HR Manager

The Independent Schools Council; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious independent school in Greater London seeks an HR Manager to oversee HR operations for 190 staff members. The role involves enhancing HR systems, ensuring recruitment of top talent, and supporting staff development in alignment with the school's core values. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in school HR administration and a commitment to excellence.

Qualifications

• Experience in school HR administration.
• Commitment to excellence and attention to detail.
• Experience with technology in HR processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage HR processes like recruitment, onboarding, and payroll.
• Ensure effective employee support and record keeping.
• Handle employee relations and performance management.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Organizational skills

Confidentiality

Education

Proven HR administration experience

Tools

Technology supporting HR functions

Job description

We are seeking to appoint a suitably experienced and meticulous HR Manager to join the school to oversee a gold standard HR provision across the entire institution. The HR department supervises personnel matters for 190 staff members, ensuring top talent is recruited, developed, and retained. The department supports the school's commitment to outstanding education and support for all members of the Ewell Castle community. Our HR strategy is aligned with the school's core values, focusing on staff development.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop HR systems within the School. The successful candidate will have proven school HR administration experience, demonstrate a commitment to excellence, and possess meticulous attention to detail. Experience with technology supporting HR functions is essential.

The role requires high integrity, confidentiality, excellent communication, and organizational skills. Responsibilities include transactional HR processes such as recruitment, onboarding, performance management, payroll, absence management, employee support, record keeping, updating the SCR, and employee relations.

Please note that we reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

About Ewell Castle School

Ewell Castle School is a happy, successful co-educational independent school on the Surrey/London borders, easily accessible by public transport. We offer education for children aged 4 to 18 in a family-friendly atmosphere with a rigorous academic programme. Our small class sizes and personalized approach support individual needs.

The school exudes charm and character in a beautiful green setting. It is highly regarded for its family ethos, academic success, sporting excellence, and performing arts. Our reputation is built on an ambitious, personalized approach to each pupil, complemented by excellent pastoral care, creating a well-rounded experience for all.

The school's focus is on the learning and welfare of its students. Classroom activities are central, challenging pupils to achieve beyond expectations. We foster a vibrant community spirit in a genuinely inclusive environment, dedicated to helping every child thrive.