HR Manager

anzuk Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education resource provider seeks an experienced Interim HR Manager for a role in a respected SEN school in Lambeth. This full-time, office-based position involves overseeing HR and payroll operations, recruitment, and safeguarding compliance until May 2026. Candidates must have HR experience in schools, strong communication skills, and preferably a CIPD qualification. The role demands confidentiality and offers a salary equivalent to £50,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Experience using CIPHR MIS and payroll systems is highly desirable.
• Enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to apply is required.
• Good understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Produce HR MIS data and reporting for the People Committee.
• Process payroll and manage monthly checks.
• Oversee safeguarding compliance, including SCR updates and checks.

Skills

Strong HR experience within a UK school setting

Payroll experience within education

Strong communication and organisational skills

Ability to maintain confidentiality and safeguarding standards

Education

CIPD qualification

Tools

CIPHR MIS

Job description

HR Manager (Interim) – SEN School

Job Title: HR Manager – Interim (Fixed Term)

Location: Lambeth, South East London

Employment Type: Full Time – Monday to Friday, Office-Based

Start Date: December / January (ASAP following DBS)

Salary: Equivalent to £50,000 per annum (approx. £25.64 per hour PAYE)

Contract Length: Until end of May 2026

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and confident Interim HR Manager to support a highly respected SEN school in Lambeth. This full-time, office-based role will cover HR and payroll operations for a fixed period, beginning with a handover in December / January and continuing until May 2026.

The successful candidate must have strong experience in school HR, including recruitment, payroll, compliance, and safeguarding administration. CIPD qualification and experience with CIPHR MIS are highly desirable. An Enhanced DBS will be required.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes
• Produce HR MIS data and reporting for the People Committee
• Attend and take minutes / notes for People-related committee meetings
• Process payroll and manage monthly checks
• Respond to day-to-day staff HR and payroll enquiries
• Support staff investigations and contribute to policy updates
• Maintain and update the HR system, ensuring accurate employee records
• Oversee safeguarding compliance, including SCR updates and checks
• Coordinate and monitor all mandatory staff training
• Handle ad-hoc HR projects and support senior leaders as required

Requirements

• Strong HR experience within a UK school setting (essential)
• Payroll experience within education
• CIPD qualification preferred
• Experience using CIPHR MIS and payroll systems (highly desirable)
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and safeguarding standards
• Enhanced DBS on the update service (or willingness to apply)

How to Apply

If you meet the requirements and are available for an immediate start (subject to DBS clearance), we welcome your application. Interviews will take place within the next two weeks.

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