HR Manager - Secondary School - Brent - ASAP Start - Full-Time

Are you an experienced HR professional with a background in education looking to make a meaningful impact? Do you want to play a key role in supporting staff and shaping a positive workplace culture within a thriving secondary school?

Tradewind Recruitment is working with a welcoming and well-regarded secondary school in Brent seeking an HR Manager to join their team on a full-time, long-term basis with an immediate start. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled HR professional with school-based experience to lead on people strategy, ensure compliance, and support staff development in a dynamic school environment.

HR Manager - Role Overview

As HR Manager, you will play a vital role in overseeing all aspects of human resources within the school. Your responsibilities will include:

Managing the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, and retention Advising senior leadership on HR policies, procedures, and employment law Leading on staff performance management, absence management, and employee relations Ensuring compliance with safeguarding, safer recruitment, and HR best practices in education Maintaining accurate HR records and overseeing payroll processes Supporting staff wellbeing initiatives and promoting a positive working culture Handling disciplinary and grievance procedures in line with school policies Contributing to strategic pla...