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Senior HR Officer - High-Performing Secondary School

Start Date: January 2026
Location: Brighton, East Sussex

About the Role

A high-achieving secondary school in Brighton is seeking a Senior HR Officer to support HR operations and provide expert guidance across the school.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide HR advice to managers and staff
• Support recruitment, restructuring, and contract management
• Manage HR casework including absence and performance
• Ensure HR policies are implemented consistently
• Support staff wellbeing and engagement initiatives

About the School

The school is known for its inclusive ethos, excellent behaviour, and commitment to staff development. It offers a vibrant working environment close to excellent transport links.

About You

• Strong HR background, ideally within education or public sector
• Sound knowledge of employment law
• Confident communicator with strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities effectively

Vacancy posted more than 2 months ago
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