2 x Hub HR Officers - Xavier Catholic Education Trust

Xavier Catholic Education Trust; Chertsey; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established multi-academy trust is seeking two dedicated Hub HR Officers to enhance their HR capacity. This role offers an exciting opportunity to support a range of schools in their recruitment and development efforts. Ideal candidates will possess relevant HR qualifications and a commitment to the Catholic ethos. You will be responsible for providing HR advice, managing systems, and liaising with school leaders. Join a dynamic team focused on fostering a supportive educational environment and making a positive impact on students' lives. If you're passionate about HR and education, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Relevant HR qualification, ideally CIPD level 3 or above.
• Experience in HR either within an educational setting or as an HR generalist.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR advice and support to schools within the Trust.
• Manage HR systems within statutory regulations and XCET policy.

Skills

HR Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Attention to Detail

Flexibility

Education

CIPD Level 3 or above

Relevant HR Qualification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

• 2 x Hub HR Officers - Xavier Catholic Education Trust

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2 x Hub HR Officers - Xavier Catholic Education Trust

2 x Hub HR Officers - Xavier Catholic Education Trust

Redhill Hub HR Officer - Based in one of our Epsom and Redhill Schools (St. Francis or St. Joseph's) - (to be discussed at interview).

Woking/Weybridge Hub HR Officer - Based centrally in Chertsey with regular visits to the individual schools.

Salary: Starting on PS 7 (FTE £32,512 - £34,654), depending on experience.
Hours: 28 - 36 hours per week (to be discussed at interview), 42 weeks per year.

• Are you looking for an exciting opportunity to develop your career in a well-established, forward thinking and dynamic Multi Academy Trust?
• Do you want to take your HR experience to the next level and support a range of catholic schools in their recruitment and development of outstanding and highly motivated staff ?
• Do you thrive when solving problems, researching solutions and applying your knowledge and best practice?

If the answer is yes, then this role may be just what you are looking for.

Xavier Catholic Education Trust is seeking two unique individuals to join their HR team and become the HR Officer for a number of schools within a designated Hub. These are new roles to extend our HR capacity as a result of the Trusts' growth and restructure. The HR Officer, supported by the HR Director/HR Manager, will provide HR advice and support, and manage HR systems within statutory regulations and XCET policy, to enable the efficient functioning of the schools assigned to them. The HR Officer will liaise with Headteachers, Central Finance Managers and the Central Team.

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Relevant HR qualification, ideally CIPD level 3 or above or able to evidence knowledge and understanding of HR through experience in HR. Willingness to study for a relevant professional qualification if appropriate.
  
• Commitment to the Catholic ethos and education of young people.
  
• The ability to be both organised and flexible, responsive to change and able to give professional advice in a clear and concise way.
  
• Strong commitment to team success, focused on working together to support the central team and schools within the Trust.
  
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy in administration with experience in the use of HR systems and IT packages such as Word, Excel.
  
• Experience of working in HR either within an educational setting or as an HR generalist.
  
• Excellent communication skills and a positive attitude.

Xavier Catholic Education Trust

The Xavier Catholic Education Trust (XCET) is a Surrey based, Catholic Trust currently made up of three secondary schools and Sixteen primary schools. The Xavier Catholic Education Trust is a dynamic, highly effective trust of successful schools providing the children in our care with the best possible education within a caring and supportive Catholic ethos.

We support the spiritual, moral, social, cultural and physical development of each child, as well as maximising progress, achievement and attainment to ensure their intellectual growth and to fulfil their potential.

The Xavier Catholic Education Trust also leads the Teach SouthEast partnership and is a Teaching School Hub.

Our mission is to provide an outstanding Catholic education for all the children in our schools. We follow the example and teachings of Christ and everything we do will be inspired by gospel values. We strive for excellence in all areas of our work and cherish every child in our care.

The Central team supports the schools across a wide spectrum of areas including Finance, HR, Estates, communication, Teaching & Learning and support for children with additional needs. The team are based at Salesian School in Chertsey and travel to the individual schools on a regular basis.

Applications by application form only, no CVs.

Closing date: 12pm on Monday 2nd June 2025
Interviews: w/c 9th June 2025. Early application is recommended as we reserve the right to interview and appoint at any time during the recruitment process.
Start date:ASAP

This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced check via the Disclosure and Barring Service.