Season ticket loan
The closing date for applications is 12 June 2026\. The application window may close earlier than advertised if sufficient applications are received, therefore we encourage early applications.

Job Types: Permanent, Part\-time

Pay: Up to £45,000\.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Company pension

  • Cycle to work scheme

  • Employee discount

  • Health \& wellbeing programme

  • Work from home
Application question(s):
  • Are you CIPD qualified or educated to degree level (or equivalent experience) in HR, business, or management?

  • Do you have experience in an HR/People advisory role?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Croydon CR0 1LA

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