Head of Human Resources

Job Description

The Hall is an exceptional independent boys’ school with a proud history, a vibrant community, and a deep commitment to nurturing talent both in our pupils and in our staff. We are now seeking an outstanding Head of Human Resources to lead our people strategy and shape the future of our workforce.

This is a rare and exciting opportunity for an experienced HR professional to take ownership of the full HR function in a school that values excellence, integrity and innovation. As a key member of our leadership structure, you will work closely with the Headmaster, Senior Leadership Team and Governors, acting as a trusted advisor on all strategic and operational HR matters.

About the Role

As our Head of Human Resources, you will be the driving force behind a modern, proactive and people‑centred HR service. You will lead on:

• Employee relations, guiding senior leaders through complex casework and fostering a positive, supportive culture
• Recruitment and onboarding to ensure we attract, appoint and welcome exceptional staff
• Managing pay, reward and workforce planning to shape a fair, competitive and sustainable people strategy
• Maintaining rigorous standards across safeguarding, GDPR and safer recruitment
• Using data, reporting and analytics to provide insight that informs leadership decisions
• Modernising HR practice and enhancing the employee experience through systems, projects and continuous improvement

You will play a pivotal role in ensuring our staff feel supported, valued and empowered — and that our HR function is robust, compliant and forward‑thinking.

You will be an experienced HR professional with

• Strong strategic HR advisory experience at a senior level
• Expertise in complex ER casework
• A confident understanding of employment law, safer recruitment and compliance
• Excellent communication, relationship‑building and influencing skills
• A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset
• CIPD Level 5 (minimum), with Level 7 desirable

Experience in education or the independent school sector is beneficial but not essential; what matters most is your professionalism, judgement and ability to lead a high‑quality HR function.

We welcome applications from across the full range of school settings. Located in Belsize Park, we are easily accessible on the Metropolitan, Jubilee and Northern lines.

To find out more and to apply, please visit our dedicated recruitment page via the Apply button

• Closing date: 23:59 on 07th June 2026.

Interviews: w/c 15th June 2026.

Start date: 1 September 2026.

The Hall is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS.