Job Description
HR Manager
* Salary: £29,852 - £33,942
* Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
* Location: Newbury
* Start Date: As soon as possible
* Apply by: 1 May 2025
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a HR Manager to become an integral member of a dynamic team, contributing significantly to the life chances of young individuals. This role is pivotal in delivering successful and compliant HR provision within an educational setting.
Main Responsibilities
* Lead the management of all HR, employment, and employee matters.
* Coach and support line managers to develop their people management skills across a range of HR activities.
* Oversee and manage staff absence procedures.
* Attend informal and formal employee relations meetings in an advisory capacity, supporting the meeting Chair.
* Manage the recruitment process for internal and external recruitment, liaising with senior leadership to develop job descriptions and person specifications to meet legislative requirements.
* Responsible for the management of payroll and pensions for directly employed staff.
* Ensure all staff (permanent, temporary, and casual) are paid in accordance with their agreed pay and conditions.
Required Skills & Qualifications
* Educated to at least A-level standard (or equivalent).
* GCSE grade C/4 or above in English and Mathematics.
* Experience in a Human Resources related environment.
* CIPD Level 3/5 qualification.
* Strong knowledge of employment law and key HR processes such as recruitment, appraisals, and absence management.
* Ability to use initiative to improve processes and to be creative and analytical in solving complex HR issues.
* Ability to maintain confidentiality and deal sensitively with related issues/individuals with tact, diplomacy, and discretion.
* Ability to work quickly, methodically, and accurately under pressure and act flexibly to support others and respond to unplanned situations.
Benefits
* Professional development and career progression opportunities.
* Generous pension scheme.
* Blue Light Card.
* Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (for teaching staff).
* An Employee Assistance Programme.
* Gym Discounts.
* Free eye tests.
* Cycle to work scheme.
* Green car scheme.
* Being part of a great team and expanding organisation.
To apply for the HR Manager position, please apply below.