Human Resources Manager in Calne

Job Summary The HR Manager is responsible for a small team consisting of an HR Generalist, HR Administrator and Payroll Officer who together deliver the HR function across two schools and an on-site Sports Club. This on-site role oversees the day-to-day operation of HR practices, ensuring excellence across recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training and development, and compliance with employment legislation and school/Sports Club policies. The postholder plays a key role in supporting managers, enhancing HR processes, and contributing to a positive staff experience throughout the employee lifecycle. This is an on-site role. Key Responsibilities Leadership & Compliance

Leadership & Compliance

• Ensure all HR activity complies with statutory requirements, employment law, safeguarding expectations, and internal policies.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of employment legislation and best practice, advising the leadership team as needed.
• Lead, support, and develop the HR team, ensuring high-quality service delivery across all HR operations.

HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle

• Oversee and continuously improve HR processes across recruitment, onboarding, induction, performance, employee relations, welfare and exit procedures.
• Maintain accurate, compliant, and confidential staff records in line with data protection regulations.
• Support the COO in reviewing and updating HR policies, procedures, and internal practices.
• Provide comprehensive HR support and guidance to all line managers.

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Oversee and support the HR Generalist with the full recruitment cycle, ensuring efficient, inclusive, and effective processes that attract high-quality candidates.
• Oversee and support the HR Generalist with the maintenance of the School Central Register.
• Review vacancy details, job descriptions, and recruitment materials to ensure consistency and compliance.
• Review contracts, appointment letters, and accommodation licenses as needed.
• Support HR Administrator with employment checks, staff movements, and probation processes.
• Ensure all new staff receive a comprehensive and positive induction experience.

HR Systems & Process Improvement

• Support the ongoing transition from manual processes to the HRIS system.
• Support the implementation of the HRIS recruitment module and champion digital transformation across HR operations.
• Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and enhance service delivery.

Payroll, Pension and Benefits

• Provide support to the Payroll Officer as required, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing.
• Oversee the administration of staff pensions, ensuring compliance with auto-enrolment legislation and internal procedures.
• Support the Payroll Officer with pension-related queries, liaising with external pension providers where necessary.
• Ensure new starters receive clear information about pension scheme options and that leavers are provided with accurate pension-related documentation.

Staff Experience & Feedback

• Conduct exit interviews and collate feedback to support organisational learning and improvement.
• Contribute to wider HR projects and undertake ad hoc tasks as directed by the COO.
• Uphold the School values of curiosity, compassion, courage, and kindness.

Skills, Qualifications and Attributes

• CIPD Level 5 qualification (or Level 3 with 5+ years relevant experience).
• Proven experience leading and managing HR functions.
• Strong understanding of employment law and its practical application.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong administrative and organisational skills with high attention to detail.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage a busy and varied workload, remaining calm under pressure.
• High levels of tact, diplomacy, and discretion.

The closing date for applications is 30 September 2026.