A large and ambitious Secondary School in Watford is seeking a knowledgeable and proactive HR Officer to join their central operations team from January. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone experienced in HR who is ready to step into a dynamic school environment where safeguarding recruitment and staff support are at the heart of daily operations.
Full-time permanent January start
Overseeing recruitment onboarding compliance and HR administration
Working closely with the HR Manager and Headteacher
This school has a strong reputation locally for academic success positive behaviour and excellent staff support. The HR department is a pivotal part of maintaining compliance standards and ensuring smooth staffing operations.
The successful candidate will join a friendly and hardworking team that values accuracy confidentiality commitment and strong teamwork. The school provides excellent CPD including opportunities for CIPD development.
Managing recruitment from advertising to onboarding
Conducting DBS checks references right-to-work and safeguarding documentation
Maintaining personnel files absence records and payroll changes
Supporting staff wellbeing and HR queries
Providing accurate and timely reports for senior leaders
Ensuring the school meets KCSIE and safer recruitment requirements
Experience in HR or school HR strongly preferred
Understanding of Safer Recruitment (training provided if needed)
Strong administrative capability with exceptional attention to detail
Excellent interpersonal communication and organisational skills
Support staff scale dependent on experience; potential for progression.
Please send your application with your CV to Natalie Hunter as soon as possible.
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