HR Officer/Administrator

Summary

Join Chigwell School and play a key role in supporting staff throughout their employment journey. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised and motivated HR professional to broaden their experience in a thriving independent school, working within a supportive and friendly community. With excellent professional development opportunities, attractive benefits, beautiful surroundings on the edge of Epping Forest, and easy access to central London via the Central Line, this is a rewarding role in an exceptional environment.

Detail

Chigwell School seeks to appoint an HR Officer / Administrator. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional looking to develop their career within the education sector. The successful candidate will provide a high-quality administrative and operational HR service, supporting the employee lifecycle from recruitment through onboarding, employment changes and staff departures.

The ideal candidate will have previous experience in an HR administration or HR officer role. In addition, they will possess excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail, outstanding written and verbal communication skills, and strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications. They will be able to prioritise a varied workload, meet deadlines effectively, and demonstrate a positive, collaborative approach to work.

A CIPD qualification, or progress towards one, is desirable. Experience working within a school or educational environment, together with knowledge of safer recruitment practices and safeguarding requirements, would be advantageous.

Chigwell School offers a competitive salary and benefits package and a supportive working environment. There is a well-developed programme of professional development, pupils are enthusiastic, co-operative and able, and colleagues are dedicated and get on well together. There is a strong sense of community.

We are located in the picturesque village of Chigwell just 10 miles from central London and on the Central Line. Close to the edge of Epping Forest, we enjoy over 100 acres of beautiful grounds and excellent facilities.

How to Apply

Further details about this role and an application form are available on our website: https://www.chigwell-school.org/vacancies/ . Applicants should complete the application form and email it to the Head of HR at hr@chigwell-school.org

Closing date: 30 November -early applications welcome

Applications will be considered as they are received so early applications are encouraged.

Chigwell School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and DBS.