People Partner (Temporary to Cover Secondment) - Apply Now!
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Job Title
People Partner (Temporary to Cover Secondment)
Job Reference
CS1477F
Date Posted
16/06/2026
Application closing Date
13/07/2026
Proposed Interview Date
20 July 2026
Start Date
August/September 2026
Location
Lincoln
Salary
CSS Scale 7/8 i.e. £31,957 - £36,870 per annum
Contractual Hours
37.5
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a People Partner to join our People Services team on a 9 month fixed term contract or secondment.
Reporting to the Head of People Services, you'll play an important role in delivering a proactive, high quality people service across the organisation. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your HR career, broaden your experience and contribute to a positive, inclusive and high performing workplace culture.
Whether you're already working in a People Partner or HR Advisor role, or you're looking to take the next step in your HR career, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Be Doing
Working closely with managers and colleagues across the organisation, you will:
- Provide advice and guidance on a range of people matters, including employee relations, absence management, disciplinary and grievance processes.
- Support employee relations casework, with guidance and support where appropriate.
- Contribute to the delivery of key People Plan initiatives, including wellbeing, equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI), and leadership development.
- Champion a culture of wellbeing and inclusion across the organisation.
- Help ensure People policies, procedures and employment legislation are applied consistently and fairly.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues to continuously improve people practices and outcomes.
About You
We're looking for someone who:
- Has experience in a generalist HR/People role and is keen to continue developing their knowledge and skills.
- Has a good understanding of employment law and HR best practice, with the confidence to apply this in day-to-day situations.
- Enjoys building positive relationships and supporting managers with people matters.
- Has excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
- Holds, or is working towards, a CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent experience).
- Is passionate about creating positive, inclusive workplaces where people can thrive.
Experience within education or the public sector would be an advantage but is not essential.
Why Join Us?
This is a fantastic opportunity to:
- Develop your People expertise in a varied and rewarding role.
- Build your confidence across a broad range of HR activities.
- Gain exposure to People initiatives and organisational projects.
- Be part of a supportive, collaborative and experienced People Services team committed to helping you succeed.
Please view the Job Description and Person Specification to find out more about this exciting opportunity currently available.
As a Lincoln College Group employee, you'll have access to:
- 30 days' annual leave, plus the option to purchase additional leave each year.
- Up to 4 additional paid College efficiency closure days each year (where applicable), with no requirement to use your annual leave entitlement.
- "You Matter" perks platform.
- Wellbeing events calendar.
- Flexible/hybrid working options (including one working from home day per week).
- Royal London Pension Scheme.
- Access to Blue Light - Discounts for Teachers | Blue Light Card which gives exclusive discounts across various sectors, including retail, hospitality, entertainment, travel and more!
Interested?
Whether you're an experienced HR professional looking for a new challenge or someone ready to take the next step in your People career, we'd love to hear from you.
If you're CIPD qualified (or working towards it), passionate about supporting people and keen to continue developing your experience, we encourage you to apply.
Please ensure to upload/complete your Personal Statement and not a CV.
How to apply: Click the 'Apply Now' button and log in to our Jobs Portal
Contact Us: Please contact us if you require any further information regarding this vacancy or our recruitment process – [email protected]
Connect with Us: Samantha Crosby (Recruitment & Resourcing Coordinator) / Ayla Gezmis (Recruitment & Resourcing Coordinator)
Lincoln College is committed to the safeguarding of its learners and believes that safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is every employee’s responsibility. Further information can be found via the following link -www.lincolncollege.ac.uk/jobs/safer-recruitment/
On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement. We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward.
We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for similar positions.
