At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the development of a new HR and Payroll system for schools.
- Company: Join The Harbour Schools Partnership, dedicated to educational excellence.
- Benefits: Pro-rata salary, flexible hours, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth and a chance to impact children's futures.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in schools while developing your HR skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in HR processes and school administration is essential.
The predicted salary is between 26824 - 28598 £ per year.
Salary: NJC Grade D: £26,824 - £28,598 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked). Please note that the pro-rata salary for this role is between £8,485 (D8) and £9,046 (D12) gross per annum (subject to change depending on agreed working pattern on appointment).
Working Pattern: This is a fixed term maternity cover position working 13 hours per week, 41 weeks per year until September 2027. The Harbour Schools Partnership are looking for a HR System Development Officer to join the team from October 2026.
About the Role: The HR Systems Development Officer will support the implementation and development of The Harbour Schools Partnership's new HR and Payroll system by ensuring that HR processes, workflows and user functionality are configured effectively and meet the operational needs of schools and Harbour Support services. The postholder will act as a key link between end users, the software implementation team and People team, helping to design, test and refine HR workflows and processes, support system development, pilot new functionality and assist with training and roll out across the Trust. This role is particularly suited to an experienced school administrator with a good understanding of HR and payroll processes who can bring an end-user perspective to the development of the system.
What We're Looking For:
- Essential qualities include:
- Understanding of key HR processes including recruitment, onboarding, contractual changes and employee records
- Experience of supporting HR and/or payroll administration processes
- Understanding of payroll administration processes
- Desirable (but not essential):
- Experience of implementing new systems or processes
- Experience of testing new software or systems developments
- Understanding of NJC and education sector employment practices
If you’re passionate about supporting schools in helping children succeed across Devon, we’d love to hear from you. This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure. To apply for this role please submit your application online; your supporting statement should outline your suitability for the post. The closing date for applications is 12 noon on 11th September 2026, interviews will be held on 17th September 2026. Successful applicants will be subject to an online search. The Harbour Schools Partnership require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions, as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.
The Harbour Schools Partnership is an equal opportunities employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an enhanced disclosure is required for this post. Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available on the relevant school website.
Our Vision: Our vision is to deliver excellence through collaboration to realise the right of every child to flourish.
Our Values: The Harbour Schools Partnership believes that our values drive our behaviours which in turn create the culture of an organisation.
- Authenticity
- Trust
The Harbour Schools Partnership, a guiding light for education.
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Contact Details:
The Harbour Schools Partnership Recruitment Team
