HR Advisor

Radnor House Sevenoaks aims to create a collaborative whole-school community of life-long learners, always motivated to achieve the highest standards of teaching and learning through self-reflection, objective evaluation, and research-based practice. The Purpose of the Role We are looking to appoint a highly motivated and committed HR Advisor to provide efficient and effective support to the HR function at Radnor House Sevenoaks School. Key Responsibilities:

• Recruitment and Onboarding: Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including job postings, interviews, and onboarding new staff with a view to developing and improving the process as appropriate.
• Employee Relations: Provide advice and support on employee relations issues, including performance management, absence management, disciplinary actions, and grievance procedures.
• Policy Development: Assist in the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with employment law and best practices.
• Training and Development: Assist in the development, coordination and delivery of training programs to support staff development and ensure continuous professional growth.
• Payroll and Benefits Administration: Assist with payroll processes and manage employee benefits, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, including the SCR, contracts, performance reviews, and training logs ensuring that GDPR compliance is maintained.
• Health and Safety: Ensure the school complies with health and safety regulations, conducting risk assessments and implementing necessary measures.
Skills and Qualifications
• Education: A CIPD qualification in Human Resources.
• Experience: Previous experience in an HR role, preferably within an educational setting.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Our benefits · Competitive salary · School Fee remission · Pension scheme · Life Assurance and Income Protection · Free, high-quality lunches · Free onsite parking · Onsite gym facilities · Employee Assistance Programme How to Apply To apply for the role please send a completed application form, which must include a full employment history with explanation of any gaps and details of two referees, to Frances Griffiths, Head of Human Resources at fgriffiths@radnor-sevenoaks.org Our application form can be found on our website at: Working at Radnor House Sevenoaks (radnor-sevenoaks.org) Closing date for applications: 18th October 2024 The School reserves the right to appoint at any stage of the recruitment process; early applications are encouraged. The 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 will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for an Enhanced Disclosure.


• Education: A CIPD qualification in Human Resources.
• Experience: Previous experience in an HR role, preferably within an educational setting.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  
  · Competitive salary
· School Fee remission · Pension scheme