HR Officer | Outstanding Secondary School | Norwich

An Outstanding secondary school in Norwich is seeking a professional and highly organised HR Officer to join its Human Resources team from April. This is a full-time permanent position ideal for someone with experience in HR administration within education or a similar professional environment.

About the School

This Outstanding secondary school in Norwich is renowned for its high academic standards excellent leadership and supportive staff culture. The school places great emphasis on staff wellbeing and professional development ensuring that all employees are supported and valued.

The HR team plays a key role in maintaining smooth operations across the school supporting staff recruitment onboarding payroll and compliance with employment regulations. The HR Officer ensures policies are implemented effectively and provides guidance and assistance to all staff.

About the Role

The successful candidate will support the HR department in delivering efficient accurate and timely HR services across the school. You will work closely with senior leadership to manage HR processes ensure compliance with employment legislation and provide advice and support to staff.

Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting recruitment processes including job adverts shortlisting and interview coordination

• Assisting with staff onboarding contracts and induction processes

• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date HR records and databases

• Supporting payroll administration and staff absence tracking

• Providing guidance to staff on HR policies procedures and employment regulations

• Assisting with performance management processes and staff appraisal documentation

• Ensuring compliance with safeguarding health & safety and statutory employment requirements

• Supporting HR projects and initiatives as required

Experience and Skills

The successful candidate will:

• Have experience in HR administration ideally within education or a similar professional environment

• Be highly organised and able to manage multiple tasks and deadlines

• Demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Be confident in using HR software and Microsoft Office applications

• Have a strong understanding of employment law and HR best practices

• Be professional proactive and able to maintain confidentiality at all times

Why Join This School

• Outstanding secondary school with a supportive and collaborative leadership team

• Opportunity to work in a professional and structured HR environment

• Clear career progression and professional development opportunities

• Positive working culture with emphasis on staff wellbeing and support

Salary

Competitive depending on experience.

Application

To apply for this HR Officer role in Norwich please submit your CV.