HR Officer

• Lead on the day-to-day HR service provision, working collaboratively with the academy’s People Business Partner and Centralised People support service
• Maintain an accurate and up-to-date Single Central Register (SCR) in accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education Regulations and Ofsted
• Prepare accurate recruitment documentation to ensure the interview process runs smoothly and panel members are well equipped
• Provide advice and guidance on the implementation of Ark HR policies and procedures, liaising with the central HR team as required
• Ensure compliance with current employment law, HR best practice and Ark HR policies and procedures

• Experience of working in HR and using an HR Database
• Experience of working in a similar role in a school environment (Highly Desirable)
• Understanding of relevant legislation, policies and procedures, and the ability to apply this understanding to real situations
• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Right to work in the UK
• GCSE at grade C or above in English and Maths
• HR qualification (ideally CIPD Level 5 or above) or other relevant HR qualification, or working towards it

Experience of working in a similar role in a school environment (Highly Desirable)

• Weekly individual coaching
• Year group intellectual preparation time
• Whole school PD
• Access to resources and opportunities in the Ark network