Overview
We are seeking a highly organised, discreet and proactive individual to join our school business team as an HR Officer. This is a pivotal role supporting the full employee lifecycle—from recruitment and onboarding to training, absence management and payroll coordination. The ideal candidate will have strong administrative skills, a good understanding of HR processes and a keen eye for detail, particularly regarding safeguarding and compliance requirements such as maintaining the Single Central Record. Excellent communication skills are essential, as you will liaise with staff at all levels, provide first-line HR advice, and act as a welfare contact for absent employees. Experience in a school or education setting is desirable, though not essential. You will be expected to handle confidential information with discretion and ensure the smooth and efficient running of the school's HR function in a fast-paced environment. Hours: 37 hours per week, 41 week per year.
Responsibilities
* Support the full employee lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, training, absence management and payroll coordination.
* Provide first-line HR advice and liaise with staff at all levels.
* Assist with safeguarding and compliance duties, including maintaining the Single Central Record.
* Handle confidential information with discretion and contribute to the smooth operation of the HR function in a fast-paced environment.
Requirements / Qualifications
* Strong administrative skills and a good understanding of HR processes.
* Attention to detail; experience with safeguarding/compliance duties preferred.
* Excellent communication skills capable of engaging staff at all levels.
* Experience in a school or education setting is desirable but not essential.
* Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
Working Hours
37 hours per week, 41 weeks per year.
Benefits
* Cycle-to-work scheme
* Employee assistance programme
* Discounted gym membership
* BHSF healthcare scheme
* Eyecare voucher scheme
* Flu vaccination vouchers
Visits
Prospective applicants are welcome to visit, and this can be arranged by telephoning 01283 216765.
To Apply
If you would like to discuss the role or have any other queries, please call 01283 216765 and ask to speak to the HR team.
Please note that we do not hold a sponsorship licence and, therefore, are unable to employ individuals residing outside of the UK or candidates living within the UK who require continued sponsorship to work in the UK.
To apply, please visit: https://www.granvilleacademy.co.uk/54/vacancies
Closing date: 9.00am on 18th September 2025.
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and this position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
All applicants must be able to provide documentation to prove their right to work in the UK.
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