Job Description

Salary:

Actual Salary 29,852-33,942

Job type:

Full Time, Permanent

Start date:

As soon as possible

Apply by:

1 May 2025

Job overview

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This is an exciting opportunity for a

HR Manager

to join Park House School and become an integral member of the team and to contribute to the life chances of the young people in our school and across the Trust.



Park House School is committed to high standards and outstanding teaching and being an integral part of the local community is something we value. The HR Manager role is essential in delivering the successful and compliant HR provision within the school.



Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive 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 also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. 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'.



To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our 'Why you should work for GLT' recruitment brochure on our jobs portal.

Main responsibilities:

Lead on the management of all HR, employment and employee matters for the School. Coach and support line managers to develop their people management skills across a range of HR activities. Oversee and manage staff absence procedures Attend informal and formal employee relations meetings in an advisory capacity, supporting the meeting Chair. Manage the recruitment process for internal and external recruitment liaising with SLT to develop job descriptions and person specifications to meet school and legislative requirements. To be responsible for the management of payroll and pensions for the school's directly employed staff. Ensure that all staff (permanent, temporary and casual) are paid in accordance with their agreed pay and conditions.

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 Ability to use initiative to improve process and to be creative and analytical in order to find solutions to complex HR issues Ability to maintain confidentiality and deal sensitively with related issues/individuals with tact, diplomacy and discretion Ability to work quickly, methodically and accurately under pressure and act flexibly to support others and respond to unplanned situations

What's in it for you:

Professional development and career progression Generous pension scheme Blue Light Card Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only) 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

11.59pm on Thursday 1st May 2025.

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.

About

Park House School

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Park House School

Andover Road, Newbury
Berkshire
RG14 6NQ
United Kingdom

+44 1635 573911

We are proud of the superb opportunities we offer to all of our students to develop in a community which fosters resilience, commitment and the highest educational standards.



We value respect, inclusivity and the importance of relationships in helping young people be successful. High expectations underpin everything we do and we know that improvement and growth is a process that never stops. Student voice is important to us and we work in partnership with our students in the running and decision-making of the school.



We offer a rich choice of extra-curricular clubs and encourage all of our students to participate. The house system is a strong feature of the school and this facilitates students mixing across year groups, to bring friendly but fierce competition into school life.


We also ensure there is a strong focus on the wellbeing of our students alongside academic excellence and the vibrant extra-curricular life of the school. It is vital to us that students are known and respected as individuals so that they enjoy a successful time with us. We have a wellbeing centre, a growing wellness curriculum and a programme of tutor activities designed to support students in learning how to manage their own wellbeing. Alongside this, we have a range of highly qualified and excellent pastoral staff dedicated to supporting students and their families.



Staff are all immensely proud of Park House School. Our students are strong, confident and ambitious for themselves and their futures, whilst being highly aware of their role in creating a caring and fair society.



We very much look forward to welcoming you to our school.