School HR Officer

Complete Classroom Services Ltd; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational services provider in East London seeks an HR Officer to support daily HR operations. Responsibilities include recruitment, compliance oversight, and managing employee relations. Candidates should have a background in HR, preferably within an educational setting. Strong communication skills and relevant HR qualifications are essential. The role offers a competitive salary ranging from £35,000 to £39,000 per annum.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a similar HR role, ideally in an education/school environment.
• Understanding of employment law and HR best practices.
• Experience with recruitment and safer recruitment practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day HR support and guidance to school leaders and staff.
• Manage recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Oversee compliance with recruitment and safeguarding procedures.
• Maintain and update HR records and personnel files.

Skills

Experience in a similar HR role

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Organisational and administrative skills

Proactive and solution-focused approach

Education

CIPD Level 3 or higher

Tools

HRIS systems (e.g., SIMS, Bromcom, Arbor)

Job description

Job Title: HR Officer

Location: East London

Hours: 08 00, Monday to Friday

Contract: Temporary/Permanent 52 weeks per year

Salary: £35,000 £39,000 per annum (depending on experience)

Start Date: ASAP

About the role:

Complete classroom services are looking for an HR Officer, who will play a pivotal role in supporting the day-to-day HR operations across the Trust. You’ll work closely with school leaders, staff, and the wider HR team to ensure effective HR service delivery in line with policies, employment law, and best practice.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, is highly organised, and can confidently handle a wide range of HR responsibilities with professionalism and discretion. With your background in schools or education, you’ll understand the importance of compliance, safeguarding, and the unique challenges of supporting staff in an educational setting.

Your role will cover everything from recruitment and onboarding to managing employee relations cases and advising on policies and procedures. You’ll also be instrumental in ensuring HR systems and records are accurate, up to date, and compliant.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing day-to-day HR support and guidance to school leaders and staff
• Managing recruitment and onboarding processes (advertising roles, arranging interviews, issuing offer letters and contracts)
• Overseeing compliance with safer recruitment and safeguarding procedures (e.g. DBS checks, Right to Work, references)
• Maintaining and updating HR records and personnel files
• Managing sickness and absence reporting and supporting return-to-work processes
• Coordinating performance management and appraisal processes
• Supporting disciplinary, grievance, and capability procedures
• Assisting with policy development, implementation, and adherence
• Preparing HR reports and data analysis for senior leaders
• Ensuring the HRIS (HR Information System) is up-to-date and accurate
• Liaising with payroll to ensure accurate and timely processing
• Supporting training and staff development initiatives

Candidate Requirements

• Proven experience in a similar HR role (ideally within an education/school environment)
• A good understanding of employment law and HR best practices
• Experience with recruitment and safer recruitment practices
• Excellent organisational and administrative skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information professionally
• A proactive, flexible, and solution-focused approach
• CIPD Level 3 or higher (desirable but not essential)
• Experience using HRIS or school-specific systems (e.g., SIMS, Bromcom, Arbor, etc.)