HR Manager – Independent School – Surrey – January 2026Start

A leading independent school in Surrey is looking to appoint an experienced HR Manager to join the Operations Directorate from January 2026. Key Details • Role: HR Manager • School: Independent (4–18), Surrey • Start: January 2026 • Contract: Permanent, full-time • Suitability: Strong HR leadership background required About the School This highly regarded school offers outstanding academics, extensive extracurriculars, and a warm, aspirational culture. With over 220 staff, the HR Manager plays a vital part in strategic planning, compliance, and staff wellbeing. The school offers excellent facilities, a strong professional culture, and continuous CPD. The Role – What You’ll Do • Lead a small HR team delivering safe, efficient, and compliant HR operations. • Manage recruitment, onboarding, and contractual processes. • Oversee employee relations, disciplinary procedures, and performance systems. • Maintain HRIS, payroll accuracy, and key reporting metrics. • Advise SLT on HR strategy, staffing, and organisational development. • Drive wellbeing initiatives and staff engagement programmes. Person Specification • CIPD Level 5 or above; Level 7 desirable. • Proven experience in HR management, ideally within education. • Strong knowledge of safer recruitment and compliance frameworks. • Exceptional communication, judgement, and organisational skills. Salary & Benefits • Competitive independent school package • Leadership development, CPD, pension, staff perks Safeguarding All posts require enhanced DBS and full vetting procedures. How to Apply Please send your CV and brief cover note quoting HR Manager – Surrey .