Empowering Schools, Elevating Excellence!
At HR&OD we understand that schools, academies and universities need flexible, expert support to manage HR, finance, payroll, contracts and conflict—all without long‑term commitments. Our Education Solutions provide bespoke services designed to relieve your administrative burdens, help you maintain compliance, and strengthen institutional resilience.
SBM Support
Access knowledgeable SBM or bursar-level assistance exactly when you need it. Whether it’s budget planning, cash-flow forecasts, governor reporting, procurement, or payroll reconciliation, our specialists step in to deliver immediate impact and continuity—ideal for covering staff absences, supporting senior leadership teams, or providing long‑term cover.
Finance training
Enhance the financial capability of your leadership team. We deliver tailored training focused on school finance fundamentals, such as budget monitoring, reconciliations, forecasting, audit processes and financial statement preparation. Courses are available publicly or bespoke on-site, keeping your governors, SBM or senior leaders confident in managing financial responsibilities.
TTO Annual leave miscalculations
Ensure your leave calculations meet NJC Green Book regulations. We provide expert guidance on calculating leave for term‑time only staff, ensuring accurate annual leave entitlements. Avoid costly errors and compliance issues with our enter‑key finance support.
hr support
Get access to experienced HR guidance without binding agreements.
Support includes a dedicated helpline identifying issues promptly—advice typically delivered within eight working hours using tailored templates and reminders for hearings or critical dates.
Education-Focused HR Consultancy & Contract Bundles
When you require strategic support or legally compliant documentation:
- HR Consultancy: Receive tailored advice on restructures, TUPE, organisation change, employment law compliance, risk assessments and stakeholder management. Flexible, pay‑as‑you‑use support from expert consultants—no hidden fees.
- Contract Bundles: Save time and reduce risk with professionally drafted, customisable employment contracts and amendment letters. Ensures compliance and clarity for new roles, promotions and contractual changes—priced per contract.
Extended HR Support & Mediation
Extended HR Support: Ideal for small schools or academies without sufficient internal capacity. At an hourly rate, we provide impartial support through investigations, grievance or disciplinary processes and complex HR situations—maintaining best practice and protecting your reputation.
Mediation Services: Early resolution of internal conflict in a neutral, structured setting. Our one‑day mediation offers impartial facilitation at an affordable rate—helping restore team harmony and prevent escalation.
Payroll Services for Education Settings
Handle payroll with confidence. Using the cloud‑based IRIS platform, we help transfer and manage payroll activities—starters, leavers, contract changes, overtime—with flexible access controls.
Our service includes onboarding, training, and separate pricing:
- £5.00 plus VAT per payslip (fixed for two years under a two‑year contract)
- £1.00 per P45/doc production
- HMRC reporting, LGPS iConnect, Teacher’s Pension submissions
- Onboarding packs, Service Level Agreements, and 90‑day cancellation terms
How to Get Started
No lengthy contracts or upfront commitments.
Start with a call, online meeting or email to explore the right mix of services to match your school’s needs.
Whether you’re seeking quick support for a temporary gap or comprehensive coverage across HR, finance and payroll—HR&OD gives you the capability you need to lead with confidence.
Why HR&OD?
- Tailored and Flexible: Services scale to your needs with no binding subscriptions.
- Deep Sector Experience: We understand education-specific policy, compliance, and governance.
- Practical, Personal: You get real‑world expertise and support when you need it.
- Local & Trustworthy: Based in Sleaford, supporting schools across the UK with honesty, reliability and objectivity.