A prestigious independent school in London is seeking a highly skilled HR Manager to join the Senior Support Team from January 2026. This is a full-time, permanent position overseeing the full HR lifecycle and supporting approximately 250 staff across teaching and support roles. Key Details • Role: HR Manager • School: Independent (3–18), London • Start: January 2026 • Suitability: CIPD Level 5 desirable • Line Management: HR Officers & Recruitment Coordinator About the School The school is renowned for academic excellence, outstanding pastoral provision, and a strong professional culture. With modern facilities, a large staff team, and a forward-thinking leadership structure, the HR function plays a central role in supporting strategic development, compliance, and wellbeing. Staff benefit from collaborative departments, access to training, and a highly supportive senior leadership team. The Role – What You’ll Do • Lead recruitment, onboarding, HR compliance, and safer recruitment checks. • Manage employee relations, performance processes, and staff wellbeing initiatives. • Oversee HRIS systems, payroll liaison, and workforce planning. • Ensure compliance with KCSIE, safeguarding regulations, and employment law. • Support SLT with policy development, change management, and HR strategy. • Provide guidance to line managers on HR matters across the school. Person Specification • CIPD Level 5 or above (Level 7 advantageous). • Strong HR management experience, ideally in education or regulated settings. • Excellent understanding of safer recruitment and employment law. • Strong communication, diplomacy, and organisational skills. • Commitment to safeguarding and professional integrity. Salary & Benefits • Competitive independent school salary • Pension scheme, CPD, wellbeing programmes, on-site facilities Safeguarding Appointment subject to enhanced DBS, references, and online checks. How to Apply Please send your CV and a covering note expressing your interest.