School HR Officer


Company:	Hays Specialist Recruitment
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Northampton, NN4 1QQ
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	9 Oct 2026
Closing date:	30 Oct 2026

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Summary

NorthamptonFull-time | Permanent

Are you an experienced HR professional looking for your next opportunity? We are recruiting for a Human Resources Officer to join a busy and supportive college team in Northampton.

YOUR ROLE WILL INCLUDE:

* Managing end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes.

* Supporting the full employee lifecycle for a designated staff group.

* Managing staff absence processes and maintaining HR records.

* Producing HR correspondence and contractual documentation.

* Providing HR advice and support to staff and managers.

* Supporting employee relations casework and investigations.

* Assisting with HR reporting, compliance, policies, and wellbeing initiatives.

* Deputising for the HR Manager when required.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

* Previous HR experience is essential.

* Level 5 CIPD is desirable but not essential.

* Strong knowledge of HR processes and employment practices.

* Excellent organisational and communication skills.

* Ability to manage a varied workload and maintain confidentiality.

* Experience within education or a similar environment is advantageous.

WHAT YOU'LL GET IN RETURN:

* Competitive hourly rate

* Full-time, stable opportunity within a supportive environment.

* Immediate start available.

* Dedicated Hays consultant supporting you throughout the process.

If you're available immediately and have strong HR experience, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to find out more.

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