HR Officer

Working closely with the School Business Manager and Senior Leadership Team, you will play a key role in managing the school's day-to-day HR function, supporting staff and leaders across a wide range of employment matters, including employee relations, recruitment, absence management, payroll and HR compliance. At Woodfield School, we strongly believe in investing in our staff. We are committed to continuous professional development (CPD) and actively encourage employees to enhance their skills, undertake relevant training and qualifications, and explore opportunities for professional growth and career progression. We recognise that our staff are at the heart of everything we do, and we pride ourselves on creating a positive, inclusive and supportive working environment where everyone feels valued. What we can offer you:

• Excellent opportunities for CPD and career progression, with encouragement and support to undertake relevant training and professional qualifications, such as CIPD.
• A supportive and approachable Senior Leadership Team who value staff contributions and professional development.
• A welcoming, friendly and collaborative working environment where staff wellbeing is a priority.
• A fantastic work-life balance, with a term-time plus three weeks contract and 35-hour working week, with negotiable hours.
• A varied and rewarding role, providing opportunities to broaden your HR knowledge and experience across a range of employment matters.
• The opportunity to make a genuine difference, supporting the people who make our school such a special place to work.
We are looking for someone with previous HR experience, excellent organisational and communication skills, and a sound understanding of employment legislation and HR best practice. Experience within an educational setting would be advantageous but is not essential. Above all, we are seeking someone who is professional, approachable, enthusiastic and committed to making a positive contribution to our school community. Visits to Our School Visits to Woodfield School are warmly welcomed and encouraged. We believe that experiencing our school firsthand is the best way to appreciate our wonderful pupils, dedicated staff and the positive, supportive environment we are so proud of. We would be delighted to welcome prospective applicants for an informal visit, providing an opportunity to see the school in action, meet members of our team and gain a greater understanding of what makes Woodfield such a rewarding place to work. If you are looking for a role where you will feel supported, valued and encouraged to develop professionally, we would love to hear from you! Please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification for further information about the role and its requirements., Woodfield School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Woodfield School ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. Our role is to ensure that all children are safe in school, at home, and within the wider community. We work closely with external agencies, including Social Care and the 0-25 Children's Service, and regularly attend multi-agency meetings to support children and families. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children means:
• Protecting children from harm and maltreatment
• Preventing impairment of children's health or development
• Ensuring children grow up in safe, effective, and supportive environments
  
  This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR professional who is passionate about people, enjoys a varied and rewarding workload and is keen to continue developing their knowledge and expertise.