Human Resources Officer at Valence School

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  Job Reference #
EDV/2026/VS/91095
  Location
Westerham Road, Westerham, Kent, TN16 1QN
  Contract Type
Permanent
  Contract Term
Part-Time
  Salary
£16.26 Hourly
25 hours per week Term Time Only £18,463 actual gross per annum
  Closing Date
Midnight, Sun 19th Apr, 2026
  Start Date
ASAP
  Positions Available
1
   Positions Available        1
  Interview Date(s)
Week commencing 27 April
   Interview Date(s)           Week commencing 27 April
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About this Role

Key Responsibilities:

You will provide day to day administration support for all HR related matters across all HR functions, ensuring queries are dealt with promptly and effectively. 

You will coordinate the recruitment process from advertising through to appointment ensuring all pre-employment checks and onboarding processes meet safer recruitment requirements.

You will also be responsible for coordinating the staff probation and promotion processes and assist with absence monitoring and HR reporting, supporting the HR Manager with employee relations.

You will maintain accurate HR records in line with data protection requirements.

About You:

We are looking for an HR professional who holds a CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent) and who has experience of working in a busy and varied HR department.

You will have a good knowledge of HR employment legislation and can handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.

You will also demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills, be able to work independently and manage multiple priorities whilst also working collaboratively as part of a team.

Attention to detail, strong administration skills and confidence with MS Office packages and HR information systems are essential along with a professional, positive can-do attitude.

Experience working within education would be advantageous but is not essential.

Why Join Us:

·         Generous pension scheme & life cover

·         Staff well-being sessions and support

·         Retail discounts and subsidised meals

·         Free on-site parking and refreshments

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional looking to further develop their career within a supportive and collaborative school environment.

You will have the chance to contribute to supporting the delivery of high quality education, learning and care to our students and where your work has a direct impact on staff experience and organisational effectiveness.

We will be reviewing applications as they are submitted, therefore we strongly recommend applying early. Please be aware that the advert may close before the specified date depending on the number of applications received.

Valence School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of every student and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  We value diversity and promote equality for all. For shortlisted candidates references will be taken up before interview and online checks undertaken.  The successful applicant will require an enhanced DBS check (this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act).


Valence School would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:

  1. Please read the job description and person specification. Using examples, show how your knowledge, skills and experience meet these requirements and why you are applying for this post.

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