HR Advisor

DEDICATE RECRUITMENT LTD; Dartford; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic education provider in Dartford is seeking an HR Advisor for a one-year maternity contract. The role involves supporting senior leaders with HR advice, managing end-to-end recruitment processes, and ensuring accurate employee records. Successful candidates will possess a minimum CIPD Level 3 qualification and have prior HR experience in a school setting. This full-time, on-site position requires strong organizational skills and the ability to build positive relationships swiftly.

Qualifications

• Minimum CIPD Level 3 qualification.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to plan ahead.
• Experience of HR within a school setting.

Responsibilities

• Support the Principal and senior leaders with professional HR advice.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment — from defining roles to onboarding candidates.
• Keep employee records accurate across all systems.
• Build strong relationships with staff, offering support when needed.

Job description

We are seeking an efficient and professional HR Advisor for a one-year maternity contract, to join this dynamic secondary school, improving organisational performance and being a trusted partner to leaders across the Academy.

Responsibilities

• Support the Principal and senior leaders with professional HR advice.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment — from defining roles to onboarding successful candidates.
• Keep employee records accurate and up to date across all systems.
• Conduct all required pre-employment checks.
• Build strong relationships with staff, offering support and guidance when needed.
• Assist HR Business Partners with employee relations cases (grievance, capability & disciplinary).
• Help deliver HR and change management projects that drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

Minimum CIPD Level 3 qualification, strong organisational skills and the natural ability to plan ahead. Excellent communicator, able to build positive relationships quickly and effectively, demonstrating empathy and resilience. Experience of HR within a school setting is essential for this role.

This is a full-time, on-site role, working 35 hours per week, all year through.