HR Officer

Lynn Grove Academy; Great Yarmouth; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Great Yarmouth is seeking an HR Officer to manage HR processes, conduct pre-employment checks, and support staff development. The role requires strong organizational skills and a commitment to safeguarding the welfare of children. Ideal candidates will have a Level 3 CIPD qualification and a background in fast-paced environments. This position offers opportunities for professional growth in a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Support for pursuing CIPD qualifications

Qualifications

• Ability to manage multiple tasks efficiently.
• Committed to safeguarding children's welfare.
• Willing to undertake a Level 5 CIPD qualification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-employment checks and onboarding.
• Provide advice on low-level case work.
• Handle accurate data entry into HR and payroll systems.

Skills

Organisational skills

Strong communication

HR process understanding

Attention to detail

Data entry into HR systems

Education

Level 3 CIPD qualification

GCSEs in Maths and English

Job description

Submit your application directly through our website. We warmly welcome visits to our school, and if you'd like to arrange a visit or confidential conversation with the Line Manager, our friendly HR/Recruitment team is here to help. Reach out to us at [e-mail], and we'll be delighted to assist you. Essential Information: Creative Education Trust (CET) is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people by keeping them safe, we expect all our colleagues to share in this responsibility. All shortlisted candidates are subject to online checks prior to interview. The CET Recruitment Policy follows the guidance set out by Keeping Children Safe in Education, where all offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, separate Barred List Check, References and where appropriate a Prohibition from teaching search. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. CET is committed to developing, maintaining, and supporting an inclusive culture and environment for the benefit of its employees and the communities it serves.

As the HR Officer you will be organised, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently. You will be a strong communicator, both written and verbal, and have a solid understanding of HR processes and policies. Additionally, you are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Our ideal candidate will have:

• Level 3 CIPD qualification, GCSEs (or equivalent experience) in Maths and English, and be working towards or willing to undertake a Level 5 CIPD qualification
• Background in working in a fast-paced environment.
• Involvement in conducting pre-employment checks and onboarding.
• Track record of providing advice and guidance on low-level case work, e.g. supporting absence management.
• Experience of accurate and timely data entry into HR and payroll systems.

The HR team supporting the Norfolk schools within Creative Education Trust is a close-knit group of dedicated professionals, comprising of a Regional HR Business Partner, two HR Officers, and a Recruitment Administrator. Each HR Officer manages their own portfolio of schools, fostering a strong sense of ownership and accountability. Despite this individual focus, we operate with a deeply collaborative spirit-sharing knowledge, supporting one another, and working together to ensure consistency and excellence across all our schools.

We take pride in our strong team ethos and our in-depth understanding of HR guidance, which enables us to provide high-quality, people-focused support that positively impacts both staff experience and student engagement. We are also committed to the professional growth of our team, offering opportunities for development including support for those wishing to pursue CIPD qualifications. Whether you're looking to deepen your HR expertise or take the next step in your career, we provide a supportive environment where you can thrive.

About Lynn Grove Academy

Kindness, resilience, and a love of learning are at the heart of our culture. At Lynn Grove Academy, we don't just educate - we nurture a community where every individual is encouraged to grow, persevere, and become the best version of themselves. We embrace challenges together and support one another with compassion and purpose. Learning is our core focus. Our dedicated teaching staff continually refine their practice to deliver high-quality education that inspires curiosity and resilience. We encourage academic ambition and nurture a culture of perseverance and self-belief.

Beyond the classroom, we offer a rich and varied school experience. Our outstanding pastoral care ensures every student is known and cared for as an individual. To find out more please visit our website.

About Creative Education Trust

Creative Education Trust is a growing network of 17 schools, educating over 13,500 children and young people across England. Since 2010, we've worked in partnership with communities to deliver an education that inspires ambition, promotes equity, and unlocks opportunity for every learner. We believe every child has talent, every community has strength, and every school can be a place where excellence thrives. Our curriculum is rich, broad, and inclusive - designed to build knowledge, nurture creativity, and prepare students for the future. We are united by a shared purpose: to transform lives through education. Our schools are places where students feel safe, supported, and empowered to lead their own lives with confidence. Through collaboration, high expectations, and purposeful leadership, we ensure that success is both expected and achieved - together.

Visit our Trust website to explore how we support our staff and discover more about our mission, values, and opportunities.

Ready to Join Us?

Our pupils make Lynn Grove a great place to work. In our school you will find lively positive young people with open minds who are ready to make the best of opportunities that come their way. They understand and uphold our core values of mutual respect, hard work and kindness. They are polite, considerate and engaging; we have many reasons to be proud of them. We are a large and friendly staff team who understand the importance of collaboration to support all our pupils to achieve their full potential. We invest heavily in professional development and believe in working closely with our neighbouring schools. Our ambition is that every young person should leave us with the attributes of a successful young adult ready for the next stage of their education or training. Through our lessons and through our extracurricular offer we aim to foster a love of learning and interests that will be enriching and sustaining well into adult life. We are committed to offering a broad and balanced curriculum that allows all pupils to follow their interests and supports them to achieve highly. We never underestimate the importance of pastoral support and have structures in place to provide care and guidance through the challenges of teenage years.

The pastoral team makes a significant contribution to the positive social, moral, cultural and spiritual life of the school. We are proud to be members of the Creative Education Trust family of schools. As a CET school we have access to outstanding support from the very best experts in school improvement and professional development. Our pupils benefit from an exciting offer of cross trust enrichment activities and an innovative approach to cross curricular development through the 'Knowledge Connected' programme. We have outstanding facilities. At the heart of the school is our wonderful library which is open daily from 0800 to 1730; popular with pupils, it supports our determination that 'Lynn Grove Reads!'. Our strong sporting provision is enhanced by our extensive playing fields, 3G pitch and newly opened Hard Court Arena. Imaginative planning has enabled us to suite subject areas together and to provide extensive social space for our learners during break periods. We have excellent provision for ICT and an impressive Virtual Learning Environment. We are fortunate to enjoy great support from Lynn Grove parents who show a real interest in the progress of their sons and daughters and contribute to the sense that our school is at the very heart of our community.

Lynn Grove is situated between Bradwell and Gorleston, which form part of Great Yarmouth. The surrounding countryside is beautiful and a popular destination for lovers of the outdoors; with the Norfolk Broads National Park in easy reach. The school is very near to the coast where you will find miles and miles of sandy beaches. House prices in the local area remain extremely competitive. The school is situated in a quiet residential area surrounded by extensive playing fields. We are well positioned for very easy access from the delightful city of Norwich or North Suffolk and we have ample parking for all our staff. There are 1050 pupils and the school enjoys an excellent reputation in the local community and beyond. Lynn Grove Academy - Small enough to care about every child; big enough to be exciting.