Human Resources Officer – Education Trust

About the role

We are looking for a proactive Human Resources Officer to provide first‑line HR support across schools in the Croydon area. You will work within a supportive education trust, helping staff and managers with recruitment, compliance and payroll matters.

Key responsibilities

• Provide first‑line HR advice and guidance to staff and school leaders.
• Support recruitment activities – advertise vacancies, arrange interviews and liaise with candidates.
• Process employment checks and ensure safeguarding compliance.
• Maintain and update Single Central Records (SCRs) and HR systems.
• Produce HR documentation for starters, leavers and contractual changes.
• Assist payroll processes, including contract variations, absences, overtime, and new starters.
• Take notes and provide support for formal HR meetings, audits and reporting.

Required profile

• A‑Level qualification or equivalent.
• Previous experience in HR administration or a busy office environment.
• Strong organisational, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities with accuracy and attention to detail.
• Professional, confidential and resilient approach.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion.
• CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent) desirable.

Required skills

• Experience using HR or management information systems.