HR and Governance Officer

HR and Governance Officer Grade: H (£28,700- £33,699 FTE) Actual Salary: £24,539 - £28,813 per annum Hours: 37 per week. Term time + INSET days (5 in total) (39 working weeks per year + holiday allowance) Permanent __________________________________________________We are seeking to appoint a highly organised and professional HR Officer to join our busy and supportive school team. This is a key role within the school, combining HR, data protection and governance responsibilities, and offers an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied role and working at the heart of school operations. The successful candidate will:

• Lead on staff absence management, including reporting and casework, and liaison with the school's HR advisor.
• Coordinate data protection processes, including following Freedom of Information and Subject Access Requests through from them being raised until conclusion.
• Be Clerk to the Governing Body, supporting effective governance and compliance, minute-taking and other responsibilities.
• Provide high-quality administrative and HR support to the leadership team.
This role requires a high level of discretion, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities. __________________________________________________ We are looking for someone who:
• Has experience in HR or a similar role, and be willing to take an HR qualification if one is not already held.
• Has excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Can work independently and manage deadlines effectively.
• Has an understanding of confidentiality and data protection.
• Is able to take accurate minutes and support formal meetings.
Experience in a school environment and/or clerking to governors would be advantageous but is not essential. __________________________________________________ We can offer:
• A supportive and welcoming staff team.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• A varied and rewarding role.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Term-time working pattern (plus INSET days).
__________________________________________________ How to Apply Please complete an application form available from the school website. Closing date: 9.00 on 26th June 2026 Interview date: Week commencing 29th June 2026 Start Date: 1st September 2026

This role requires a high level of discretion, strong organisational skills, and the ability to manage competing priorities.,
• Has experience in HR or a similar role, and be willing to take an HR qualification if one is not already held.
• Has excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Can work independently and manage deadlines effectively.
• Has an understanding of confidentiality and data protection.
• Is able to take accurate minutes and support formal meetings.
Experience in a school environment and/or clerking to governors would be advantageous but is not essential.