HR Manager, Parliament Hill School

Guardian Jobs; London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious girls’ school in London is seeking an exceptional HR practitioner to lead their Human Resources function. The role involves guiding leadership, managing recruitment, and ensuring efficient payroll operations within a supportive educational environment. The ideal candidate will possess several years of HR experience and excellent communication skills, contributing to a positive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Several years of HR experience.
• Ability to handle sensitive personnel issues confidentially.

Responsibilities

• Guide leadership on employment best practices.
• Manage recruitment and oversee absence management.
• Implement policies and navigate regulations.

Skills

Communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Job description

We are seeking an exceptional HR practitioner to lead all facets of the Human Resources function. In this key role, you will:

1. Guide leadership on employment best practices
2. Ensure efficient payroll operations
3. Promote a positive and supportive work environment
4. Implement policies and navigate regulations
5. Foster positive employee relations
6. Manage recruitment and oversee absence management
7. Improve processes across the employee lifecycle

The ideal candidate will have several years of HR experience, excellent communication skills, keen attention to detail, and be capable of multitasking and meeting deadlines. The ability to handle sensitive personnel issues confidentially is essential.

Parliament Hill School is a highly regarded girls’ school with excellent academic results, located near Hampstead Heath. We pride ourselves on our diverse, inclusive, and supportive community, offering a rich educational environment. Our collaboration with the LaSWAP consortium provides students and staff with extensive academic opportunities.

We are committed to professional development and have established the North London Alliance Research School in partnership with Torriano Primary School, focusing on evidence-based approaches to improve attainment, especially for disadvantaged pupils.

The school is conveniently situated with excellent transport links, including Gospel Oak overground station and Tufnell Park tube station. Nearby Hampstead Heath offers recreational and outdoor activities.

An application form and further details are available on the school website via the apply button.

Closing date: 5th June 2025

Interview date: 11th June 2025

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will undergo a DBS check.