We are delighted to be partnering with a wonderful school in Reading to recruit a Head of HR! Responsible for all HR matters, providing crucial support and guidance to the schools dedicated staff. We're seeking a proactive and compassionate individual with strong professional expertise. Job Purpose: Reporting to the Head, you'll provide specialist HR advice on people management, recruitment, and regulatory issues. A deep understanding of safeguarding and confidentiality is advantageous, alongside exceptional organisational and interpersonal skills. Key Responsibilities: Recruitment: Lead end-to-end recruitment, ensuring safer practices (DfE guidance, KCSIE), manage SCR, and conduct thorough pre-employment checks. Employee Relations: Advise on complex HR matters, manage casework (performance, discipline, absence), and support change management. Policies & Practice: Develop and review HR policies, ensuring legal compliance and best practice. HR Administration: Maintain accurate staff records (GDPR, ISI), manage HR systems (Every HR/ISAMS), and oversee leave and absence processes. Professional Development: Support the PDR process and coordinate training initiatives. Team management: Managing a small team of 2 in HRQualifications & Experience: HR Qualification (ideally CIPD Level 7) or equivalent experience. Significant HR experience, ideally within a regulated environment (school advantageous). Strong knowledge of current emp...