Human Resources Officer

Ark; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to high-quality training through the Ark network

Supportive environment with a friendly team

Valuable opportunities for pupils

Inclusive community

Job summary

A primary school in Birmingham is seeking a Human Resources Officer to oversee HR operations and ensure staff support. The ideal candidate will be organised and people-focused with a background in education. This role includes managing compliance, recruitment, and payroll in a nurturing environment. Training and development opportunities are provided to enhance professional growth.

Qualifications

• Organised, people-focused HR professional.
• Experience in education or school settings preferred.
• Ability to liaise effectively with external partners and internal teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead on day-to-day HR operations within the school.
• Manage recruitment and compliance processes.
• Provide guidance on wellbeing, policy, and staff support.
• Collaborate with Ark network to deliver payroll, statutory reports, and bespoke reporting.
• Engage with the wider life of the school and the local community.

Skills

Organised

People-focused

Ability to liaise effectively

Education

Experience in education or school settings preferred

Job description

Overview

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Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only + 1 Week (30 hours per week). We are open to discussing flexible working arrangements or additional hours for the right candidate.

Closing: Monday 1st September

Do you believe that all staff are essential to a thriving school community? Are you an organised and people-focused professional looking to make a meaningful impact in a school setting?

About the role

At Ark Tindal Primary Academy, we are seeking a dedicated and proactive HR Officer to join our friendly and committed Team Tindal. In this vital role, you will lead on day-to-day HR operations, ensuring our staff are well-supported and our systems run efficiently. From recruitment and compliance to wellbeing and policy guidance, you’ll be at the heart of our school community.

With strong support from across the Ark Schools network, you will work within the school’s administrative team, connecting with our other schools in the Birmingham region and confidently liaising with external partners to deliver payroll, statutory reports, and bespoke reporting. We are looking for someone who is keen to get involved in the wider life of the school and who will enjoy opportunities to make a difference—not just to staff, but to our wider school community.

Ready to make a difference?

If you are organised, people-focused, and passionate about education, we’d love to hear from you! Apply today and help us continue to build a thriving, supportive school environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead on day-to-day HR operations within the school
• Manage recruitment and compliance processes
• Provide guidance on wellbeing, policy, and staff support
• Collaborate with Ark network to deliver payroll, statutory reports, and bespoke reporting
• Engage with the wider life of the school and the local community

Qualifications

• Organised, people-focused HR professional
• Experience in education or school settings preferred
• Ability to liaise effectively with external partners and internal teams

Benefits and culture

• Wonderful children: strong behaviour and attitudes, with valued opportunities for pupils
• A supportive environment: a friendly team that values collaboration and growth
• Training and development: access to high-quality training through the Ark network
• An inclusive community: a school committed to enjoyment, achievement and wellbeing for all

Find out more about the benefits of working for Ark at arkonline.org/careers/why-work-with-us/

About Ark Tindal

Ark Tindal is a vibrant two-form entry primary school located in the heart of Balsall Heath. Our school is ideally located near Moseley Village and Cannon Hill Park, with excellent transport links to Birmingham City Centre and access to the Rea Valley cycle route.

Our vision is to deliver an exceptional education that empowers every child to grow into a confident, successful, and well-rounded individual. We place equal importance on academic excellence, character development, and pastoral care, creating a nurturing environment where pupils thrive. At Ark Tindal, “Team Tindal” is more than just a phrase — it reflects our strong sense of community and shared purpose. Staff describe the school as a place where they feel genuinely supported, valued, and part of a family.

We are proud to be part of the wider Ark network, benefiting from collaboration with a thriving hub of primary and secondary schools across Birmingham. This connection provides access to regional expertise, professional development, and additional support to help you succeed in your role.

If you’re ready to bring your HR skills to a school that values people and purpose, we’d love to hear from you.

How to apply and who to contact

To find out more about life at Ark Tindal, visit our website or follow us on social media (@arktindal). We encourage visits to the school or informal chats with our team—just contact us at [e-mail] or call 0121 464 3049.

To apply, please visit: www.arktindalprimary.org/vacancies.

We aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone – staff and pupils – can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We want to reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation because we know that doing so will make us stronger and more effective.

Ark is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in its academies. In order to meet this responsibility, its academies follow a rigorous selection process to discourage and screen out unsuitable applicants. Ark requires all employees to undertake an enhanced DBS check. You are required, before appointment, to disclose any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975. Non-disclosure may lead to termination of employment. However, disclosure of a criminal background will not necessarily debar you from employment - this will depend upon the nature of the offence(s) and when they occurred. This process can be provided in more detail if requested and the full details are available with the job information and our application form on our website at https://arktindalprimary.org/jobs/vacancies.

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