HR Manager

GUARDIAN SELECTION LIMITED; Enfield; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading school in Enfield seeks a passionate Human Resource Officer to manage HR operations. Responsibilities include recruitment, compliance with safeguarding, and handling administrative tasks. The role offers a supportive environment for professional growth and the opportunity to make a lasting impact in education.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR support role, ideally in education.
• CIPD qualification or willingness to pursue.
• Strong skills in administration, confidentiality, and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR operations including recruitment and onboarding.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding and GDPR regulations.
• Provide HR support and maintain accurate payroll data.

Skills

Administrative skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

CIPD qualification

Tools

HR software

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you a Human Resource Officer looking to thrive in a vibrant and supportive secondary school environment? A highly regarded school in Enfield – known for its inclusive values, academic excellence, and commitment to staff development – is seeking a talented Human Resource Officer to join its dedicated administrative team.

As the Human Resource Officer, you will play a central role in maintaining efficient HR operations across the school. This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about people, thrives on organisation, and is looking to make a lasting impact in the education sector.

Key Responsibilities:

As the Human Resource Officer, manage all day-to-day HR administration including recruitment, onboarding, and maintaining personnel records.

Ensure compliance with safeguarding, safer recruitment practices, and GDPR regulations as part of your HR duties.

Provide frontline HR support to staff, responding to queries in a professional and timely manner.

Assist the senior leadership team with performance management, absence monitoring, and staff training coordination.

Help maintain payroll data and liaise with external providers as the school’s Human Resource Officer.

Keep up-to-date with employment legislation and HR best practices to inform policy implementation.

Ensure all HR systems are accurate and up to date, supporting the school’s operational efficiency.

Ideal Candidate:

Previous experience as a Human Resource Officer or in a similar HR support role, ideally within a school or public sector environment.

CIPD qualification or willingness to work towards it is desirable.

Strong administrative skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage confidential information.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to support staff at all levels.

Proficient in using HR software and Microsoft Office applications.

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Human Resource Officer to become part of a professional and values-driven team. The school offers a positive working environment where staff are respected, supported, and given opportunities for continued professional growth.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

If you're ready to take the next step in your HR career, apply now to become the next Human Resource Officer at this exceptional school. Submit your up-to-date CV today and one of our consultants will be in touch shortly.