Bishop Ullathorne Catholic School are seeking a highly organised and professional HR and Admin Officer to provide effective administrative and human resources support within our Catholic secondary school, part of Holy Cross Catholic Multi Academy Company. The role is central to supporting staff and leaders, working closely with the central HR team to ensure that HR processes, people administration, and school operations run smoothly, while upholding our Catholic ethos and commitment to the wellbeing and dignity of every member of our school community.

The successful candidate will:

• play a key role in leading the school’s HR operations
• ensure the delivery of efficient, professional and compliant support services
• line manage and develop the office team
• work closely with the Holy Cross Catholic MAC Central Team to ensure consistent HR practices and compliance

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in the leadership of our HR and administrative functions, contributing to the continued success of a welcoming and high-performing school.

Holy Cross Catholic MAC and Bishop Ullathorne Catholic School can offer you:

• A culture of collaboration, support and high expectations

• A warm, respectful and values-driven school community

• Opportunities for professional growth within the MAC

• Access to the competitive Local Government Pension Scheme

• A strong emphasis on employee wellbeing, including free, confidential access to 24/7 helplines, counselling and support services

• Free, annual flu vaccinations

• A flexible and generous approach to family appointments and events

Interview dates: 21st / 22nd April 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early and to interview suitable candidates before the advertised closing date, should we receive a high volume of applications. We therefore encourage early applications. 

Bishop Ullathorne Catholic School, part of Holy Cross Multi Academy Company, has a responsibility for and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups. All employees and volunteers are expected to share this commitment and to obtain an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and where relevant, a childcare disqualification check.

Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks including two suitable references, evidence of Right to Work, medical clearance and where applicable a prohibition check and evidence of qualifications. All successful candidates will be required to present their birth certificate along with evidence of any name changes.

This post is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. Further information can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). Therefore, the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

An online social media check will also be carried out as part of due diligence on all conditional offers of employment.