Part Time HR Manager

Aspire; Manchester; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Part Time HR Manager for a school in Ashton-under-Lyne. This role involves overseeing all HR operations, managing the recruitment cycle, and ensuring compliance with UK employment law. The ideal candidate will have proven HR experience, knowledge of safeguarding practices, and strong organizational skills. This position is perfect for those looking for flexible hours in a supportive educational environment. The role requires an enhanced DBS check and adherence to safeguarding regulations.

Benefits

Flexible part-time hours

Impact in a supportive educational environment

Qualifications

• Proven HR experience, ideally in education or a regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and safer recruitment practices.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee HR operations, including contracts and compliance.
• Manage the full recruitment cycle from advertising to onboarding.
• Maintain accurate HR records and Single Central Record.

Skills

HR experience

Knowledge of UK employment law

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Independent work

Education

CIPD Level 5 (or working towards)

Job description

Job Title: Part Time HR Manager (Part-Time) – Education Sector

Location: Ashton-under-Lyne, Tameside

Contract Type: Permanent Part Time (15 hours per week, term time plus two weeks)

Salary: £12,000 – £15,000 per annum (£30,000 - £37,500 FTE)

Hours: 8:30am – 4:30pm (no flexibility)

Office: Fully Office Based – no hybrid

About the Role

As HR Manager, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of the school’s HR function. This is a varied and hands‑on position where you’ll manage recruitment, safeguarding checks, employee relations, and HR compliance in line with UK employment law and statutory guidance.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee HR operations, including contracts, personnel files, and compliance with employment law and safeguarding requirements.
• Manage the full recruitment cycle, from advertising roles to onboarding new staff.
• Maintain accurate HR records and the Single Central Record (SCR).
• Provide professional HR advice on policies, performance, and employee relations.
• Monitor attendance and absence, including sickness management processes.
• Develop and update HR policies and ensure staff awareness.
• Coordinate staff training and development, including mandatory safeguarding training.
• Support payroll processes and maintain HR systems.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven HR experience, ideally within education or a regulated environment.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and safer recruitment practices.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and proactively in a small team setting.
• CIPD qualification Level 5 (or working towards) desirable.

Why Apply?

• Flexible part‑time hours (ideal for work-life balance).
• Opportunity to make a real impact in a supportive educational environment.
• Term‑time working pattern.
• Role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and adherence to safeguarding regulations.

To discuss the role in more detail and review a job description, please call Ruth on the provided phone number or email the provided address.

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Closes: Jan 18th 2026