Trainee Human Resources Advisor - Fylde Coast Academy Trust
Academy: Fylde Coast Academy Trust 
Contract: Temporary 
Salary: NJC Pay Scale, Grade E, Points 16-17 
Closing date for applications:
20 April 2026, 9.00am
Trainee Human Resources Advisor
Salary: Grade E, points 16-17 on the NJC Pay Scale (currently £30,519 - £31,022 dependent on experience)
Contract: Fixed-term for 2 years from start date, Full time (37 hours per week), Full Year
Start Date: As soon as possible
Are you looking for a great opportunity to progress in your chosen HR career in the education sector?
At FCAT we’re offering a fantastic opportunity of a 2 year trainee role to work towards becoming an experienced and CIPD qualified HR Advisor.
The Fylde Coast Academy Trust (FCAT) is a Multi Academy Trust with teaching and support staff across 10 schools (primary, secondary and all-through schools) and our central services team. We have 6,000 students and around 900 employees across our trust. By joining FCAT, you will become part of a supportive and collaborative team and support our mission to ensure excellent teaching, learning and leadership; so pupils and colleagues can be the best we can be!
The role
In this role you will be supported to develop the knowledge, skills, experience and confidence to become a successful HR Advisor; through a personalised development plan including on the job training and coaching in a supportive team. We will also fully fund your CIPD professional qualification which you will complete alongside to support your progress.
You will join the HR team including Head of HR, HR Business Partners and HR Officer who will support your development. We have successfully delivered 4 traineeships in recent years with colleagues successfully securing internal and external promotions as a result of this.
Our HR team is well-regarded and supports the effective running of our schools and trust. As part of this team, you will have the opportunity to be directly involved in the design and delivery of HR operations and strategy, including new policies, procedures and initiatives that continually enhance the HR service.
What will you deliver
You will be supported to quickly build strong relationships with managers and staff to successfully advise and resolve issues. You will have a solid focus on ensuring that your work adds value and makes a positive impact providing:
- Expert advice to managers on day to day queries on terms and conditions of employment, HR policies and procedures and best practice human resource management and development.
- Supporting managers in effectively and efficiently managing all employee relations matters e.g. staff attendance, capability, disciplinary, grievance, flexible working, special leave etc. in line with legislation and policy, within a reasonable timeline and to an appropriate resolution.
What you need to succeed
- Supportive and positive team member;
- Strong attention to detail;
- Ability to build strong and effective working relationships;
- Responsive to feedback;
- Enthusiastic and committed to your growth and development as a HR professional;
- Work with integrity, confidence, resilience and initiative;
- Organisational skills, drive and determination to provide excellence in all you do.
What we can offer you:
- 26 days annual leave + bank holidays
- Hybrid working
- CIPD professional development opportunities
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with generous employer contributions above 15%.
- Annual automatic pay progression within grade
- Access to free health support services via an App for all staff to access online GP appointments, physiotherapy, counselling, CBT, stress and anxiety coaching as well as advice on health, finance, legal matters.
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free annual flu vaccine and free eye tests
- Childcare voucher scheme
- Commitment to our Team FCAT Work and Wellbeing Charter
To apply for this post please visit our website and complete the online application form and equal opportunities form at www.fcat.org.uk/job-vacancies
Closing time and date for applications is 9am on Monday 20th April 2026
Shortlisting is Tuesday 21st April 2026
Recruitment Day is Friday 24th April 2026
For any questions regarding the vacancy please contact Laura Ferris, Head of HR, at laura.ferris@.fcat.org.uk
The Fylde Coast Academy Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all as well as safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners, staff and visitors. All staff are carefully selected using recruitment and selection procedures that comply with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Following shortlisting this may include an online search and following an offer an enhanced DBS clearance.
Interview Date: 24 April 2026
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