HR Business Partner

We are seeking to appoint a skilled and proactive HR Business Partner to join our team as soon as possible. The purpose of the role is to support leaders and managers across the school in delivering effective people management, ensuring compliance, and enhancing the overall staff experience. You will provide expert HR advice, lead on employee relations matters, contribute to recruitment and professional development, and help to foster a positive, inclusive and well-supported working environment.

Person Specification

• Educated to degree level. Professional qualification equivalent to CIPD Level 7 will be preferred.
• Strong HR generalist experience preferably within education or independent education with an up-to date knowledge of employment and immigration legislation.
• Experience of compliance with safeguarding and safer recruitment requirements within the education sector is preferred.
• Experience of developing and updating HR policies, procedures, contracts and other documentation to ensure compliance.
• Experience in developing EDI strategies and employee wellbeing initiatives to foster an inclusive workplace culture and support diverse needs of staff.
• Proven experience of managing employee relations casework and advising and coaching managers to manage difficult situations including disciplinary, grievance, absence, performance and change management matters.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and an ability to communicate effectively to a wide range of audiences.
• Ability to analyse HR data, present findings and influence data-driven change to HR plans, policies and practices.
• Ability to establish credible relationships with all staff across the school.
• A track record of successfully finding solutions to challenging circumstances.
• Strong attention to detail and evidence of timely delivery on agreed outcomes.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and proven experience with HR, recruitment, and payroll systems.

Benefits

• Contributory pension scheme
• Programme of health benefits
• Free lunch in the Dining Hall during term-time
• Membership of the King’s Sports Club

King’s is one of the most successful schools in the world, with outstanding academic results, first-class pastoral care and a vibrant co-curriculum. Overlooking Wimbledon Common, the school is situated in one of the most attractive parts of south east England and benefits from exceptional grounds and facilities.

To apply, please visit our website via the apply button.

Closing date: 9am on Sunday 11th May 2025

First round interview date: w/c 12th May 2025 (via Microsoft Teams)

Second round interview date: w/c 19th May 2025 (in-person)

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

King’s is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. King’s College School is fully committed to the principles of equality, diversity and inclusivity in its recruitment of teaching and support staff.

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