HR Advisor at Coastland College

About the role

Help us shape the future of people & culture at Coastland College. At Coastland College, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As we continue to expand and strengthen our College, we’re investing in our people as the foundation of our success, nurturing creativity, wellbeing, and innovation to deliver a transformative student experience that empowers every individual to thrive.

We are excited to announce three new roles within our People (HR) Team that reflect our commitment to building a workplace where talent thrives, innovation is encouraged, and every voice matters.

• People (HR) Advisor
• People (HR) Coordinator
• People (HR) Administrator

These positions are more than jobs, they’re part of our promise to nurture a culture of trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement. The People Team’s mission is to make Coastland College an exceptional place to work; a place where colleagues feel valued, supported, and inspired to achieve both personal and professional fulfilment.

If you’re passionate about people and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you.

Coastland College is a General Further Education College spread across two campuses – one situated on the stunning Jurassic coastline in Weymouth and the other on a beautiful 18th Century Estate near the market town of Dorchester.

As a newly united organisation, we’re bringing together the best of both Weymouth College and Kingston Maurward College to create an even stronger learning experience, with enhanced resources, a broader range of courses and industry-standard facilities.

We are Connected | We are Courageous | We are Dynamic | We are Empowering | We are Welcoming.

With our combined expertise and resources, Coastland College is now one of the most dynamic and versatile further education providers in the region. From A-Levels to vocational courses and land-based studies to Apprenticeships, we have one purpose: to inspire our students and apprentices for individual success beyond expectation, ensuring that they are future‑ready and prepared for today and tomorrow’s world.

Our supportive and dedicated community of staff place our students at the heart of everything they do, ensuring every learner thrives.

• Generous annual leave entitlement of 25 holiday days, plus bank holidays (pro‑rata for part time roles) increasing by one additional day for each completed year of service, up to a maximum of 30 days after five years of continuous service
• Additional efficiency closure days over the winter and Easter break
• Generous Pension Scheme through the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Access to Care First – our FREE confidential emotional support and practical advice scheme
• Dedicated CPD learning days to support learning and development
• Family friendly policies
• Free on‑site parking
• Free on‑site gym
• Employee discounts at on‑site facilities such as Signature Hair & Beauty Salon, The Avenue Restaurant and The Bay Theatre
• Wide range of Health and Wellbeing initiatives to support staff including Corporate Eyecare voucher scheme and free and confidential staff counselling

The People Advisor plays a pivotal role in delivering proactive, high‑quality HR support across the college. Work collaboratively with all colleagues to uphold and maintain the highest standards to ensure everyone is effectively supported to achieve excellence in their roles. Acting as a strategic advisor and operational lead, the role supports workforce planning, employee relations, staff development and organisational change. The People Advisor ensures HR practices align with college values, safeguarding responsibilities and sector regulations.

Work Location

Coastland College, Weymouth Campus with travel to Kingston Maurward campus when required.

Hours of Work

37 hours per week, Permanent: 08:30 to 17:00 Monday to Thursday, 08:30 to 16:30 on Friday.

• Build strong relationships with department leaders to understand workforce needs and deliver tailored HR solutions
• Support organisational development initiatives, including restructures, change management and succession planning
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