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HR Officer- 1 Day Per Week

Michael Page

Reading

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GBP 80,000 - 100,000

Part time

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Job summary

A collaborative school in Reading is seeking a dedicated HR Officer on a temporary basis for maternity cover, working one day per week. The role involves supporting HR operations, recruitment, and maintaining employee records within an education context. Ideal candidates will have HR experience, strong organisational skills, and excellent communication skills. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a difference in the education sector with a competitive daily rate of approximately £130 per day.

Benefits

Competitive daily rate
Opportunity to work in education

Qualifications

  • Previous experience in human resources, ideally within Education.
  • Proficiency in HR coordination.
  • Excellent organisational and administrative skills.

Responsibilities

  • 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.

Skills

HR coordination
Organisational skills
Effective 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 a 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.
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