Are you passionate about people and looking to make a real impact in education?

We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated HR Officer to support the operation of HR services across Ormiston Queensmill Academy and Ormiston Kensington Queensmill Academy. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a supportive, inclusive, and high-performing team, working in a diverse environment that prioritises the wellbeing and success of both students and staff.

As HR Officer, you will be a key member of the People and Culture team, responsible for delivering a comprehensive HR service. Your role will be critical in supporting employee relations, HR processes, and the successful implementation of our People Strategy. You’ll contribute to our positive culture, ensuring the Academy is a great place to work, grow, and develop.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide day-to-day HR support across both academies, ensuring smooth operation of HR processes.
• Support line managers with probation reviews, absence management, and HR processes to drive effectiveness.
• Manage pre-employment checks, onboarding, and induction for new starters to ensure they integrate seamlessly into the team.
• Support employee relations matters, providing advice and guidance to staff and leadership teams.
• Administer payroll, update contracts and documentation, and ensure compliance with data protection regulations.
• Maintain the Academy’s single central record (SCR), ensuring compliance with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) regulations.
• Work with the senior leadership teams to address attendance issues and promote staff wellbeing.

Your Skills and Experience:

• CIPD qualified or equivalent HR experience.
• Experience in HR support, employee relations, and HR data analysis.
• Strong organisational and communication skills with attention to detail.
• Understanding of Keeping Children Safe in Education and safeguarding practices.
• Ability to build strong relationships and collaborate across teams.

Ormiston Queensmill Academy and Ormiston Kensington Queensmill Academy are both well-established autism specific schools. Our sites are designed to deliver a spacious, low-arousal learning environment with excellent autism-specific facilities and resources, allowing us to manage our young people’s needs effectively. We have an enthusiastic, dedicated, and highly trained professional team committed to providing the highest standard of holistic education for all our young people and we have created a supportive, friendly, and nurturing environment that enables our young people and our staff to thrive. We celebrate our pupils’ differences and uniqueness and we put our children and young people at the centre of our practice.

Why work for Ormiston? 

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.  

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys… 

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive 

• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve 

• Being part of a team and community where you belong – being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities 

• A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits 

If you are passionate about making a positive difference and have the expertise to support our HR function in an environment that truly values your skills and dedication, we want to hear from you!

For an informal chat regarding the role please contact Letticia Annang, Regional HR Partner, via letticia.annang@ormistonacademies.co.uk

To apply, please submit an application via the link above by Tuesday 22nd April 2025 at 9am.

Ormiston Queensmill Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity.  Flexible working opportunities will be considered.   

 All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.  

 The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974