HR Officer – Good Secondary School – Southampton

HR Officer Good Secondary School Southampton
Start Date: As soon as possible
Contract: Full-time Permanent
Salary: Paid to scale

School Information

This Good-rated 1118 secondary school in Southampton (Sholing area) is well-regarded for its strong staff culture excellent leadership and commitment to fostering an inclusive supportive environment. The school has grown significantly in recent years and now operates with a highly efficient administrative and HR team that supports over 150 teaching and support staff.

The school prides itself on its positive staff wellbeing initiatives structured professional development pathways and open collaborative working environment. The HR department plays a crucial role in staff onboarding recruitment compliance policies and maintaining a safe and well-run school environment.

The school benefits from modern office facilities a centralised HR management system and a leadership team that values communication professionalism and support across all departments.

Role Information

The school is seeking an organised proactive and professional HR Officer to provide high-quality HR administration and operational support across the school.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the full recruitment cycle: advertising roles shortlisting arranging interviews and issuing offer letters

• Processing DBS checks right-to-work documentation and safeguarding compliance

• Coordinating onboarding and induction processes for all new staff

• Maintaining personnel files and updating staff details on the HR system

• Supporting payroll administration staff absence recording and contractual changes

• Advising staff on HR policies procedures and employment matters

• Assisting with staff wellbeing initiatives and internal communications

• Ensuring compliance with safer recruitment statutory guidance

• Preparing HR reports for senior leaders and governors

• Supporting the performance management cycle and CPD tracking

This role is central to maintaining efficient compliant operations within the school.

Requirements

• Experience in HR (school setting desirable but not essential)

• Strong understanding of HR processes policies and employment law

• Exceptional organisational skills and attention to detail

• Excellent communication and professional conduct

• Ability to use HR systems MIS platforms and Microsoft Office

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work discreetly and sensitively

• Ability to manage multiple deadlines and competing priorities

• Commitment to safeguarding and safer recruitment practices

Application

To apply please send your CV as soon as possible.