HR Officer – 12 Month Maternity Cover | Lewisham | ASAP Start
A successful secondary school in Lewisham is seeking an HR Officer to join its support team on a 12-month maternity cover contract.
This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional looking to work within education and play a key role in supporting recruitment, compliance, and employee relations.
The School
This mixed secondary school educates approximately 1,250 students aged 11–18 and serves a diverse local community. The school has invested significantly in staff wellbeing and professional development and is known for its positive culture and strong staff retention.
The leadership team values support staff and provides clear opportunities for progression and development.
The Role
Managing recruitment and onboarding processes
Coordinating safeguarding and compliance checks
Maintaining HR systems and personnel records
Supporting absence management processes
Assisting with employee relations matters
Acting as a first point of contact for HR enquiries
Requirements
Applicants should have:
Previous HR experience
Strong administrative and organisational skills
Excellent attention to detail
Ability to maintain confidentiality
The legal right to work in the UK
Salary, Hours & Benefits
£36,000 – £41,000 per annum
12-month maternity cover
Full-time
Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm
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Healthcare cash plan
Free access to on-site fitness facilities
Employee Assistance Programme
Professional HR training opportunities
Excellent pension scheme
Apply
Please submit your updated CV for immediate consideration.
- Locations
- Lewisham
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