HR Systems Development Officer

Salary:NJC Grade D: 26824 - 28598 FTE (This will be paid pro-rata to reflect hours and weeks worked)

Please note that the pro-rata salary for this role is between 8485 (D8) and 9046 (D12)gross per annum (subject to change depending on agreed working pattern on appointment)

Working Pattern:This is afixed term maternity cover positionworking 13hours per week 41weeks per yearuntil September 2027

The Harbour Schools Partnership are looking for a HR System Development Officer to join the team from October 2026.

About the Role

The HR Systems Development Officer willsupport the implementation and development of The Harbour Schools Partnerships new HR and Payroll system by ensuring that HR processes workflows and user functionality are configured effectively and meet the operational needs of schools and Harbour Support services.

The postholder will act as a key link between end users the software implementation team and People team helping to design test and refine HR workflows and processes support system development pilot new functionality and assist with training and roll out across the Trust.

This role is particularly suited to an experienced school administrator with a good understanding of HR and payroll processes who can bring an end-user perspective to the development of the system.

What Were Looking For

Essential qualities include:

• Understanding of key HR processes including recruitment onboarding contractual changes and employee records
• Experience of supporting HR and/or payroll administration processes
• Understanding of payroll administration processes

Desirable(but not essential):

• Experience of implementing new systems or processes
• Experience of testing new software or systems developments
• Understanding of NJC and education sector employment practices

If youre passionate about supporting schools in helping children succeed across Devonwed love to hear from you.

This role requires an enhanced DBS disclosure.

To apply forthis role please submit your application online; your supporting statement should outline your suitability for the post.

The closing date for applications is 12 noon on11th September2026 interviews will be held on17th September2026.

Successful applicants will be subject to an online search.

The Harbour Schools Partnership require all applicants to be eligible to work in the UK with no restrictions as we are unable to offer sponsorship/work visas. You will be required to provide proof of Right to Work at interview stage.

The Harbour Schools Partnership is an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and an enhanced disclosure is required for this post.

Our Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy is available on the relevant school website.