HR Manager

My client commands a fantastic reputation within the education sector and their need to appoint a versatile, projects driven, and strategically minded HR Manager presents a truly brilliant opportunity for a CIPD qualified HR professional. The purpose of this role is to oversee the whole employee lifecycle; providing advice and guidance to the Senior Leadership Team and ensuring that the organisation maintains its credible reputation as an attractive and forward-thinking employer. You will be outgoing, approachable and proactive in nature with previous exposure to the full generalist HR remit. There is line management responsibility of 3 individuals across HR and Payroll functions so the ability to act as an ambassador for both the team and the wider organisation is paramount.

Key Responsibilities:

• Advise and support the Senior Leadership Team and Line Managers on all HR issues.
• Responsible for the staffing budget and provide management information for annual staffing budgets.
• Manage the Single Central Register and all its associated compliance requirements and ensure that the relevant polices and regulations are up-to-date, and staff have the necessary training.
• Oversee the processes for external and internal recruitment and continually review contracts, policies and procedures to ensure that they are compliant.
• Oversee and monitor the administration of payroll, pension and benefits schemes.
• Undertake benchmarking of salaries and ensuring they are in line with legal requirements and industry standards.
• Develop, update and implement HR policies, plans and procedures.
• Maintain HR information systems and personnel records.
• Provide leadership and management of the HR and Payroll Department.
• Lead on the implementation of all GDPR requirements relating to the HR and Payroll Department.

Skills and Experience:

• Education to CIPD Level 7 or equivalent experience.
• Experience within the education sector is highly desirable.
• A strong level of knowledge and understanding across employment law, recruitment (desirable understanding of Safer Recruitment in Schools) and the implementation of policies.
• Use of ICT and HRIS Databases.
• Experience managing a team.
• Exceptional people skills with the ability to build strong relationships with all managers and staff.
• Outgoing and approachable in nature with a real drive for continuous improvement and high-quality service delivery from a HR perspective.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
  

If you are interested in finding out more about this opportunity, then please apply with your most up to date CV to Joanna Middleton or telephone for more information.