HR Officer – St Mark’s Church of England School Full Time

37 hours per week (flexible between 30 – 37 hours for the right candidate)

Permanent, term-time plus 3 weeks (42 weeks per year)

Grade 6 – FTE £28,792 – £31,022 per annum

Actual salary – £21,594.00 – £28,695.35 (pro rata based on 30–37 hours)

Required as soon as possible

St Mark’s Church of England School are seeking a highly organised and proactive HR Officer to provide an efficient and effective HR administrative and advisory service to our school and leadership team. This is a varied and rewarding role, ideal for someone with strong HR experience who thrives in a busy educational environment.

This is a central role within the school, acting as the first point of contact for all HR-related matters and supporting both staff and senior leaders with day-to-day people management. You will play a key part in ensuring the smooth running of HR operations across the full employee lifecycle.

About The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Manage the organisation of all recruitment activities for the school
• Manage the planning and execution of all onboarding and induction training for all new staff whilst ensuring documents are returned for filing
• Oversee the completion of monthly reviews for all new staff and send letters to confirm the completion of probationary periods
• Prepare and issue contractual and payroll documentation in liaison with the School Business Manager
• Manage all staff absences from completing return to work interviews, maternity and paternity leave and making occupational health referrals
• Undertake personal risk assessments and PEEPS for staff with assistance from the School Business Manager and Estates.
• Manage the administration of individual HR cases with the School Business Manager relating to the school’s absence, disciplinary and capability procedures including drafting formal invite and outcome letters, reports and minutes as required.
• Act as the staff wellbeing and mental health first aider producing regular surveys and presenting findings and potential actions to the Senior Leadership Team.
• Undertake reception, back office and first aider duties during staff absences and assisting with telephone calls and enquiries in person, when required.
• Assist with the organisation of support staff in-service training and professional development on CPD day

The full job description can be found in the Applicant Information Pack

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking someone who has:

• Experience working within a busy HR or payroll environment
• Excellent typing skills and the ability to use Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook and ideally personnel information systems
• GCSE Grade C in English and Maths (or equivalent)
• Good communication of a variety of information and ideas effectively to a range of audiences, through good written and oral communication skills
• The ability to solve problems and use own initiative and judgement
• A current knowledge and understanding of employment law, policies and processes and appropriate education legislation.
• The ability to work under pressure in a busy and often noisy office with many interruptions.
• A high level of tact, diplomacy, discretion, persuasion and respect for confidential information.
• Commitment to the highest standards of child protection and safeguarding.

The full person specification can be found in the Applicant Information Pack

Why Join us?

• A strong Christian ethos where love, service, and belonging are lived daily
• A supportive senior leadership team that values pastoral work
• A school community where pupils are known, valued, and listened to
• Opportunities to shape and strengthen whole-school pastoral practice
• A role that balances strategic leadership with meaningful pupil contact

What We Offer

• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Secure on-site car parking
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme, including confidential 24/7 counselling support
• Access to a Benefits Hub, offering a range of discounts and offers
• Occupational Health support
• On-site hot and cold food options
• Access to online training and personal development courses
• The opportunity to work in a brand-new, high-specification school environment
• Career development opportunities within a supportive organisation

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional to make a meaningful contribution within a caring and ambitious school community.

How To Apply

Closing date: 11:55pm on Monday 4th May 2026

Applications can be made through TES or directly via the school website:

Please Return Completed Applications To

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

We reserve the right to call candidates for interview and appoint to the role before the closing date.

Safeguarding Statement

St Mark’s Church of England School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to appropriate pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check.

Southampton City Council is an equal opportunities employer.