HR Officer  

Arrangements: Monday to Friday, Full time, 37 hours per week. Term Time Only + 2 Weeks (flexibility to discuss term time only arrangements)

Based across Smestow Academy (WV3 8HU) and Bloxwich Academy Primary (WS2 7JT) 

Actual annual salary: £29,547.90 (FTE £32,677 - Scale Group 10) 

Start date: May 2026 

About the Role 

As Matrix Academy Trust begins to centralise the HR function, we are seeking to appoint a dedicated HR Officer to provide professional HR advice and support under the guidance of the HR Manager. This role will be supporting two of our Academies, based at Smestow Academy and Bloxwich Academy Primary.  

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced HR professional who is proactive, highly organised, and committed to delivering an excellent HR service. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting staff, ensuring compliance with HR policies and procedures, and upholding our commitment to safeguarding and employee wellbeing. 

Key responsibilities will include

• Overseeing recruitment processes, including employment checks and new starter documentation.
• Ensuring appropriate reasonable adjustment records are in place for staff with disabilities or medical conditions.
• Maintaining HR records and systems, including SIMS, payroll uploads, and employee filing systems.
• Working across multiple sites to provide HR cover and capacity as required.
• Delivering accurate, timely, and confidential HR administration to a high professional standard. 

What We’re Looking For 

• Having a minimum qualification of CIPD Level 3 (Level 5 desirable).   
• Previous experience in a HR role, ideally within education or a multi-site organisation.
• Strong knowledge of HR processes, employment law, and safer recruitment practices.
• Strong organisational and administrative skills with high attention to detail.
• Ability to work flexibly across multiple sites, with access to a vehicle and a full driving licence. 

About Us 

It is an exciting time to join an expanding and thriving Trust. We always say ‘if it’s not good enough for our own families it’s not good enough for our pupils’ and we really mean what we say. Every child deserves an exceptional education.   

We are committed to fostering a culture that values the health and well-being of all employees at Matrix Academy Trust. We are proud to offer a comprehensive well-being package to all employees, including access to 24/7 online GP, physiotherapy services and counselling services. We also offer all employees annual health checks which includes the flu jab, BMI checks and a general discussion with a qualified Nurse.   

To apply directly, please complete our application form. If you have any queries about the role please contact Molly Thomason (HR Director) on mthomason@matrixacademytrust.co.uk  

Application Deadline: 8th May 2026 

Please note that suitable candidates may be called for interview and we reserve the right to remove any advertised role early.  

Matrix Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS clearance and pre-employment checks in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education.