Human Resources Manager

St Peter'S College; Gauteng; On-site; ZAR 550 000 - 750 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading independent school in Gauteng is seeking a committed and hardworking Human Resources Manager. The role involves leading HR policies, overseeing recruitment and staff wellbeing, and championing transformation across the College. Candidates should possess a relevant qualification in Human Resources and have a minimum of 5 years' experience in HR, preferably in an educational setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a HR role, preferably within an educational environment.
• Deep understanding of labour law and HR best practices.
• Commitment to ethical leadership and confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development and implementation of HR policies and practices.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and staff wellbeing.
• Champion transformation, diversity, and inclusion across the College.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Conflict resolution

Change management

HR best practices

Education

Relevant qualification in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Job Advert SummarySt Peter's College is an independant Anglican Diocesan school for boys and girls from Grade 8 to Grade 12.

The school was founded in

to meet the demand for a co-educational high school in northern Sandton.

St Peter's College offers and integrated and relevant South African high school eductation.The aim of the College is to ensure that individual potential is achieved through exposure to a wide range of excellent academic, spiritual, sporting, creative, cultural and community activities.

Our goal is to create and maintain an environment where trust and respect for the individual prevails, where diversity and inclusion are valued, and where individual responsibility is fostered within the context of teamwork.St Peter's College is currently seeking to appoint a committed, reliable and hardworking Human Resources Manager.

Minimum Requirements

• A relevant qualification in Human Resources, Industrial Psychology, or a related field.
• Registration with a professional body (e.g. HPCSA or SABPP) is advantageous.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a HR role, preferably within an educational environment.
• Proven experience in HR strategy, employee relations, performance management, and organisational development.
• Strategic thinker with strong leadership and organisational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict resolution abilities.
• Deep understanding of labour law, HR best practices, and transformation principles.
• Mitment to ethical leadership, confidentiality, and servant leadership.
• Ability to foster a positive, inclusive, and values-driven workplace culture.
• Skilled in change management and staff development.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development and implementation of HR policies and practices.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and staff wellbeing.
• Support leadership teams with workforce planning and organisational development.
• Ensure compliance with labour legislation and uphold best HR practices.
• Champion transformation, diversity, and inclusion across the College.
• Manage HR systems, records, and reporting.
• Facilitate professional development and training initiatives.
• Act as a trusted advisor to staff and leadership on HR matters.