HR Manager

Tradewind Recruitment; Northampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is looking for an experienced School HR Manager to oversee HR functions across two schools in Northampton. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in education HR, a recognized HR qualification (CIPD Level 5 or above), and expertise in employment law. This role offers a competitive salary based on experience and the opportunity to make a significant impact in the education sector. Interested candidates should contact us to apply.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Support throughout the recruitment process

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HR Manager or Senior HR Advisor, ideally within schools or public-sector environment.
• Ability to manage priorities across multiple settings.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full HR function across one or both school sites.
• Provide expert guidance on employee relations, policies, and procedures.
• Lead on recruitment, onboarding, and compliance.

Skills

Strong knowledge of employment law

Confident communication

Highly organized

Education

Recognised HR qualification (CIPD Level 5 or above)

Job description

School HR Manager

A couple of schools in the local area are seeking an experienced and knowledgeable School HR Manager to lead and manage their HR functions. This is an excellent opportunity for a qualified HR professional with strong education‑sector experience to play a key role in supporting staff and senior leadership teams.

The Role

• Oversee the full HR function across one or both school sites
• Provide expert guidance on employee relations, policies, and procedures
• Lead on recruitment and safer recruitment, onboarding, and compliance
• Manage absence, performance management, disciplinaries, and grievances
• Ensure compliance with UK employment law, safeguarding, and education regulations
• Advise senior leaders and governors on HR strategy and workforce planning
• Maintain accurate HR records and liaise with payroll providers as required

The Ideal Candidate

• Recognised HR qualification (CIPD Level 5 or above - essential)
• Proven experience as an HR Manager or Senior HR Advisor, ideally within schools or a public‑sector environment
• Strong knowledge of employment law and education HR processes
• Confident communicator able to advise senior leaders professionally
• Highly organised with the ability to manage priorities across multiple settings

What's on Offer

• Opportunity to work across two established schools
• Competitive salary, dependent on experience
• Support throughout the recruitment process via Tradewind Recruitment

To apply or find out more, please contact Tradewind Recruitment today.