HR Advisor. Job in Bromley Education & Training Jobs

Dedicate Recruitment Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic secondary school in City Of London is looking for an HR Advisor for a nine-month maternity cover. The successful candidate will provide professional HR advice, manage recruitment processes, and maintain accurate employee records. They must hold a CIPD Level 3 qualification and have experience in an HR role within a school setting. The role requires strong organisational skills and excellent communication abilities, with a full-time commitment of 35 hours per week on site.

Qualifications

• Strong organisational skills and ability to plan ahead.
• Excellent communicator who builds positive relationships quickly.
• Empathy and resilience are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the Principal and senior leaders with professional HR advice.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment from defining roles to onboarding.
• Keep employee records accurate and up to date.

Skills

Strong organisational skills

Excellent communication

Experience in HR within a school setting

Education

CIPD Level 3 qualification

Job description

We are seeking an efficient and professional HR Advisor for a nine month maternity cover, 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

On a personal note, the HR Advisor will be a minimum CIPD Level 3 qualified, bringing strong organisational skills and the natural ability to plan ahead. You will be an excellent communicator and 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.