HR Officer

Matrix Academy Trust; Bloxwich; Hybrid; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Well-being package

24/7 online GP

Physiotherapy services

Counselling services

Annual health checks

Job summary

Matrix Academy Trust is seeking an experienced HR Officer to centralise HR services across our nine academies. You will provide professional HR advice, manage recruitment processes, and ensure compliance with HR policies under the guidance of the HR Manager and HR Director.

Based at multiple sites including Head Office in Walsall and Etone College in Nuneaton, you will travel between schools as required, handle casework, and support safeguarding and staff wellbeing.

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 3 qualification (Level 5 desirable).
• Previous HR experience in a school or educational setting.
• Knowledge of HR processes, employment law, and safer recruitment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee recruitment processes, including employment checks (references, DBS, right-to-work) and new starter documentation.
• Maintain HR records and systems, including SIMS, payroll uploads, and employee filing systems.
• Deliver accurate, timely, and confidential HR administration to a high professional standard.
• Work across multiple sites to provide support and capacity as required.

Skills

HR processes

Employment law

Safer recruitment

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Multi-site work

Driving licence

Education

CIPD Level 3

CIPD Level 5 (desirable)

Job description

HR Officer

Arrangements: Monday to Friday, Full time, 37 hours per week, Term Time Only + 2-3 weeks. We are happy to discuss alternative working hours and term-time-only arrangements to support flexible working.

Location: Etone College, Leicester Road, Nuneaton, CV11 6AA (2-3 days per week), with the remaining time based at Head Office in Walsall. The role will also require travel across our schools, with reasonable travel expenses reimbursed in line with the organisation’s policy.

About the Role

At Matrix Academy Trust we are centralising our HR function across all schools, therefore we are seeking to appoint a dedicated HR Officer to provide professional HR advice and support under the guidance of the HR Manager and HR Director.

Providing expert support to Etone College as your main school, you will also be required to work supporting Head Office and casework across other Trust schools.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR professional who is proactive, highly organised, and committed to delivering an excellent HR service. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting staff, ensuring compliance with HR policies and procedures, and upholding our commitment to safeguarding and employee wellbeing.

Key Responsibilities Include

• Oversee recruitment processes, including employment checks (references, DBS, right-to-work) and new starter documentation.
• Ensure appropriate reasonable adjustment records and risk assessments are in place for staff with disabilities or medical conditions.
• Maintain HR records and systems, including SIMS, payroll uploads, and employee filing systems.
• Work across multiple sites to provide support and capacity as required.
• Deliver accurate, timely, and confidential HR administration to a high professional standard.

What We’re Looking For

• Having a minimum qualification of CIPD Level 3 (Level 5 desirable).
• Previous experience in a HR role, within a school or educational setting.
• Strong knowledge of HR processes, employment law, and safer recruitment practices.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills with high attention to detail.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to provide effective support to our staff.
• Ability to work flexibly across multiple sites, with access to a vehicle and a full driving licence.

About Us

It is an exciting time to join an expanding and thriving Trust. Our central Head Office supports nine Academies across the West Midlands. We always say ‘if it’s not good enough for our own families it’s not good enough for our pupils’ and we really mean what we say. Every child deserves an exceptional education.

We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse.

Application Deadline: 15October 2026 - interviews taking place week commencing 19 October 2026

Please note that suitable candidates may be called for interview and we reserve the right to remove any advertised role early.