Human Resources Business Partner

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Job Title:

Human Resources Business Partner
Department:
Human Resources
Contract Type:
Temporary

Start Date:

Monday 26 January 2026
End Date:
Thursday 30 April 2026

Hours:

37 hours per week
Working Pattern:
Monday to Friday (09:00 - 17:00)
Dress Code:
Business Casual
Pay Rates (Hourly)
 
PAYE: £21.13
LTD: £26.83

 Purpose of the Role
To assist in the provision of a comprehensive human resources service to council directorates, schools, and external bodies as required. The role will support senior leaders and managers by providing high-quality, professional HR advice during a period of organisational change and transformation.
 
About the Role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a temporary Human Resources Business Partner to support the Operational HR Team whilst a transformation programme is being delivered. You will work closely with senior stakeholders to ensure effective people management, compliance with employment legislation, and consistent application of HR policies and procedures.

Key Responsibilities
 
Support Heads of Service, Head Teachers, and Senior Managers on all aspects of human resource management, including:  
Absence and capability management
Disciplinary and grievance procedures
Workforce planning
Managing workforce change, including organisational change, redundancy, and redeployment
Application of national and local terms and conditions, including job grading   
Assist in training and mentoring line managers to enable effective and "right first time" employment decisions
Provide professional HR advice on recruitment, employment matters, and terms and conditions
Undertake research and analysis to support directorate-based HR and organisational development projects
Contribute to HR project work and policy development activities as required
Promote and implement the organisation's Equality Policy across all areas of work
Support the maintenance of a healthy, safe, and secure working environment, adhering to all relevant policies and procedures  About You
 
Proven experience in an HR Business Partner or senior HR advisory role
Strong knowledge of employment law, HR policy, and best practice
Confident advising senior leaders on complex and sensitive HR matters
Experience supporting organisational change and transformation
Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills
Local government or public sector experience is highly desirable