HR Officer - Independent School in Westminster

Marchant Recruitment
London

We are currently seeking a highly organised, professional and proactive HR Officer to join a prestigious Independent School in Westminster. This is a full-time, permanent position starting January 2026, offering an exciting opportunity to play a key role in supporting HR operations within one of London’s most respected independent schools.

About the School
This esteemed Independent School in the heart of Westminster is renowned for its academic excellence, strong pastoral care and commitment to nurturing well-rounded, confident and ambitious young people. The school has a rich heritage combined with a forward-thinking approach, embracing innovation while maintaining its traditional values.

Staff enjoy a collaborative, supportive and highly professional working environment. The school invests strongly in staff development, wellbeing and training, offering a rewarding workplace where individuals are valued and encouraged to develop their careers.

About the Role
As the HR Officer, you will play a vital role in ensuring the smooth running of the school’s HR function. Working closely with the HR Manager and senior leadership team, your responsibilities will include:
• Managing day-to-day HR administration and processes
• Supporting recruitment across teaching and support staff positions, including advertising, shortlisting and interview coordination
• Overseeing onboarding and compliance, including DBS checks, references and Right-to-Work documentation
• Maintaining the Single Central Record (SCR) and ensuring safeguarding compliance
• Managing staff contracts, variations and HR-related documentation
• Supporting absence management, return-to-work meetings and HR queries
• Maintaining accurate HR records and supporting digital systems
• Supporting staff induction, CPD tracking and appraisal processes
• Contributing to wider HR projects and policy updates

The role requires a professional, discreet and confident individual with strong attention to detail and excellent interpersonal skills.

Experience and Qualifications
• Previous experience working in HR, ideally within an education or independent school setting
• Strong understanding of HR processes, safer recruitment and compliance
• Excellent administrative, IT and organisational skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information
• CIPD Level 3 (or willingness to complete) is desirable
• Strong communication skills and a proactive, team-focused approach

Salary
Competitive salary based on experience and the Independent School support staff pay scale.

Application
This HR Officer position offers a superb opportunity to join a prestigious Independent School in Westminster with an excellent reputation and a highly supportive working environment. Please send your CV as soon as possible to apply.

Posted 2025-11-21

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