HR Business Partner

Location: Stirling (regular presence in SCRA Head Office based in Stirling and travel to other offices as necessary)
Contracts:   1 full time permanent
                        1 full time temporary to 30 September 2027
Full time: 35 hours
Salary: £50,914 to £56,204
Ref: EST1375/26

The Scottish Children’s Reporter Administration (SCRA) is an independent statutory body at the heart of the Children’s Hearings System, working alongside partners to protect Scotland’s most vulnerable children and young people. Rooted in SCRA’s Values of being supportive, child-centred, respectful and accountable, our culture is built on compassion, fairness and inclusion.

Our people are central to achieving our purpose and HR plays a strategic role in building an inclusive, capable and well‑supported workforce. Working across the organisation, HR ensures that people strategies, policies and practices align with organisational needs and reflect SCRA’s Values, inclusive standards and commitment to continuous improvement.

We have an excellent opportunity to join our HR Team as one of three HR Business Partners.  Supporting designated business areas, you will help shape and deliver people priorities in collaboration with managers and the trade union. You will contribute to workforce planning, establishment governance, wellbeing, performance and absence management, employee relations, recruitment, succession planning, reward and policy development. You will lead people-focused projects aligned to SCRA’s People Strategy. You will provide management of HR Officers and HR Assistants, supporting delivery of the HR Helpdesk, recruitment services and continuous improvement of the employee experience.

As with all roles at SCRA, you will be expected to demonstrate behaviours consistent with our Values and our Inclusive Standards and Behaviours Framework.

SCRA operates an agile working policy, with regular attendance at our Stirling office required. While regular presence in your contractual office base is expected, there is flexibility to work in a hybrid way in line with organisational needs.

About the Role

Key aspects of the role include:

• Providing high‑quality, evidence‑based HR advice that strengthens management capability, supports fair and consistent decision-making, and promotes a positive employee experience.
• Supporting the delivery of SCRA’s People Strategy, workforce planning and organisational change activity.
• Leading or contributing to key HR projects, including wellbeing initiatives, policy development, talent attraction, reward, employee relations and continuous improvement.
• Overseeing generalist activity delivered by HR Officers and HR Assistants, ensuring high‑quality HR operations, recruitment and helpdesk services.
• Champion inclusion, wellbeing and behaviours aligned with SCRA’s values and Inclusive Leadership Standards.

The role requires sound judgement, emotional intelligence, strong communication skills and the ability to balance strategic work with day‑to‑day partnering in a dynamic environment.

About You

You will bring:

• Chartered Membership (MCIPD) of the CIPD, at CIPD 7 qualification level.
• Degree or equivalent level qualification, and strong evidence of continuing professional development.
• Significant professional HR experience across key HR disciplines including workforce planning, employee relations, wellbeing, policy design, reward and talent attraction.
• Extensive experience partnering managers to provide expert employee relations support.
• Proven experience working in partnership with trade unions or staff associations.
• Proven ability to manage complex employee relations matters and to provide confident, informed guidance.
• Strong digital skills, including use of HR systems and data analytics.
• A values‑driven approach with the ability to quickly establish credibility, build relationships and influence constructively.
• Experience of trauma‑informed practice is desirable.

If you meet most of the essential criteria but are unsure whether you meet every point, we still encourage you to apply.

We Offer

SCRA is committed to supporting your professional growth, wellbeing and work-life balance. You will benefit from:

• Comprehensive learning and development opportunities
• An inclusive culture and supportive working environment
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• A competitive salary
• Comprehensive family‑friendly policies, including flexible working opportunities, to support employees at every stage of life

If you share our Values, this role offers a truly meaningful opportunity to contribute and support a positive future for children and young people across Scotland.

All SCRA posts are subject to a probation period of 6 months, or the term of the contract if shorter.

All posts are subject to PVG clearance by Disclosure Scotland.  It is normal practice to appoint at the minimum point of the salary scale.

Closing Date: Monday 20 April
Interviews: Wednesday 29 April

How to Apply

You can find more information by downloading the job description, person specification and application form which can be found at the bottom of this page, or by contacting Morna.sands@scra.gov.uk.

When completing your application, please clearly describe how you meet each of the essential and desirable criteria, and how your skills and qualities reflect SCRA’s Values and Inclusive Standards and Behaviours Framework, as outlined in the Person Specification.

Submit your completed application form and Inclusion & Diversity Monitoring form to recruitment@scra.gov.uk.

If you require adjustments or support during the selection process, please contact our HR Team at HR.Helpdesk@scra.gov.uk – we will be happy to assist.

At SCRA we are proud to be a socially inclusive employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds – regardless of sex, gender identity, gender reassignment, race, ethnic origin, age, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, disability and other factors such as care experience (e.g. experience in the care system), or socio-economic background.  We believe that diverse perspectives strengthen our work and help us better serve Scotland’s children and young people with compassion and integrity.

Job Description
Person Specification
Application Form
Inclusion & Diversity Monitoring Form