A busy and ambitious educational trust is seeking a Human Resources Officer to support HR operations across two academy sites. This is a great opportunity for an organised, proactive HR professional looking to take ownership of core HR processes within a supportive team. The successful candidate will be the sole HR Officer, so practical HR experience is essential. CIPD Level 3 or Level 5 is desirable, but hands-on experience is more important. Full training on internal policies, procedures and systems will be provided. The trust is committed to safeguarding children; all appointments are subject to enhanced DBS and health checks.
HR Officer - Key Responsibilities
- Maintain accurate and confidential HR records (EDUPAY).
- Support employee relations processes (disciplinary, grievance, probation, performance).
- Prepare and update employee contract documentation.
- Implement HR policies including conduct, sickness, absence and recruitment.
- Maintain recruitment documentation and administer starter/leaver processes.
- Support onboarding in line with Safer Recruitment requirements.
HR Officer - Benefits
- Free tea, coffee, toast every morning, and fruit on Fridays.
- Free on-site car parking.
- £250 referral scheme.
- Professional development funding.
- Pro internal promotions.
- Generous pension contribution.
- Free flu jabs, eye tests, and well being support.
- Access to fitness suite.
- Reduced nursery fees.
- Employee Savings and discounts.
- Long Service Award, increasing holiday to 27 days at 5 years.
- Staff social events
- Centralised HR, finance, and payroll all on site.
- Annual performance-based salary increments.
HR Officer - Hours
- You will work 41 weeks in Term Time and 2 Weeks outside of term time per year. Working Hours are 37 hours per week. Monday to Thursday 8am to 4pm and Fridays 8am-3.30pm. Based on the actual salary of £27,938 and 37 hours a week for 41 weeks in term time and 2 weeks outside of term time, it works out at £17.56 per hour, plus you get the big benefit of only working 43 weeks a year!
HR Officer - Requirements
- 5 or more GCSE (or equivalent), including Mathematics and English
- CIPD 3 or similar qualification in HR
- Experience of HR functions within a large organisation
- Knowledge of employment law
- Knowledge and experience of using Information Systems (MIS) in education or another environment
- Excellent IT skills, including use of spreadsheets
- Calm, professional and confident dealing with people at all levels.
- Highly organised, able to prioritise and work independently.
Apply now, we look forward to hearing from you.
