We are looking to appoint an organised, proactive, and detail-oriented HR Officer to join our school within the central team.
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in supporting staff wellbeing and ensuring the efficient running of HR and payroll processes within a busy school environment.
Working closely with the School Business Manager, you will deliver a comprehensive HR administration service, supporting recruitment, payroll, employee relations, and compliance, while contributing to the overall ethos and success of the school.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide a high-quality HR administration service, including managing staff records, absence tracking, and HR documentation
- Oversee payroll administration, ensuring accurate and timely data submission
- Support recruitment processes, from advertising roles through to issuing contracts
- Coordinate DBS checks and maintain the Single Central Record in line with safeguarding requirements
- Act as the first point of contact for HR queries, providing advice and escalating where necessary
- Analyse absence data and produce reports for senior leadership
- Support employee relations processes and meetings
- Assist with induction of new staff members
- Maintain accurate electronic personnel records and ensure GDPR compliance
- Ensure school policies are up to date and distributed appropriately
- Contribute to safeguarding, equality, and wellbeing across the school
