HR Officer

Job Title: Human Resources Officer

Area: Human Resources

Salary: £29,300.00 (inc OLW)

FTE: Full-time

Employment Status: Permanent

At Croydon College Group, our staff are passionate and committed to achieving the very best outcomes for our students. We believe it is through our people that an excellent student experience will be delivered, positively impacting our local community.

The HR team works closely with our business areas to provide professional and comprehensive HR support. We endeavor to be principles-led, evidence-based, and outcomes-driven. We are committed to our FREDIE principles (Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Engagement) and demonstrate integrity in our actions, ensuring we work with all areas to create a positive and enjoyable work environment.

An opportunity has arisen for a Human Resources Officer to join the current HR team to provide a professional, high-quality, and customer-focused HR service to allocated business areas. Responsibilities include:

1. Supporting HR requirements including recruitment, selection, and onboarding administration.
2. Conducting safeguarding checks.
3. Inputting data for payroll.
4. Preparing and issuing contractual documentation in line with legislation.
5. Drafting letters for employee contract addendums.
6. Maintaining electronically stored HR files.
7. General HR Administration.
8. Supporting early-stage HR processes relating to absence management, probation, performance improvement, and disciplinary.

The ideal candidate will be invested in the HR field, with experience in HR Administration and have gained, or be working towards, a CIPD Level 3 Qualification, along with a working knowledge of the HR generalist field. Excellent communication skills, strong organizational skills, and attention to detail are also required.

Apart from our great location, wonderful staff, and positive culture, we offer a range of staff benefits, including generous annual leave and defined benefit pension schemes. We value staff development and have 7 days a year planned for staff development, including elements of team development, socialization, and staff wellbeing.

If you are as passionate about making a difference, we look forward to receiving your application and joining our wonderful College.

The College is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive learning community, where we value inclusivity and treat our staff and students as individuals. We offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and welcome applications from a diverse range of individuals.

For successful applicants, the post is subject to enhanced DBS check and other onboarding requirements in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education Guidelines.

Application Closing Date: 22 April 2025

Interview / Selection Date: 30 April 2025