People Operations Advisor

About the role

Our People Operations Team have a busy and exciting year ahead. In 2025 we will be procuring and implementing a new HR Information System, pressing ahead on multiple projects to support our colleagues in building their skills in delivering excellent teaching to our students as well as supporting the whole College in developing our new Strategic Plan with a particular focus on our organisational culture and values.

We need an experienced People Operations Advisor to join our team, delivering HR advice and guidance to colleagues across our College and with particular responsibility for our North Kensington Centre for Skills. You will have experience of working as a generalist, supporting managers through formal HR processes, providing HR advice and have responsibility for day to day matters within your "patch". There are also lots of opportunities for project work to develop your skills and interests and to support career progression.

About Morley College 

Morley College London provides a wide range of learning opportunities, from our creches for the children of our students, through 16 -19 education into adult short and qualification courses. Whether your interest is in business skills, languages, performance, visual arts or music, Morley has something for you.

Our North Kensington Centre has recently been refurbished, providing state-of-the-art classrooms, workshops and studios for our students ranging from courses for 16-19 year olds to adult qualifications to short courses in creative areas like jewellery, glass and ceramics.

We also have excellent partnerships with various local organisations , including the Grenfell Community, Portobello Business Centre, the National Theatre, the National Trust and the Natural History Museum. These partnerships support our creative, innovative and engaging approach to learning and root us firmly to serving our local communities.

We are looking for someone that understands person focused HR practice, has excellent communication skills and is thorough and diligent in their work.

As well as joining a creative, innovative leading London College focused on social justice and providing excellent teaching and learning opportunities for all, there are plenty of other rewards for working at Morley College London: 

• Generous annual leave allowance (30 days) plus Bank Holidays 

• Christmas closure period 

• Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions 

• Access to an employee retail savings platform, offering significant discounts at most major retailers 

• 100% discount on the cost of undertaking an unaccredited Morley course of your choice 

• Season ticket loans and cycle to work scheme 

• On site cafeterias 

• A busy events calendar, offering you the chance to attend regular Morley creative exhibitions, student awards, dances, concerts and more 

• A lovely work environment, surrounded by creative arts, music and friendly, helpful colleagues 

How to Apply

Closing date: Friday 24th January 2025 at 5pm

Interview date: Week commencing 3rd February 2025

Please download the job description and application form below. Please email your application to recruitment@morleycollege.ac.uk

Please note that applicants should apply using the application form and CVs will not be considered. We are happy to accept applications in alternative formats from applicants, who, for reasons of disability, may find it difficult to fill in our standard form. Please contact the People Operations team by e-mail at recruitment@morleycollege.ac.uk  for further details. If you wish to apply for more than one job you will need to complete a separate application form for each position.

Important information 

Morley College London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children at all times. As such we undertake safeguarding checks on the suitability of all prospective staff, including their online presence and social media accounts. It is a requirement that all successful candidates disclose all social media platform accounts that they hold.

Morley College London is an Equal Opportunities employer. The College aims to reflect the diverse community it serves and welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds.