HR Advisor

HR Advisor (Maternity Cover) – Temp to PermLocation: South West London Contract: Fixed-term maternity cover (March – June ) Salary: £40, – £45, per annum (dependent on experience) Reporting to: HR DirectorSafeguarding: The successful candidate will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding screening, including references and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.Working PatternTerm time: 8.00am – 5.00pm, Monday to FridaySchool holidays: 9.30am – 4.30pm, Monday to FridayThis is an allyear roleTerm time: on-site roleSchool holidays: hybrid working available (3 days on-site / 2 days from home)About the RoleAn opportunity has arisen for an experienced HR Advisor to join a busy and collaborative HR function on a maternity cover basis. This is a varied generalist role, supporting staff across the full employee lifecycle while ensuring robust recruitment, compliance and safeguarding practices.You will work closely with the HR Director, acting as a first point of contact for HR and recruitment queries, providing high-quality advice and administrative support, and contributing positively to the wider organisational community.Key ResponsibilitiesCoordinate internal and external recruitment processes, including advertising, interview scheduling and candidate liaisonConduct safeguarding interviews and ensure all preemployment checks are completed in line with KCSIE requirementsMaintain the Single Central Record (SCR)Manage DBS processes, risk assessments and renewal systemsDraft offer letters, contracts of employment and contracts for servicesOrganise supply staff in liaison with the teacher responsible for coverAccurately provide payroll information for starters, leavers and contractual changesDeliver HR inductions and organise ID cards and IT access for new startersManage support staff appraisals and probation processesMaintain accurate HR records across HR systems and databasesDraft a wide range of correspondence including maternity, parental leave, probation, changes to terms and leaversSupport subject access requests and management information reportingSupport employee relations casework under the guidance of the HR Director, including disciplinary, grievance and capability, sickness, absence, flexible working requests and restructures and consultationsMinute meetings as requiredCoach and support line managers on people management mattersContribute to HR policy reviewsPerson specificationCIPD Level 3 qualified or equivalent experienceGeneralist HR advisory experience, including employee relationsManaging a complex administrative workloadExperience within an education settingExperience with preemployment checks and Single Central RegistersExperience using HR systems and MS OfficeExcellent minutetaking and written communication skillsConfident communicatorHighly organised with excellent time managementConfident managing competing prioritiesAble to maintain confidentiality at all timesCommitted to ongoing professional development Office Angels is an employment agency and business. We are an equal-opportunities employer who puts expertise, energy and enthusiasm into improving everyone’s chance of being part of the workplace. We respect and appreciate people of all ethnicities, generations, religious beliefs, sexual orientations, gender identities, abilities and more. By showcasing talents, skills and unique experiences in an inclusive environment, we help individuals thrive. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.Office Angels acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and an employment business for the supply of temporary workers. Office Angels UK is an Equal Opportunities Employer….