HR Support Officer Full Time

Join Our HR Team at Invictus Education Trust!

Vacancy for HR Support Officer

Commencing as soon as possible

Permanent, 37 hours per week, all year round

Grade 7 SCP 18-23 (£31,537 – £34,434 FTE)

Invictus Education Trust is excited to announce a new opportunity for an HR Support Officer. This is a fantastic chance to develop your HR career while making a meaningful impact across our schools and supporting our dedicated staff.

About The Role

As an HR Support Officer, you’ll play a key role in supporting day-to-day HR operations and will be a visible presence in our schools. You’ll provide essential administrative support across recruitment, payroll, employee relations, training and development, and compliance. This role offers variety, challenge, and the opportunity to grow your HR expertise in an educational setting.

What We Offer

• Full training and Continuous Professional Development (CPD)
• Clear career pathways with opportunities to progress within the HR function
• A supportive, friendly team environment with mentoring and guidance
• The chance to contribute to school improvement through the Workforce Strategy
• Nationally agreed terms and conditions in line with NJC Green Book provision
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Generous annual leave plus bank holidays and a concessionary day
• Free onsite parking

Key Responsibilities

• Provide HR support on-site across schools within the Trust
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and induction processes
• Maintain accurate HR records and ensure policy compliance
• Support school leaders with employee relations and staff welfare
• Coordinate and assist with staff training and development
• Respond to HR queries and provide appropriate guidance

What We’re Looking For

To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

• Qualifications: NVQ Level 3/CIPD Level 3 or equivalent relevant experience, with a good standard of English and Maths
• Experience: A successful track record in managing and developing HR processes such as recruitment, payroll, probationary periods, and low-level casework
• Skills: Highly skilled in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MIS systems, as well as applicant tracking systems
• Analytical Ability: The ability to analyse data and present findings clearly to various audiences
• Attention to Detail: Consistently accurate in your work
• Independence & Teamwork: Able to work independently, while also collaborating effectively with others
• Values: A strong commitment to the values of the Trust and the highest standards of child protection and safeguarding
• Relationships: Ability to form and maintain professional relationships quickly and effectively
• Tenacity: A resilient and determined approach to challenges

Why Choose Invictus Education Trust?

At Invictus Education Trust, we’re committed to nurturing talent and supporting career growth. This role offers more than just a job – it’s the opportunity to develop a rewarding career within HR, with clear pathways for advancement and ongoing professional support.

If you are enthusiastic, eager to learn, and ready to make a meaningful contribution, we would love to hear from you.

Interested?

We welcome informal telephone discussions, virtual meetings, or visits to the Trust before the closing date. Please contact Jodie Wallwork, Employee Relations Manager, at jwallwork@invictus.education or call 01384 686558 / 07939 982295.

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