HR Manager

LBHF Schools; City Of London; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic educational institution in London is seeking an experienced HR Manager to support HR functions at Lady Margaret School. The ideal candidate will have a high standard of English and IT skills, along with a commitment to safeguarding and a keen understanding of UK employment law. This role offers a competitive salary and an opportunity to grow within the HR field.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HR roles.
• Ability to manage a range of HR responsibilities.
• Keen to develop skills in employment law and employee relations.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR support to staff on all matters.
• Manage recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Commit to Safer Recruitment and staff safeguarding checks.

Skills

High standard of written and spoken English

Proven IT skills

Ability to multitask

Understanding of UK employment law

Job description

Overview

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HR Manager

Actual salary £37,193 pa - £42,207 pa for working 36 hours per week, 39 weeks term time only plus 2 additional weeks (41 weeks in total)

We are seeking an ambitious and experienced HR professional to join our small and dynamic team at Lady Margaret School. This role would really suit an aspiring future HR Manager who is a highly organised self-starter with relevant HR experience.

Responsibilities

• Working alongside the Headteacher and Bursar to provide dedicated HR support to the school, you will be the first point of contact for staff on all HR matters.
• Be responsible for managing all aspects of HR including recruitment, right to work, onboarding, leavers, contract variations, professional development, maternity, paternity, sickness absence, general absence and leave requests.
• Commit to managing the Safer Recruitment process and staff safeguarding checks.
• Have a good basic understanding of UK employment law and employee relations and be keen to develop skills in this area, including providing HR advice and producing policies.
• Maintain a high standard of written and spoken English and proven IT skills; confidently multitask and work across a broad range of people and subject areas; maintain a high level of attention to detail and manage HR systems and processes.

Safeguarding

Lady Margaret School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Please refer to the Candidate Application Pack and our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy for further details.

Qualifications and requirements

• High standard of written and spoken English
• Proven IT skills and ability to use HR systems
• Ability to multitask and manage a range of HR responsibilities
• Understanding of UK employment law and employee relations is desirable

Closing Date: Monday 17th November 2025 at 9.00am

Interview Date: Thursday 27th November 2025

Start Date: Monday 5th January 2026

How to apply

To apply for this position please download and complete the school's official application form and send along with a supporting statement to recruitment at ladymargaret.lbhf.sch.uk.

The application form can be found at the following link: ladymargaret.lbhf.sch.uk/our-school/vacancies/

Please note that CVs will not be accepted.

Further information on this vacancy

• Application Form