Strategic Lead for Human Resources

Strategic Lead for Human Resources (Temp-to-Perm) for a Primary Federation of Schools

Location: Hackney, London (On-site / School-based)

Permanent Salary: £54,000 - £56,000 per annum/ Temporary Daily Rate: £250 - £260 per day (commensurate with permanent salary)

Temporary to Permanent (Full-Time)

Sector: Education (Primary Federation)

About the Role

Are you a forward-thinking HR leader looking to make a meaningful impact in the education sector? SANZA Teaching Agency has been exclusively tasked by a highly regarded, forward-thinking Primary School Federation in Hackney to find their new Strategic Lead for Human Resources.

This is a unique temp-to-perm opportunity, offering an immediate start for the right candidate to lead both the strategic vision and the day-to-day operational excellence of the federation's HR function.

You will act as a trusted advisor to Executive Headteachers and Headteachers, driving initiatives that strengthen school culture, support staff wellbeing, and retain top talent.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Shape and deliver the federation's HR strategy, aligning it with the overarching educational goals.

• Employee Relations: Provide expert advice to senior leaders on complex ER cases, policy interpretation, and employment law.

• Team Management: Directly line-manage a dedicated team of four Senior Administrative Officers across the federation.

• Talent & Recruitment: Oversee robust recruitment strategies, onboarding, and talent retention frameworks.

• Compliance & Policy: Ensure strict compliance with safer recruitment practices, keeping policies up-to-date with changing legislation.

What We Are Looking For

• Proven HR Leadership: Significant experience operating at a senior or director level within a complex HR environment.

• Sector Experience: Prior experience in the education sector (Schools, Academies, or Trusts) is highly advantageous, though corporate HR leaders with transferable skills are encouraged to apply.

• Communication Skills: An empathetic, clear communicator capable of building strong relationships with diverse school leadership teams.

• Qualifications: CIPD Level 5 or Level 7 (or equivalent experience) is preferred.

Why Apply Through SANZA?

This role bridges the gap between immediate operational impact and long-term career stability. By partnering with SANZA, you will receive dedicated support throughout the initial temporary phase, ensuring a seamless transition into the permanent £54k-£56k post.

How to Apply

If you are an agile HR professional ready to step into a pivotal leadership role, SANZA wants to hear from you.

Please click 'Apply Now' to submit your CV, or contact the Stephanie Watson at SANZA Teaching Agency on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

We look forward to hearing from you so that we can make a difference to this school Because Education Matters.

Sanza Teaching Agency is a Sunday Times Top 100 employer - stopping at nothing to ensure our candidates, clients and employees come first. At Sanza you will have access to 30 fully certified CPD courses, that's 25 more than our next nearest competitor, all focused on making you the best you can be. We have the very best people available to take your call and look after you every step of the way. We pride ourselves on exceptional service and take the time to really get to know you. Put simply; we listen, we learn, we deliver. Why? Because our people matter most.

We specialise in matching Teachers and Support Staff to their dream job, and help Primary, Secondary and SEN schools recruit for a wide range of roles across our 11 offices in the UK, including: London, the West Midlands, the North West, East Anglia, the North East, the South West, Yorkshire, the Midlands, Herts and Bucks.

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