HR Manager

The Independent Schools Council; Scotland; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Gordonstoun, a leading independent school in Scotland, is seeking an experienced HR Manager. This role focuses on delivering effective HR support, overseeing recruitment, compliance, and employee relations. The successful candidate will play a crucial part in fostering a positive work environment and ensuring staff can perform at their best.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR management and administration.
• Strong understanding of employment law and industry regulations.
• Ability to maintain accurate employee records.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate employee records and administration.
• Oversee recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Act as a first point of contact for staff regarding grievances.

Skills

Communication

Flexibility

Stakeholder Management

Education

CIPD qualification or equivalent

Job description

Situated on the beautiful Moray Coast in the North of Scotland, Gordonstoun is widely recognised as the world leader in character education.We have a co-educational community of over 500 students aged from 4-18, who are predominantly full boarding and are drawn from over 40 countries.

Gordonstoun is a people-focused organisation, and our staff are our greatest asset. That’s why effective HR is at the heart of what makes Gordonstoun exceptional.Our HR approach is centred on supporting our people—from recruitment through to retirement—to ensure they thrive throughout their time with us.

Due to a restructure within the team, we are now seeking an experienced HR Manager with a broad understanding of HR who is passionate about delivering effective HR support across the school. The successful candidate will work closely with managers to ensure staff can perform at their best. You will bring a positive, flexible approach and excellent communication skills

In this role, your main responsibilities will include:

• Employee Records and Administration– maintain accurate employee records.
• Recruitment and Staffing– Oversee the recruitment and onboarding process.
• Compliance and Regulation - Maintain an in-depth knowledge of employment law and industry regulations so that our practices and policies are compliant
• Employee Welfare and Relations - Act as a first point of contact for our staff regarding grievances, disputes or clarification on company policy.
• Stakeholder management - Build and nurture solid relationships with key members of staff to understand their challenges and goals.

View the job description for further information on this exciting new opportunity.

Gordonstoun is striving to build a team that is truly inclusive. We welcome applications from marginalised and under-represented groups.

If you’re excited to learn more, please [e-mail] contact us on [phone].

Closing date:Wednesday, 28 May 2025 (An immediate start is available)

About the School

Gordonstoun is one of the UK’s top independent schools for boarding and day pupils aged 4 ½ to 18.Gordonstoun has been the world leader in character education for over 80 years and was the birthplace of the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award.

At Gordonstoun, we believe that a broader curriculum broadens not only minds but opportunities too.It is a belief that’s served both us and our students well for over 80 years and that has made Gordonstoun the world leader in character education. Our curriculum, which is unrivaled in breadth, helps every child to achieve their full potential.