People Compliance Officer

Salary:NJC Grade F: 35412 - 39152 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 26319 (F24) and 29099 (F28) gross per annum (subject to change depending on agreed working pattern on appointment)

Working Pattern:This is afixed term maternity cover positionworking 27.5hours per week 52weeks per yearuntil September 2027

The Harbour Schools Partnership are seeking a People Compliance Officer to join our central People Services team.

About the Role

The People Compliance Officer works as part of the People Team under the direction of the People Services Lead and is responsible for managing a small administrative team to support in compliance processes.

The role ensures a compliant approach to all aspects of HR administration including recruitment contracts of employment statutory training and Keeping Children Safe in Education.

What Were Looking For

We are looking for someone who can bring experience and knowledgeto the role.

Essential qualities include:

• Experience of allocation of tasks and managing people in a HR setting
• Understanding of the Trust Strategy particularly in relation to recruitment and other people processes
• Excellent and timely communication to all levels of staff in the Trust

Desirable (but not essential):

• Knowledge of line management processes including probation capability wellbeing
• Educated to degree level preferable in a HR or business setting
• Understanding of EVP in People processes

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 September 2026.

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.