As HR and Business Manager within an East London borough school, you will oversee the school's business functions, including HR, finance administration, compliance, premises and general administration. You will coordinate key activities, maintain accurate records and provide effective management support to ensure the smooth running of the school.
Client Details: TheorganisationoperateswithintheeducationsectorinanEastLondonborough.
Description: The key responsibilities of the HR and Business Manager will be as follows:
Human Resources
Lead all HR operations across the full employee life-cycle, including recruitment, employee relations and the annual pay review process. Maintain the school's HR policies and advise the Headteacher and Governing Board when policies require review or updating.
Leadership & Strategy
Provide operational leadership across the school's business functions, ensuring effective management of resources, processes and services. Maintain the school risk register and report on key risks.
Financial Administration
Manage the school's payroll provision, ensuring that starters, leavers, contractual changes, additional hours and absences are accurately reported and processed on time.
Compliance & Risk
Ensure the school's compliance with statutory obligations relating to business operations, employment, premises and data protection. Advise the Headteacher and Governing Board on relevant legal and regulatory requirements.
Safeguarding & General Administration
Safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people, following the school's child protection policy, staff code of conduct and all other relevant school policies.
Profile: A successful HR and Business Manager will have:
- Working knowledge of employment law and the ACAS Code of Practice on disciplinary and grievance procedures.
- Working knowledge of safer recruitment practices and Keeping Children Safe in Education.
- Experience managing business administration and HR activities within an educational setting.
- Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Confidence in maintaining accurate records, reports and documentation.
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with colleagues and stakeholders.
- Sound judgement when handling sensitive and confidential information.
- The ability to review processes and identify practical improvements.
Job Offer
- Temporary contract.
- Salary: £42,492 - £45,123, depending on experience.
- 35 hours per week.
- 5 days per week on site.
- On-site parking available.