HR Officer- 1 day per week

Michael Page; England; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Reading seeks a dedicated HR Officer to support HR operations on a part-time basis (1 day per week). This role includes responsibilities for recruitment and onboarding, maintaining employee records, and coordinating training sessions. The ideal candidate will have prior HR experience, organizational skills, and a strong ability to communicate. The position offers a competitive daily rate of approximately £130 PAYE, presenting an excellent opportunity to impact the education sector positively.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate

Qualifications

• Previous experience in human resources, ideally within Education.
• Strong administrative skills and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Effective communication and decision-making capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support the HR department with recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Maintain accurate employee records and documentation.
• Coordinate training sessions and development programmes.

Skills

HR coordination

Organisational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

We are seeking a dedicated HR Officer to join a school in Reading on a temporary basis to cover maternity, 1 day per week. This role requires a professional with expertise in human resources to support key HR operations effectively.

Client Details

You'll be joining a collaborative, hard-working team of educators and administrative staff at a local school in Reading. The school has 30 members of staff and provides education for 300 students, with a specialism in STEM, who are part of a wider trust. You'll be standalone for HR based at the campus, but will have the support of a wider group HR function. If you're looking to work for a values-driven organisation with a group of lovely people, this could be the role for you!

Description

The HR Officer will:

• Support the HR department with recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Assist in maintaining accurate employee records and documentation.
• Provide guidance to staff on HR policies and procedures.
• Coordinate training sessions and development programmes.
• Prepare HR reports and analyse data for decision-making purposes.
• Ensure adherence to employment laws and organisational policies.
• Collaborate with various departments to address HR-related needs.

Profile

A successful HR Officer should have:

• Previous experience in human resources, ideally within Education but other backgrounds will be considered.
• Proficiency in HR coordination.
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills.
• The ability to communicate effectively and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.

Job Offer

• Competitive daily rate of circa 130 per day PAYE.
• Part-time work, with 1 day per week on offer.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an HR Officer to make a difference in the Education sector. If you are based in Reading and have the required skills, we encourage you to apply.