HR Officer Education

HR Officer – Education | £25,831–£36,745 Pro Rata | South London

Location: South London Salary: £25,831 – £36,745 pro rata, dependent on qualifications and experience Hours: 30 hours per week | 39 weeks + 4 additional weeks Contract: Permanent

New Chapter Tuition is working exclusively with a specialist independent education setting in South London to recruit an experienced HR Officer.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an HR professional with experience in education to join a specialist setting supporting young people with SEN, mental health needs, ACEs and trauma-related needs.

The Role

As HR Officer, you will work closely with the senior leadership and HR team, supporting the effective day-to-day delivery of the HR function.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting recruitment, onboarding and staff induction

• Preparing offer letters, contracts and employment documentation

• Coordinating vacancy advertising and recruitment administration

• Supporting safer recruitment processes

• Maintaining and monitoring the Single Central Record (SCR)

• Supporting DBS checks and safeguarding compliance

• Maintaining accurate and confidential HR records

• Supporting payroll and performance management administration

• Managing absence, attendance and return-to-work administration

• Supporting staff wellbeing and engagement initiatives

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• Previous experience working within an HR department

• Experience working within the education sector

• Experience using HR systems and working with a range of stakeholders

• Knowledge of employment law and safer recruitment requirements

• A strong understanding of GDPR, data protection and confidentiality

• Excellent organisation and attention to detail

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

• The ability to prioritise effectively and manage sensitive situations

• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook

• A relevant HR qualification, such as CIPD Level 5, Foundation Certificate in People Practice or equivalent

• GCSE English and Maths

Salary & Working Pattern

£25,831 – £36,745 pro rata, dependent on qualifications and experience.

30 hours per week, working 39 weeks plus an additional 4 weeks per year.

Apply Today

New Chapter Tuition is managing this vacancy exclusively, and we would love to hear from experienced HR professionals looking for their next opportunity within education.

Apply today with your up-to-date CV and we will be in touch to discuss the opportunity further