HR Manager
Office based - 12mth FTC (potentially longer)
Our client is looking to recruit an HR Professional within education. This is a rewarding opportunity for an HR professional who is passionate about supporting staff, strengthening workplace culture and helping to improve outcomes for children with special educational needs. The HR Manager will work closely with school leaders and governors to lead all aspects of people management, compliance and staff support.
Day-to-day of the role
- Lead and manage all HR functions across the school, ensuring a consistent and professional service.
- Provide practical advice and guidance to leaders and managers on employee relations, attendance, performance and people-related matters.
- Oversee recruitment and onboarding processes, ensuring full compliance with safer recruitment requirements.
- Support staff wellbeing initiatives and help foster a positive, inclusive and supportive working environment.
- Maintain accurate HR records and ensure compliance with employment legislation and education sector requirements.
- Review, develop and implement HR policies and procedures in line with current best practice.
- Liaise with external HR advisers, occupational health providers and other agencies where required.
- Work closely with the Headteacher, Senior Leadership Team and Governors to support school improvement through effective people management.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Relevant HR qualification, with CIPD Level 5 or above desirable.
- Proven experience managing HR functions and employee relations matters.
- Strong interpersonal, organisational and communication skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
- Solution-focused approach with excellent attention to detail.
- Good understanding of safeguarding, compliance and safer recruitment practices.
- Ability to build positive working relationships across all levels of the organisation.
- Commitment to inclusion and supporting a specialist educational environment.
