SEN School HR and Recruitment Manager (Maternity Leave Cover)

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• Application-Form

If you feel as though you have the right qualities to join our team, please complete an application form, available to download above.

Please complete the application form fully and send this to recruitment@abbeyschool.com with a covering letter addressed to the Principal, Dr. Lee. Alternatively, application forms can be sent by post to 12 Abbey Square, Chester, CH1 2HU.

Are you a confident HR professional with a passion for people and process? We’re looking for a skilled and proactive HR and Recruitment Manager to lead our HR function during a 12-month maternity cover. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a key leadership role within a supportive school environment, where your expertise will help shape recruitment strategies, support staff wellbeing, and ensure smooth HR operations across the school.

Start date: as soon as possible

Hours: 37.5 hours/week, Monday to Friday (between 08:00–17:00)

Salary: Point 21–31 (£30,024 – £37,505)

What You’ll Be Responsible For:

• Oversight and management of operational HR administrative function in school
• Full understanding of GDPR requirements regarding record keeping and recruitment
• Plan and manage the administration and organisation of School-led recruitment processes and interviews and tracking recruitment of successful applicants through to start date

HR:

• Prepare for and support formal HR meetings (sickness, grievance, disciplinary, etc.)
• Advise on HR legislation, policy implementation and ensure compliance with GDPR
• Maintain accurate personnel records and HR systems
• Coordinate staff induction, probation, appraisals, and statutory training

Recruitment:

• Lead recruitment planning and processes from vacancy to onboarding
• Manage job advertising and ensure cost-effective recruitment strategies
• Maintain and update the Single Central Register
• Track recruitment targets and ensure safer recruitment practices

For further information please download the recruitment pack which contains a detailed job description and person specification.

What We’re Looking For:

• Proven experience in HR and recruitment
• Strong understanding of employment law and school HR practices
• Excellent communication, organisation, and leadership skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and proactively resolve issues
• Commitment to staff wellbeing and continuous improvement

For more information please contact - office@abbeyschool.com