HR Officer | Outstanding Secondary School | Hackney

A high-performing secondary school in Hackney is looking to appoint a dedicated HR Officer to join its support team on a full-time permanent basis from September 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for an organised HR professional to join a thriving school with a strong reputation for staff development collaboration and academic excellence. Working closely with the HR Manager School Business Manager and Senior Leadership Team youll play an important role in delivering an efficient and people-focused HR service while supporting the schools commitment to attracting and retaining exceptional staff.

As HR Officer youll support the day-to-day delivery of the schools HR function ensuring processes are efficient compliant and employee-focused.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Coordinating recruitment and safer recruitment processes

• Preparing contracts offer letters and onboarding documentation

• Maintaining HR systems and accurate personnel records

• Supporting employee relations absence management and HR casework

• Assisting with payroll changes and contract amendments

• Monitoring compliance with employment legislation and safeguarding requirements

• Supporting staff wellbeing initiatives and HR projects

• Responding to HR queries from employees and managers

This successful 1118 secondary school is recognised for its supportive leadership excellent staff retention and commitment to professional development. Staff enjoy working in a collaborative environment where every team member is valued and encouraged to grow.

Applications are welcomed from experienced HR Officers HR Assistants HR Coordinators HR Administrators or candidates with previous HR experience looking to progress their career within education.

Youll be highly organised have excellent communication skills and possess a good understanding of HR processes and employment legislation.

As part of the schools safer recruitment procedures references from your current (or most recent) employer and a previous employer will be required before an interview can be arranged.

• per annum

• Full-time permanent position

• September 2026 start

• Local Government Pension Scheme

• Excellent CPD and career progression opportunities

• Employee wellbeing programme

• Modern offices and supportive leadership team

The school is interviewing as soon as suitable applications are received so early applications are encouraged.

If youre looking to develop your HR career within a successful secondary school where youll make a genuine contribution to staff and school success wed love to hear from you. Submit your CV today for immediate consideration.