Human Resources Officer

7 months ago


Lewes, United Kingdom Northease Manor School Full time

Northease Manor School is looking to recruit an enthusiastic, self-motivated, and ambitious HR officer who has worked in a similar environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual to work in a specialist SEND setting, contributing to the smooth operations of Human Resources across all areas.

The HR officer will work closely with the Headteacher, the Finance Manager and Senior Leadership Team, offering support and guidance with all HR matters when required. The role incorporates both strategic and operational HR, supported by our external HR advisers.

**JOB DESCRIPTION**

Job Title: Human Resources Officer

**Salary**: £35,000 FTE (pro rata)

Line Manager: Headteacher

Working Hours: Part-time 4 days (30 hours per week)

Working Weeks: 52 weeks

Contract: Permanent

Holiday entitlement: 6.6 weeks (pro rata)

**Main purpose of the role**:

- Ensure compliance with relevant internal policies and procedures as well as external requirements (including relevant employment legislation, safer recruitment compliance and relevant codes of practice)
- Provide advice and guidance to the Headteacher, Senior Leadership Team (SLT), and Governing Body
- Support the implementation of HR strategy through delivery of delegated projects
- Maintain an accurate HR database and ensure compliance by efficiently managing the Single Central Register
- Maintaining confidentiality is critical to this role

**Advice and Support**
- The HR Manager is expected to lead on guidance and support regarding the full range of HR activities, including policies and procedures, terms and conditions of employment, absence management, recruitment, staff well-being, maternity/paternity/adoption/SPL, performance management, employee relations, learning and development, restructuring, safeguarding (including overseeing the Single Central Register) and internal communications to ensure there is a consistent and fair approach to people management throughout the school
- To act as the first point of contact and provide support, advice and guidance for all staff in relation to HR matters (including information on contracts, recruitment, maternity/paternity/adoption/SP leave, flexible working requests, absence management, staff benefits, training and compliance etc.)
- Maintain up to date knowledge of relevant regulatory and compliance requirements, employment law, data protection and health and safety
- Make regular contact with managers to ensure in depth knowledge of the service
- Build a coaching culture with managers to support them in dealing with people and performance management issues to assist in developing high performing teams.
- Keep up to date with legal developments, ensuring policies are updated and advise on compliance and risk factors

**Absence Management**
- To monitor absence alongside the Administrative Service Manager and work with the SLT and Line Managers to initiate and oversee the Attendance Management procedure, which includes advice when triggers are reached
- Working alongside the Administrative Service Manager to ensure **all **absence records are accurately maintained, recorded and regularly updated

**Recruitment**
- To manage and advise the school on all aspects of the recruitment process
- To work closely with colleagues and external parties (where necessary) in order to fulfil recruitment needs and actively be looking at new approaches to reach new potential applicants
- To participate in the process involved in the appointment of staff, as appropriate
- Responsible for maintaining an up-to-date database of all job descriptions
- To manage safer recruitment process ensuring all newly appointed staff have under-gone relevant pre-employment checks, this includes; Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check; verification of qualifications, satisfactory references, health clearance, and employment gaps
- To assist the Headteacher and SLT with monitoring the induction and probation process
- Record keeping / databases and analysis
- To be responsible for the implementation, updating and accuracy of staff personnel records and to provide reports, when requested by the Headteacher and SLT
- To provide statistical information, internal school evaluation data and other relevant information on staffing as required to the Headteacher and SLT
- To ensure that all templates relating to employment matters are maintained centrally on the shared drive and that confidential information is stored safely and confidentially including the hard copy personnel files

**Other duties**:

- To advice SLT in the performance management (PM) of staff. To recommend on appropriate measures and potential solutions during the PM process
- To develop and improve internal practices where needed
- To ensure that school staff are aware of school policies and procedures and able to operate within them effectively
- To co-ordinate and support investigations, grievance and disciplinary matters in conjunction with the SLT
- To ensure that monthl



  • Lewes, United Kingdom Northease Manor School Full time

    Northease Manor School is looking to recruit an enthusiastic, self-motivated, and ambitious HR officer who has worked in a similar environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual to work in a specialist SEND setting, contributing to the smooth operations of Human Resources across all areas. Job Title: Human Resources Officer **Salary**:...


  • Lewes, East Sussex, United Kingdom Lewes Full time

    Job DescriptionWe are seeking an experienced Human Resources Manager to join our client's team in Lewes, UK. This leading charity offers exceptional education and care for children and young adults with complex neurodisabilities.Responsibilities and DutiesProvide HR guidance throughout the employee lifecycle, ensuring a positive and supportive work...


  • Lewes, East Sussex, United Kingdom Ad Warrior Full time

    We are seeking a highly skilled Human Resources Specialist to join our team at Ad Warrior. As a key member of the HR department, you will provide expert guidance to managers and colleagues, support key change initiatives, and ensure smooth people processes.Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities:Offering HR advice across the colleague lifecycleManaging colleague...


  • Lewes, East Sussex, United Kingdom Dedicate Recruitment Ltd Full time

    We are recruiting for a Senior Human Resources Partner to support our client's community schools in Brighton.This role will involve working closely with Principals and school leaders to build relationships with key stakeholders and provide strategic HR advice.Key responsibilities include:Supervising two staffProviding coaching and guidance to management...

  • Resource Coordinator

    2 weeks ago


    Lewes, East Sussex, United Kingdom Ad Warrior Ltd Full time

    About the RoleAs a Resource Coordinator at Ad Warrior Ltd, you will play a vital part in ensuring the safe, efficient, and high-quality delivery of care services. Your primary responsibility will be to schedule and coordinate colleague working hours, manage resources, and maintain compliance with regulations and policies.The ideal candidate will have strong...


