HR & Compliance Officer – Primary Academy – South Yorkshire
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21 hours ago
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Job Summary
A large and well-regarded primary academy in South Yorkshire is seeking a meticulous and proactive HR & Compliance Officer to join its senior administrative team. This is a pivotal operational role within a busy 311 setting serving over 500 pupils supporting both the Headteacher and School Business Manager in maintaining high standards of safeguarding staff compliance and workforce management.
The school is known locally for its strong leadership inclusive ethos and well-structured internal systems. Administrative and HR functions are taken seriously and viewed as central to the smooth and safe running of the school.
The Role
This position focuses on three key areas: HR administration safeguarding compliance and statutory record-keeping.
HR Administration
You will oversee:
Staff recruitment administration from advert to appointment
Safer recruitment documentation and pre-employment checks
Maintenance of the Single Central Record
Contract variations and payroll liaison
Absence monitoring and reporting
Support for appraisal documentation and CPD tracking
Personnel file management in line with GDPR
The school employs over 70 staff including teachers teaching assistants pastoral staff and support teams so accuracy and organisation are critical.
Compliance & Safeguarding
Working closely with the Designated Safeguarding Lead and School Business Manager you will:
Ensure all safeguarding checks are up to date and auditable
Maintain training records (Prevent First Aid KCSIE)
Coordinate compliance documentation for audits and trust reviews
Support health & safety monitoring processes
Prepare documentation for Ofsted and local authority visits
The school has a strong safeguarding culture and expects high standards of record-keeping and vigilance.
The School
This vibrant primary academy serves a diverse community and benefits from modern classroom blocks alongside refurbished early years facilities. It has been recognised for strong leadership and clear organisational structures.
Administrative systems are well-established but the school is continually refining processes to improve efficiency and compliance. You will be joining a supportive office team that values professionalism and collaboration.
Working Relationships
You will work closely with:
The Headteacher
School Business Manager
Office Manager
Designated Safeguarding Lead
Payroll provider
External HR advisors
Clear communication and discretion are essential particularly when handling confidential staff matters.
About You
Previous HR or school administration experience
Strong understanding of safer recruitment and compliance processes
Confident maintaining a Single Central Record
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
Comfortable using school MIS systems (SIMS Arbor or equivalent)
Calm under pressure and able to prioritise effectively
Experience in a primary school setting would be advantageous but is not essential.
Whats on Offer
Stable and supportive working environment
Term-time plus contract
Clear role structure with professional autonomy
Ongoing training and CPD opportunities
Competitive salary aligned to experience
This is an excellent opportunity for a detail-focused HR professional who wants to play a key role in maintaining safe compliant and efficient school operations.
Key Skills
- Compliance Management
- Risk Management
- Financial Services
- PCI
- Banking
- Cost Accounting Standards
- Quality Systems
- Research Experience
- NIST Standards
- Securities Law
- SOX
- ISO 27000
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