HR Manager

Reed; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in the United Kingdom is seeking a Secondary School HR Manager to lead HR operations across multiple sites. This role involves driving innovation in HR practices, collaborating with senior leaders, and managing recruitment and employee relations. The ideal candidate will have CIPD Level 5 or equivalent and a passion for compliance and safeguarding. Competitive salary and excellent benefits offered.

Benefits

Continuous professional development

CIPD support

Supportive culture

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent) and proven HR experience.
• Strong leadership and relationship-building skills.
• Organised and passionate about safeguarding and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead HR operations across multiple schools.
• Partner with senior leaders on workforce planning.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations.

Skills

Leadership

Relationship-building

Organisational skills

Resilience

Education

CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent)

Job description

Lead HR Across Multiple Schools – Make a Real Impact!

Role: Secondary School HR Manager (Multi-Site) Location: Basingstoke & Central Office Contract: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits

Why This Role Is a Game-Changer

Ready to take your HR career to the next level? This is your chance to lead HR operations across multiple schools, influence strategic decisions, and shape the future of education within a thriving Multi Academy Trust.

You won’t just manage HR—you’ll drive innovation, mentor teams, and make a lasting impact on staff and students alike.

What You’ll Do

• Lead & Inspire: Be the go-to HR leader for secondary schools within the Trust.
• Strategic Influence: Partner with senior leaders on workforce planning and HR projects.
• Hands-On Leadership: Oversee recruitment, onboarding, compliance, and employee relations across multiple sites.
• Collaborate & Innovate: Work with a forward-thinking HR team that values creativity and excellence.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Multi-Site Leadership: Gain unique experience managing HR across diverse settings.
• Career Growth: Continuous professional development and CIPD support.
• Impactful Work: Help shape HR practices for over 669 employees and 5,000+ pupils.
• Supportive Culture: Join a team that champions collaboration, wellbeing, and innovation.

About You

• CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent) and proven HR experience.
• Strong leadership and relationship-building skills.
• Organised, resilient, and passionate about safeguarding and compliance.

Interested? Apply now and a consultant will be in touch!