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HR Manager – Southwark | Join an Established Secondary School


Job Location:

London - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 18 September 2026 (12 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 16 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Southwark ASAP Start Temporary to Permanent MondayFriday 8:30am4:30pm Term Time Only FTE

A well-established secondary school in Southwark is looking for an experienced HR Manager to join its team as soon as possible.

Youll have responsibility for the schools day-to-day HR function and will work closely with an HR Assistant senior leaders and line managers across the school.

About the Position

The role covers a broad range of HR activity including:

  • Providing practical HR advice to managers and staff.

  • Managing recruitment and safer recruitment processes.

  • Supporting employee relations cases.

  • Overseeing absence probation and performance processes.

  • Managing contracts and staff changes.

  • Maintaining accurate HR records and systems.

  • Ensuring the Single Central Register is kept up to date.

  • Supporting payroll and workforce information.

  • Reviewing and implementing HR policies.

  • Working alongside the HR Assistant on general HR administration.

Who Were Looking For

The ideal candidate will have previous HR experience within a school academy college or similar education environment.

You should be confident advising managers have a good understanding of current employment legislation and be able to deal with sensitive matters calmly and professionally.

A CIPD qualification would be advantageous along with experience of safer recruitment and safeguarding requirements.

The Benefits
  • Temporary-to-permanent position.

  • Term-time-only working.

  • FTE depending on experience.

  • MondayFriday 8:30am4:30pm.

  • HR Assistant support.

  • Pension scheme.

  • Employee wellbeing benefits.

  • Training and development opportunities.

How to Apply

If youre an experienced HR professional and available for an ASAP start please apply with your CV.

Well contact suitable candidates to discuss the role and the opportunity to become permanent.

If shortlisted you will be contacted within 72 hours.


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