School HR Officer

Remedy Education • Permanent • London, Greater London, England, United Kingdom • £18 - £20 / hour • 4h ago

Location: Lewisham
Start Date: September 2026
Salary: £18 - £20 per hour
Contract: Temporary to Permanent
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am until 4.30pm

Human Resources Officer

Are you an experienced HR Administrator or aspiring HR professional looking for your next opportunity? Join a supportive and collaborative education trust as a Human Resources Officer, providing essential HR support across schools within the Lewisham area. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly organised and proactive individual who is passionate about people, compliance, and making a positive impact within education.

Responsibilities:

Provide first-line HR support and guidance to staff and managers.
Support recruitment activities, including advertising vacancies, arranging interviews, and communicating with candidates.
Process employment checks and maintain compliance with safeguarding requirements.
Maintain and update Single Central Records (SCRs) and HR systems.
Produce HR documentation relating to starters, leavers, and contractual changes.
Support payroll processes, including contract variations, absences, overtime, starters, and leavers.
Assist with formal HR meetings, note-taking, audits, reporting, and general HR administration.
Work closely with school leaders and administration teams to ensure accurate staff records and compliance.

Requirements:

A-Level qualification or equivalent.
Previous HR administration experience or experience working within a busy office environment.
Strong IT skills and experience using HR or management systems.
Excellent communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to manage competing priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
Professional, confidential, and resilient approach to work.
A proactive attitude with a commitment to continuous improvement and professional development.
CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent) desirable.
Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Commitment to Safeguarding:

Our client is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff to share this commitment. The recruitment process is aligned with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Offers of employment are contingent upon successful background checks, including an Enhanced DBS check, right to work in the UK, and satisfactory references.

How to Apply:

Interested in this role? Submit your CV today. If you have the relevant HR experience and are looking to develop your career within a supportive educational environment, we would love to hear from you. Successful applicants will be contacted to discuss the opportunity further.

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