Permanent Part Time Job Opportunity
HR Manager (Part-Time) – Education Sector
Ashton-under-Lyne, Tameside
Part-time (15 hours per week), term time plus two weeks - can be flexible on days
Hours - 8.30am to 4.30pm - no flexibility on the working times
£12,000 – £15,000 per annum for 15 hours per week (FTE £30,000 - £37,500K)
Fully Office Based - no hybrid
Are you an experienced HR professional looking for a flexible, rewarding role in the education sector?
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established independent school for a part-time HR Manager to join their team and lead on all aspects of HR compliance and operations.
About the Role
As HR Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the school’s HR function. This is a varied and hands-on position where you’ll manage recruitment, safeguarding checks, employee relations, and HR compliance in line with UK employment law and statutory guidance.
Key Responsibilities
Oversee HR operations, including contracts, personnel files, and compliance with employment law and safeguarding requirements.
Manage the full recruitment cycle, from advertising roles to onboarding new staff.
Maintain accurate HR records and the Single Central Record (SCR).
Provide professional HR advice on policies, performance, and employee relations.
Monitor attendance and absence, including sickness management processes.
Develop and update HR policies and ensure staff awareness.
Coordinate staff training and development, including mandatory safeguarding training.
Support payroll processes and maintain HR systems.What We’re Looking For
Proven HR experience, ideally within education or a regulated environment.
Strong knowledge of UK employment law and safer recruitment practices.
Excellent organisational and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and proactively in a small team setting.
CIPD qualification Level 5 (or working towards) is desirable.Why Apply?
Flexible part-time hours (ideal for work-life balance).
Opportunity to make a real impact in a supportive educational environment.
Term-time working pattern.This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and adherence to safeguarding regulations.
To discuss the role in more detail and review a job description please call Ruth on (phone number removed) or email (url removed) today.
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