An exceptional primary school in Hackney is seeking an experienced HR Manager to join its senior support team on a full-time, permanent basis from September 2026.
This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of HR across a thriving school with a strong reputation for staff development, collaboration, and educational excellence. Working closely with the Headteacher and School Business Manager, you'll help shape the school's people strategy while ensuring outstanding operational HR support across all areas of the organisation.
As HR Manager, you'll lead the school's HR function, providing professional advice and guidance to leaders while ensuring HR processes remain efficient, compliant, and employee-focused.
Responsibilities include:
Leading recruitment and onboarding across teaching and support staff
Managing employee relations, absence management, and performance processes
Providing advice on employment legislation and HR best practice
Supporting safer recruitment and safeguarding procedures
Maintaining HR systems and personnel records
Overseeing contracts, policy development, and compliance
Producing workforce reports and supporting strategic workforce planning
Promoting staff wellbeing, engagement, and professional development initiatives
This high-performing primary school has built an excellent reputation for academic success and staff retention. Leaders place significant importance on creating a positive working culture where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to develop professionally.
Applications are welcomed from experienced HR Managers, Senior HR Advisors, HR Business Partners, or experienced HR professionals looking to step into a leadership role within education.
You'll possess excellent employment law knowledge, strong organisational skills, and the confidence to build trusted relationships with leaders across the school.
References from your current (or most recent) employer and a previous employer will be required before interview.
£48,000–£58,000 per annum
Full-time, permanent
September 2026 start
Local Government Pension Scheme
Hybrid working opportunities where operationally appropriate
Excellent CPD and leadership development
Employee wellbeing programme
The school is interviewing as soon as suitable applications are received, so early applications are encouraged.
If you're looking for a rewarding HR leadership role within a successful primary school where you'll have genuine influence on staff culture and organisational development, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your CV today for immediate consideration.
HR Manager | Join a High-Performing Primary School | Hackney • London, England, United Kingdom
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