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We are an education charity and creative school, working with London’s most vulnerable young people. These are students who have fallen through the cracks in the education system and with an innovative approach of holistic education, designed to develop students academically, socially, physically and emotionally, we help them to overcome their personal barriers and thrive in our nurturing community. Through a combination of bespoke group and 1:1 lessons, enriched with fun, creative projects and comprehensive wellbeing support, we provide students with a rounded and fulfilling educational experience. Over the last 25 years, our vibrant and creative team have helped thousands of young people to rediscover their confidence, gain valuable qualifications and grow into happy and successful adults.
The Role
This is the lead HR role within the organisation, with line management responsibility for our HR Coordinator, supported periodically by an external HR Consultant. This vital management role oversees the delivery of an effective HR service to all staff members, taking into account legal and best practice needs, aligning with organisational challenges and requirements. The HR Officer will be integral to the running of our school, responsible for ensuring that leaders, managers and employees receive the support necessary to be successful in delivering education to students.
What we offer
- Competitive salary with regular salary progression
A culture of promotion from within (our senior leadership team all started in entry level positions)
Ongoing professional development, tailored to your ambitions and interests
Regular socials and staff clubs, a supportive and friendly culture
Competitive Pension scheme
Mental Health and Wellbeing Facilities and Support from our in house Wellbeing Team
Access to hundreds of company discounts, including gym membership, cinema tickets and fashion.
Excellent work life balance - school holidays.
The chance to positively influence the lives of vulnerable children
Flexibility to develop your role based on your strengths and interests.
Salary: From £35,000 per annum
Hours
Monday - Wednesday - 8.30am - 4.30pm
Thursday - 8.30am - 6.00pm
Friday - 8.30am - 4.00pm
You will need
Essential
- Qualifications in: GCSE in Maths and English at C or above. A-Level or above. Degree or equivalent.
CIPD qualified, Level 5 or above or equivalent. Ideally Level 7 or Chartered CIPD
Experience in generalist HR Practice, recruitment, managing and advising on employee relations cases in all areas of HR
Experience of managing an HR team or people management
Experience in dealing with challenging and complex people issues
Strong understanding of employment Law and HR best practice, recruitment and safeguarding
Desirable
- Experience of working in a creative environment
Experience of working in a charity
Knowledge of safeguarding matters
Deadline: 14/07/2024 - 9.00am
Interviews: We are shortlisting and interviewing on a first come, first served basis
Start date: 22/08/2024
We believe our students deserve a broad range of role models, reflecting the diversity of our society. Therefore, we welcome applications from those of all backgrounds, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations and those with disabilities or neurodiverse conditions.
The Complete Works school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 2020. Any job offer will be conditional on the satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks, including an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and barred list check.
