[ref. d20922502] Human Resources Manager Required
Hurst Lodge School is an independent co-educational day school dedicated to fostering a nurturing and dynamic learning environment for students aged 4-18. We pride ourselves on our close-knit community, strong pastoral care, and commitment to academic and personal development.
The Role:
We are seeking a proactive and experienced HR Manager to oversee all aspects of human resources within the school. This is a key leadership role, ensuring compliance with employment legislation, fostering a positive workplace culture, and supporting staff recruitment and development.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage all HR functions, including oversight of recruitment, onboarding, and staff retention.
- Ensure compliance with safeguarding, employment law, and school policies.
- Provide guidance on HR best practices, employee relations, and performance management.
- Assist the Finance Manager in areas of payroll administration
- Manage staff records in accordance with regulatory requirements.
- Work with the Principal to ensure appropriate training and professional development programmes are available for staff.
- Support school leadership with strategic HR planning and workforce development.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Proven experience in an HR managerial role, preferably within the education sector.
- CIPD qualification or equivalent HR-related accreditation.
- Strong knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
- Experience within the independent education sector would be advantageous.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a school environment and support a diverse workforce.
- A welcoming and supportive school community.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- The chance to make a meaningful impact in an independent school setting.
Hurst Lodge School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the young people in our care. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check as well as all checks that are required under our safer recruitment policy.