HR & Recruitment Officer in Bury

We are seeking a motivated and detail‑oriented Recruitment Officer to provide a high‑quality recruitment and onboarding service across the Trust. The successful candidate will support the full recruitment lifecycle, from developing job descriptions and advertising vacancies through to onboarding and compliance checks, ensuring all processes are completed efficiently and in line with safer recruitment requirements.

Working closely with schools, managers, and the wider HR team, the Recruitment Officer will provide expert administrative support, maintain recruitment records and trackers, coordinate pre‑employment checks, and support managers with a range of HR processes. The role requires excellent communication, organisational skills, and a customer‑focused approach to deliver an effective and professional service to both candidates and stakeholders.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator or someone looking to develop a career in Human Resources, Recruitment, or People Services within a busy and supportive education environment.

Why join Oak Learning Partnership

Oak Learning Partnership is a highly inclusive, values‑led Trust, committed to transforming lives through aspirational education and strong relational practice. Our staff work collaboratively across phases – primary, secondary and special – to deliver high‑quality provision that places inclusion at the heart of everything we do. We are looking for a colleague who shares the clear vision that the child is at the heart of everything we do. One who can enjoy positive, professional relationships with young people and who demonstrates high levels of resilience and emotional intelligence. Every child is entitled to an outstanding education where they have excellent opportunities to achieve beyond their potential. We strive to develop the aspirations and values of every student and member of staff. We are laying strong foundations for growth and have a clear vision for the trust. This role is a key part of our growth strategy and could be an excellent opportunity for the right candidate ready for their next step.

We are a values‑driven organisation, are highly ambitious, passionate about doing things with integrity whilst maintaining a good sense of humour. We would be happy to arrange a visit to the Trust Central Office, where we can discuss with you the importance of the school within the local community and how, by working with us, you can be part of the team that builds on the past, ensures performance in the present and prepares the students for their future successes.

Our Employee Benefits

• Enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution
• Excellent Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
• A strong and caring ethos among staff and students
• Networking opportunities across our trust
• Salary sacrifices cycle to work scheme
• Healthcare plan through Medicash – a health cash plan providing cashback towards everyday healthcare bills, with digital and virtual tools to protect and improve wellbeing; 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme providing emotional, financial and legal support to you and your family
• Health and Wellbeing through Medicash with access to a 24/7 Telephone Support Service and Face‑to‑Face counselling service

Application

To apply please follow the link: Application Link. We reserve the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date of the advertisement, should we identify an appropriate candidate. For further information about the role please email us at hr@oaklp.co.uk.

Oak Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in their care and expects everybody working for the organisation to share this commitment. To this end any offer of employment will be subject to safer recruitment checks and clearances. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check as part of the Trust's safer recruitment procedures. This requirement applies irrespective of any existing DBS certificate held through the DBS Update Service.