Senior Human Resources Business Partner

Launch Education; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious independent school in North West London seeks an experienced Senior HR Business Partner to enhance its people strategy and ensure a positive work environment. The role demands strong strategic HR experience, knowledge of UK employment law, and excellent interpersonal skills. The successful candidate will lead HR initiatives and support senior leaders in promoting a culture of wellbeing and inclusion. This is a full-time, permanent position encouraging proactive applications before the closing date of 17th Dec 2025.

Qualifications

• CIPD Level 5 or above is essential.
• Strong operational HR background, supporting senior leaders.
• Confidence in handling complex employee relations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of the school’s people strategy.
• Provide expert HR advice to senior leaders.
• Oversee HR operations, including compliance and policy development.

Skills

Strategic HR background

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of UK employment law

Change management

Relationship-building

Education

CIPD Level 5 or equivalent HR leadership experience

Job description

Senior HR Business Partner (Full-time, Permanent) – North West London, Independent School

Location: North West London

Closing date: 17th Dec 2025

Are you a strategic and relationship-driven HR professional passionate about developing people, shaping organisational culture and contributing to an exceptional educational environment?

Our client, a highly regarded independent day school in North West London, is seeking a Senior HR Business Partner to drive its people strategy and help foster a positive, thriving workplace for all staff.

About the School

• A respected and long-established independent school known for its high standards, inclusive ethos and commitment to staff and student wellbeing.
• Set within spacious, peaceful grounds that create a collaborative and supportive working environment.
• This role sits within a forward-thinking People & Culture team, offering meaningful influence over culture, wellbeing, engagement and staff development across the school.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on the development and implementation of the school’s people strategy, promoting a culture of wellbeing, inclusion and continuous improvement.
• Provide expert HR advice to senior leaders and managers on employment law, employee relations, organisational change and HR best practice.
• Oversee high-quality HR operations, including safeguarding compliance, HR procedures and policy development.
• Champion equity, diversity and inclusion across all areas of the school.
• Use HR data and analytics to support workforce planning and strategic decision-making.
• Drive staff engagement, retention and professional development initiatives.
• Line-manage the HR, Payroll & Pensions Administrator to ensure smooth and compliant HR administration.

Person Specification

Essential

• CIPD Level 5 (or above) or equivalent HR leadership experience.
• Strong strategic and operational HR background, including experience supporting senior leaders.
• Confidence handling complex employee relations, change management and organisational development.
• Up-to-date knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and relationship-building skills.
• High emotional intelligence, discretion and a strong commitment to safeguarding, equality and wellbeing.

Desirable

• Experience working within an educational or independent school environment.
• Understanding of sector-specific recruitment and retention challenges.

Please apply via the link, including a copy of your CV. Early applications are encouraged, as interviews may take place before the closing date.