Harlow
Job Description – HR Lead (Part-Time, Maternity cover) Purpose of the Role The HR Lead will provide strategic and operational leadership of human resources across the school on a part-time basis. The postholder will ensure effective people management, statutory compliance, and high-quality HR administration, while supporting staff wellbeing and contributing to the school’s ethos and culture. 4 days per week - 2.5 hours per week - Term time + Inset days Start date - March 2025 Experience within Education is essential Must hold and Enhanced DBS on the update service or be willing to obtain one. Key Responsibilities HR Leadership and Strategy Act as the lead professional for HR matters within the school, working closely with the Headteacher, SLT, and HR Business Partner. Provide advice and guidance on HR policies, procedures, and employment legislation, ensuring Trust policies are consistently applied. Keep up to date with changes in HR legislation and Trust procedures, ensuring best practice across recruitment, induction, probation, performance management, and exit processes.Recruitment and Safer Recruitment Lead and coordinate the recruitment, selection, and appointment of all staff in partnership with the Headteacher. Ensure all recruitment activity complies with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and safer recruitment guidelines. Oversee the completion and quality of recruitment documentation, including adverts, job descriptions, and person specifications. Coordinate the induction of new staff, ensuring all documentation and compliance checks are completed.Payroll, Workforce, and HR Systems Oversee and ensure the accuracy of all payroll-related information entered into the Edupay portal, working with the payroll provider to ensure monthly payroll is correct. Manage HR system records, including starters, leavers, contractual and salary changes, overtime, expenses, and staff absences. Ensure Bromcom and other HR systems are accurately maintained. Support the SLT Cover Lead with the administration of daily staff cover, including supply staff coordination. Undertake the administration of the School Workforce Census.Employee Relations and Staff Management Lead on staff absence management in line with the BMAT Absence Management Policy, including return-to-work meetings, trigger meetings, reasonable adjustments, and Occupational Health referrals. Coordinate and oversee probation processes, ensuring timelines and documentation are communicated clearly to managers and employees. Ensure the administration of the Performance Management Review (PMR) process for all staff. Provide guidance and support on staff wellbeing and risk assessments. Support and advise on complex HR cases, including grievances, disciplinaries, and capability matters.Contracts, Compliance, and Records Oversee the preparation of employment contracts, offer letters, and starter packs in liaison with the HR Business Partner and Headteacher. Manage the offboarding process for staff leavers, including exit interviews, leaver documentation, and removal of system access. Maintain the Single Central Record (SCR) for all employees and relevant non-employees. Ensure all DBS applications are completed, monitored, and kept up to date. Support the administration of Certificates of Sponsorship (CoS) for overseas employees. Maintain secure and confidential personnel files in line with GDPR, statutory requirements, and school policies. Minute HR meetings as required.Additional Duties Play a full part in the life of the school community, supporting its mission and ethos. Actively engage in personal development and the Performance Management Review process. Undertake any other reasonable duties as directed by the Headteacher or HR Business Partner. Comply with Health and Safety requirements and complete risk assessments as appropriate. Work in accordance with the school’s safeguarding and child protection policies, raising concerns where necessary. Ensure compliance with GDPR and data protection requirements, reporting any data breaches immediately