HR Manager | Lead HR at a Flagship Primary School |...

Marchant Recruitment
London

A successful primary school in Islington is looking to appoint an experienced HR Manager to join its leadership support team on a full-time, permanent basis from September 2026.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an HR professional who is passionate about creating exceptional workplaces. The school has a strong reputation for staff wellbeing, professional development, and employee retention, and is looking for an HR leader who can continue to build on this success. Working closely with the Headteacher and School Business Manager, you'll play a key role in shaping the school's people strategy while delivering an outstanding HR service across the organisation.

The Role

As HR Manager, you'll oversee the full employee lifecycle, providing strategic and operational HR support while ensuring compliance with employment legislation and safeguarding requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading recruitment campaigns and overseeing all safer recruitment processes

  • Providing expert guidance on employee relations, absence management, disciplinary, grievance, and capability matters

  • Managing contracts, personnel records, payroll changes, and HR systems

  • Reviewing and implementing HR policies and procedures in line with current legislation

  • Producing workforce reports and supporting strategic staffing plans

  • Leading initiatives focused on staff wellbeing, engagement, and retention

  • Advising senior leaders on complex HR matters and organisational change

  • Identifying opportunities to improve HR processes and deliver an outstanding employee experience

About the School

This high-performing primary school is recognised for its supportive leadership, ambitious vision, and positive working culture. The school invests heavily in its staff, offering excellent opportunities for professional development and recognising that a happy, motivated workforce is essential to delivering outstanding outcomes for pupils.

The Successful Candidate

Applications are welcomed from experienced HR Managers, HR Business Partners, Senior HR Advisors , or experienced HR professionals looking to take the next step in their career within education.

You'll have excellent knowledge of UK employment law, experience leading complex HR casework, and the ability to build trusted relationships across all levels of the organisation. You'll be proactive, solutions-focused, and committed to promoting a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

As part of the school's safer recruitment procedures, references from your current (or most recent) employer and a previous employer will be required before an interview can be arranged.

Salary & Benefits

  • £50,000–£60,000 per annum

  • Full-time, permanent position

  • September 2026 start

  • Local Government Pension Scheme

  • Excellent CPD and leadership development opportunities

  • Employee Assistance Programme

  • Flexible working opportunities where operationally appropriate

  • Supportive senior leadership team with a strong focus on staff wellbeing

Apply

The school is interviewing as soon as suitable applications are received, so early applications are encouraged.

If you're looking for a rewarding HR leadership role where you'll influence strategy, champion employee wellbeing, and help shape the future of a thriving primary school, we'd love to hear from you. Submit your CV today for immediate consideration.

Posted 2026-07-25

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