  • Lewes, East Sussex, United Kingdom Ad Warrior Ltd Full time

    About the Company:Ad Warrior Ltd is a leading charity that values its colleagues and strives to create a positive work environment.The Role:We are seeking an experienced HR Advisor to join our team, playing a key role in providing HR advice across the colleague lifecycle. This includes managing colleague relations, performance, and absence.Key...

  • Resource Coordinator

    2 months ago


    Lewes, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Resource Coordinator Location: Lewes Salary: £29,000 - £34,000 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week The Foundation is a leading charity dedicated to providing exceptional education and care for children and young adults with complex neurodisabilities, physical disabilities and health needs. Their state-of-the-art facilities and expert colleagues...

  • Fitter

    1 week ago


    Lewes, United Kingdom Vital Human Resources Full time

    Job DetailsLooking for an HV/Mechanical FitterSubstation experience desired. 2-3 months work.Must have CSCS or Safety passport.£26-£30.Bonus pay Included (£150)

  • Enforcement Officer

    7 months ago


    Lewes, United Kingdom RSR Public Safety Full time

    RSR are currently recruiting for** Enforcement Officer** **Location**:Lewes, East Sussex **Contract**: Rolling 3-month contract **Work hours**: Part time - 24 hours a week - Tuesday to Thursday - Hybrid **Salary**: £19.50 per hour PAYE **Vacancies**:1 **Main duties and responsibilities** - To properly handle evidence, records and data to ensure that...


  • Lewes, East Sussex, United Kingdom Teaching Personnel Full time

    Are you looking for a career-defining opportunity in human resources? Teaching Personnel is currently recruiting for an HR Partner to join their multi-academy trust in Brighton and Hove. As an HR Partner, you will play a vital role in shaping the trust's HR strategy and providing expert guidance to schools and the central team.Key ResponsibilitiesDevelop and...


  • Lewes, East Sussex, United Kingdom Priory School Full time

    Priory School, a well-regarded institution in the region, seeks an experienced Librarian and Learning Resources Manager to fill a maternity cover position. The successful candidate will be responsible for developing and maintaining the school library as a vibrant space for reading, individual study, and student support.The ideal candidate will play a key...

  • General Manager

    4 weeks ago


    Lewes, United Kingdom Retail Human Resources Plc Full time

    Salary: £44000.00 to £46000.00 per year Plus bonusPosition: General ManagerCalling all experience embracers and foodie connoisseurs – there's a new job in town. It takes a special kind of person to join us here at Côte as a General Manager. Do you think you've got what it takes to share joy and make it special for your team and guests? Are you the kind...

  • General Manager

    2 weeks ago


    Lewes, United Kingdom Retail Human Resources plc Full time

    Salary: £44000.00 to £46000.00 per year Plus bonusPosition: General ManagerCalling all experience embracers and foodie connoisseurs – there’s a new job in town. It takes a special kind of person to join us here at Côte as a General Manager. Do you think you’ve got what it takes to share joy and make it special for your team and guests? Are you the...


  • Lewes, East Sussex, United Kingdom Retail Human Resources plc Full time

    About the Role:Côte is seeking an experienced and ambitious leader to join our team as a Restaurant Operations Leader.Key Responsibilities:Employee Benefits: Enjoy meals from our employee menu, annual salary plus discretionary bonus, permanent contract, 48 hours per week, and more.Bonus Scheme: Refer friends to join Côte and earn a bonus (terms and...


  • Lewes, East Sussex, United Kingdom Ad Warrior Ltd Full time

    Overview of the Role:We are currently seeking a skilled HR Advisor to join our team at Ad Warrior Ltd, a reputable charity based in Lewes. In this position, you will have the opportunity to contribute your expertise in human resources to help drive business success.Key Accountabilities:Delivering HR services to employees, including recruitment, training, and...


  • Lewes, East Sussex, United Kingdom Southern Water Full time

    Job OverviewTo provide high-quality legal services to the Engineering & Capital Delivery function of Southern Water, focused on Southern Water's water resources infrastructure programme.The role involves supporting the Senior Environmental and Planning Solicitor on high-value and complex capital projects, advising on technically challenging engineering and...


  • Lewes, East Sussex, United Kingdom Ad Warrior Full time

    We're seeking an accomplished Corporate Development Officer to join our dynamic team. As a core member of our corporate development department, you'll be responsible for cultivating and managing relationships with business leaders, high-net-worth individuals, and corporate partners to secure vital resources for our life-changing programs.**Key...


  • Lewes, United Kingdom East Sussex County Council Full time

    Job Introduction **Do you want to help public sector organisations to work together to make best use of resources?** If so, then this role can offer you the unique opportunity to make a difference and gain partnership experience. The _‘Strategic Property Asset Collaboration in East Sussex’ (SPACES)_ is a property partnership in East Sussex where a...

  • Office Coordinator

    6 months ago


    Lewes, United Kingdom Glyndebourne Full time

    **Extraordinary opera, extraordinary people** We have a vacancy for an **Office Coordinator** to join our Learning and Engagement (L&E) department on a six-month fixed-term contract. Reporting to the Head of Learning & Engagement, you will be an essential part of the L&E team, providing administrative support to ensure the smooth running of the L&E...


  • Lewes, United Kingdom AD WARRIOR Full time

    Job Title: Senior Manager of Payroll and Pension OperationsAbout the Role:In this role, you will be responsible for managing payroll and pension operations for a leading charity. The organisation is dedicated to providing exceptional education and care for children and young adults with complex neurodisabilities, physical disabilities, and health needs.Key...