School HR Manager (TTO)

We are looking for a HR Manager at Orchard Park High School. Orchard Park is a highly successful school proud of its ambitions and diverse community and we pride ourselves on routines, systems and excellence. We are a calm, happy and high achieving school.  

The successful applicant must be passionate about education and the improvement of life changes for our children, and committed to continuing to develop the foundations we have already built here at Orchard Park High School. 

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive, non-selective and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth.

We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’.

Main responsibilities:

The HR Manager is an essential role in managing the HR provision. This is a stand-alone role reporting to the Regional HR Partner of the Trust. The post-holder will be responsible for operational HR, ensuring compliance with Trust and school policies and procedures, employment and education legislation and best practice, as well as promoting effective employee relations. 

• Lead on the management of all HR, employment and employee matters for the School.
• To be responsible for the coordination and production of letters of appointments and contracts to all employees, including carrying out relevant employment vetting checks, to include: DBS; right to work, overseas checks; TRA checks; qualifications, references etc.
• Lead on managing the School’s SCR, keeping it up to date and in line with national guidance and Ofsted requirements.
• Meet with Ofsted inspectors during inspections and be accountable to them and the Headteacher for ensuring the School continues to have an accurate SCR.
• To be responsible for implementing the induction process for all new staff, governors and visitors; this includes organising vetting checks, arranging IT logins, issuing ID badges.
• To ensure that all staff personnel details are included in individual secure personnel files and the School’s HR portal is fully maintained. 
• Complete the School Workforce Census.
• Oversee and manage staff absence procedures

You will also be responsible for:

• Employee Relations
• Recruitment
• Payroll & Pensions
• Staff Training

You will need:

• Educated to at least A-level standard (or equivalent)
• Educated to at least GCSE grade C/4 standard (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics
• Experience of working in a Human Resources related environment
• CIPD Level 3/5 qualification 
• Good knowledge of employment law
• Knowledge and understanding of key HR processes e.g. recruitment, appraisals, absence management
• Working knowledge of relevant HR issues and an up-to-date understanding of HR good practice
• Experience of HR systems and databases as well as excellent computer literacy
• Experience of managing a payroll system and some knowledge of PAYE
• Experience working in a school or similar establishment would be an advantage but not essential

What’s in it for you:

• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• Blue Light Card
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym Discounts
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Green car scheme
• Being part of a great team and expanding organisation

Please download the recruitment pack for further information.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 1st December 2024. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.