HR Support Officer

WMJobs; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full training and CPD

Career progression

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Free onsite parking

Free annual flu vaccinations

Job summary

Invictus Education Trust in the West Midlands is seeking a dedicated HR Support Officer to join our on-site HR team. You will provide essential administrative support across recruitment, payroll, employee relations, training and compliance, covering multiple schools and staff groups.

This permanent, full-time role offers clear career progression and ongoing CPD within an educational setting. The successful candidate will bring NVQ/CIPD Level 3 and strong HR experience, with excellent attention

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 3 or CIPD Level 3 accredited qualification.
• Experience in HR processes: recruitment, payroll, probation, casework.
• Strong MS Office and HRIS/ATS familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR support on-site across schools within the Trust.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and induction processes.
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure policy compliance.
• Support school leaders with employee relations and staff welfare.
• Coordinate and assist with staff training and development.
• Respond to HR queries and provide appropriate guidance.

Skills

HR qualifications

Recruitment

Payroll

HRIS

Applicant tracking

Analytical thinking

Attention to detail

Independence

Teamwork

Communication

Education

NVQ/CIPD Level 3

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Invictus Education Trust,

Join Our HR Team at Invictus Education Trust!

Vacancy for HR Support Officer

Commencing as soon as possible

Permanent, Full time (37 hours per week), all year round

Grade 7 SCP 18-23 (£32,578 – £35,570 FTE)

Invictus Education Trust is excited to announce a new opportunity for an HR Support Officer. This is a fantastic chance to develop your HR career while making a meaningful impact across our schools and supporting our dedicated staff.

About The Role

As an HR Support Officer, you’ll play a key role in supporting day-to-day HR operations and will be a visible presence in our schools. You’ll provide essential administrative support across recruitment, payroll, employee relations, training and development, and compliance. This role offers variety, challenge, and the opportunity to grow your HR expertise in an educational setting.

Why Choose Invictus Education Trust?

At Invictus Education Trust, we’re committed to nurturing talent and supporting career growth. This role offers more than just a job – it’s the opportunity to develop a rewarding career within HR, with clear pathways for advancement and ongoing professional support.

If you are enthusiastic, eager to learn, and ready to make a meaningful contribution, we would love to hear from you.

What We Offer

• Full training and Continuous Professional Development (CPD) Clear career pathways with opportunities to progress within the HR function A supportive, friendly team environment with mentoring and guidance The chance to contribute to school improvement through the Workforce Strategy Nationally agreed terms and conditions in line with NJC Green Book provision Local Government Pension Scheme Generous annual leave plus bank holidays and a concessionary day Free onsite parking Free annual flu vaccinations

Key Responsibilities

• Provide HR support on-site across schools within the Trust Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and induction processes Maintain accurate HR records and ensure policy compliance Support school leaders with employee relations and staff welfare Coordinate and assist with staff training and development Respond to HR queries and provide appropriate guidance

What We’re Looking For

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 3/CIPD Level 3 or equivalent relevant experience, with a good standard of English and Maths
• Experience: A successful track record in managing and developing HR processes such as recruitment, payroll, probationary periods, and low-level casework
• Skills: Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint together with experience with HRIS and applicant tracking systems is desirable.
• Analytical Ability: The ability to analyse data and present findings clearly to various audiences
• Attention to Detail: Consistently accurate in your work
• Independence & Teamwork: Able to work independently, while also collaborating effectively with others
• Values: A strong commitment to the values of the Trust and the highest standards of child protection and safeguarding
• Relationships: Ability to form and maintain professional relationships quickly and effectively
• Tenacity: A resilient and determined approach to challenges

Interested?

See how we’re delivering excellence every day, driven by unlimited ambition and a passion for transforming lives; discover why working with us means being part of something truly inspiring.

Work With Us | Invictus Education Trust

We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Closing Date

30th November 2026 at 9.00am

Interviews to be held

2nd December 2026

Previous applicants need not apply.