Shape the future of our workforce as an HR Business Partner (Recruitment & Reward) – Maternity Cover, ideal for a strategic HR professional ready to drive talent, data insight, create impactful change and ensure excellence in safer recruitment practices across the organisation.
Who we are?
The Education Training Collective (Etc.) brings together Stockton Riverside College, Redcar and Cleveland College, Bede Sixth Form, NETA Training and Innersummit. We work collaboratively across the region to deliver exceptional education, skills and support across the Tees Valley and are proud to be rated Outstanding by Ofsted.
“ONE Etc – fuelling ambition and driving success in a resurgent Teesside and beyond.”
Join us as we grow, improve and push for even greater impact across the Tees Valley.
About the Role
We’re looking for a Human Resources Business Partner, Recruitment & Reward to join our Human Resources team reporting to our Group Head of Human Resources. Our Human Resources team is a fast-paced, high-impact function built on a strong sense of togetherness.
We thrive in a busy, dynamic environment where collaboration, continuous improvement and embracing change are at the heart of everything we do. It’s a hardworking team that supports each other, tackles challenges head-on and is committed to delivering the very best outcomes for our people and the group.
As HR Business Partner, Recruitment & Reward you will:
- Partner with leaders and managers to attract, retain and develop talent aligned to organisational needs
- Lead a high-quality, compliant recruitment service, including line management of the HR coordination and administration team, with a strong focus on candidate experience and safer recruitment practices, ensuring full compliance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and effective management of the Single Central Record (SCR).
- Develop policy and write reports for Senior Leadership Team
- Provide expert HR support across recruitment, reward, systems and the wider employee lifecycle
- Use data and insight to inform workforce planning and drive retention
- Lead HR projects and support organisational change to deliver strategic objectives, a key project for the next 12 months will be supporting the procurement and implementation of a new HR System for Payroll and Recruitment.
Who We’re Looking For
We are seeking a proactive, resilient HR professional, someone who can hit the ground running, ideally with experience in a sector which has regulatory requirements for compliance and safeguarding, such as education, social care or local government.
You’ll thrive in a fast-paced setting, build strong relationships at all levels and bring a strategic, data-driven approach to recruitment, reward and workforce planning. With a strong commitment to compliance, safeguarding and inclusion, you’ll be confident communicating at the highest levels, leading change, driving improvement and delivering high-quality HR support that enhances both colleague and organisational outcomes
We welcome interest from candidates seeking a secondment opportunity. Applications are encouraged from individuals working within organisations covered by the Local Government Modification Order, where a secondment arrangement can be supported and agreed by the employing organisation.
Why Join Us?
We are proud that 91% of our employees tell us that Etc. is a Great Place to Work. Here is a snapshot of what you can expect, for further information about all our benefits please see our employee benefits
- Generous annual leave entitlement (34-43 days per annum, depending on role and length of service) and up to 5 additional days leave at Christmas.
- Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with 14.2% Employer Contribution
- 2 Wellbeing days per year, paid days off that empower our employees to recharge, reflect or simply enjoy time as they choose- because your wellbeing matters.
- Access to a number of other employee benefits including, a comprehensive Health and Wellbeing programme, Virtual Online GP access 365 days per year, employee assistance programme, discounts at high street and online retailers, free on-site parking, plus many more.
- You will have the opportunity to work across our fantastic sites and make use of our modern facilities, including discounted or free access to one of our on‑site gyms (depending on location). We also offer a pro‑hybrid working model, giving you the flexibility to work from home for some of the week.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
As a public sector organisation, we value the diversity of the communities we serve and are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone feels a sense of belonging, respect and support. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences.
Schedule
- Flexibility with working hours and days – to be discussed at interview.
- Our core service hours are 8:30-4:30 (8:30-4:00pm on a Friday)
- We are open to discuss flexible options for the right candidate and reviewing how this will fit across the team and organisation demands.
Interested but would like more info?
We would love the chance to talk more about this great opportunity, so if you would like a chat, have any questions, please get in touch with our Group Head of HR, Rebecca Thompson [email protected]
Ready to Apply?
If you demonstrate a strong commitment to delivering exceptional support services, uphold the principles of inclusion, and wish to join an Outstanding college within a progressive and supportive group, we encourage you to apply.
The closing date for receipt of completed applications is midnight 26th July 2026.
Interview Date is expected to be Monday 3rd August 2026
Disclosure and Barring Service
Shortlisted candidates will be required to provide details of all unspent convictions and any convictions that are not eligible for filtering, prior to the interview date.
Successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS disclosure.
If you are unsure whether you need to disclose criminal information, you may wish to seek independent advice from:
- Visit Nacro | email [email protected] | call 0300 123 1999
- Visit Unlock | phone 01634 247350 | text 07824 113848
Further information on filtering and protected offences is available on the Ministry of Justice website
Equality, Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging (EDIB)
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and are proud to be a Disability Confident Committed employer. For more information, please see our EDIB policy
Right to Work in the UK
All applicants must provide valid proof of their right to work in the UK, in line with The Education Training Collective’s statutory employment checks. Employment cannot commence or continue unless this has been verified.
Visa Sponsorship
The Education Training Collective offers visa sponsorship only for a small number of specific roles, where it is considered appropriate and necessary to meet service needs. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and is not applicable to most roles.
Our recruitment principles are based on fairness, transparency, and a commitment to developing local talent. Sponsorship will only be offered where there is clear, evidenced justification, such as:
- Significant recruitment difficulties, or
- The need for specialist skills unavailable in the local labour market.
Where an individual cannot demonstrate a valid right to work in the UK, and visa sponsorship is not appropriate, justified, or approved, we will be unable to progress or continue the appointment. This includes situations where an existing employee’s visa expires and sponsorship is not granted.
Safeguarding
Safeguarding is a key priority for the Group. We have robust policies and systems in place to ensure a safe environment for learners and staff, including our responsibilities under the Prevent Duty.
To read more, please visit Safeguarding
Accuracy and Use of AI Tools:
You must ensure that anything submitted in your application is factually accurate. Plagiarism can include presenting the ideas and experience of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own. Whilst we accept candidates may use AI tools within job applications; submissions must be truthful and relevant to your own experience.
Applications
- CVs and late applications will not be accepted
- No agencies, please
- All applications must be completed via our website
