HR Manager

Harris Federation; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Harriscareers is seeking an experienced and highly organised HR Manager to lead the delivery of a comprehensive HR service within the academy. You will manage recruitment, onboarding, safeguarding compliance, payroll administration, absence management, performance processes and staff development to ensure compliant and efficient employment practices.

We welcome CIPD-qualified professionals or those working towards qualification who possess strong organisational, communication and stakeholder

Qualifications

• Experience delivering a full HR service in an education setting.
• Proven ability to manage recruitment, onboarding and safeguarding compliance.
• Strong knowledge of statutory employment requirements and HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of a comprehensive HR service for the academy.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding and safeguarding compliance.
• Manage payroll administration, absence management and performance processes.
• Drive staff development and coaching while supporting leaders and staff.

Skills

HR management

Recruitment

Payroll administration

Onboarding

Education

CIPD qualification

Tools

HRIS software

Job description

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised HR Manager to lead the delivery of a comprehensive HR service within the academy. This pivotal role is responsible for managing the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, safeguarding compliance, payroll administration, absence management, performance processes and staff development. You will provide professional HR support to leaders and staff, ensuring all employment practices are compliant, efficient, and aligned with statutory requirements and academy policies

This is an excellent opportunity for a CIPD-qualified HR professional, or someone working towards qualification, with strong organisational, communication and stakeholder management skills, ideally gained within a school environment.

If you are passionate about supporting staff, promoting best practice and making a positive contribution to a thriving school community, we would love to hear from you.