HR Manager

• Salary: £29,852 – £33,942
• Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
• Location: London
• Start Date: As soon as possible
• Apply by: 1 May 2025

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a HR Manager to become an integral member of a dynamic team, contributing significantly to the life chances of young individuals. This role is pivotal in delivering successful and compliant HR provision within an educational setting.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead the management of all HR, employment, and employee matters.
• Coach and support line managers to develop their people management skills across a range of HR activities.
• Oversee and manage staff absence procedures.
• Attend informal and formal employee relations meetings in an advisory capacity, supporting the meeting Chair.
• Manage the recruitment process for internal and external recruitment, liaising with senior leadership to develop job descriptions and person specifications to meet legislative requirements.
• Responsible for the management of payroll and pensions for directly employed staff.
• Ensure all staff (permanent, temporary, and casual) are paid in accordance with their agreed pay and conditions.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Educated to at least A-level standard (or equivalent).
• GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics.
• Experience in a Human Resources related environment.
• CIPD Level 3/5 qualification.
• Strong knowledge of employment law and key HR processes such as recruitment, appraisals, and absence management.
• Ability to use initiative to improve processes and to be creative and analytical in solving complex HR issues.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and deal sensitively with related issues/individuals with tact, diplomacy, and discretion.
• Ability to work quickly, methodically, and accurately under pressure and act flexibly to support others and respond to unplanned situations.

Benefits

• Professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Blue Light Card.
• Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (for teaching staff).
• An Employee Assistance Programme.
• Gym Discounts.
• Free eye tests.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Green car scheme.
• Being part of a great team and expanding organisation.

To apply for the HR Manager position, please apply below.