Job Description

Could you be the HR champion who supports every stage of the employee journey and helps shape a thriving school community? Lynn Grove Academy and Woodlands Primary Academy are seeking a dedicated HR Officer to be the first point of contact for all HR-related matters.

Job Title:

HR Officer

Location:

Gorleston-on-Sea and Bradwell, Norfolk

Salary:

Band G, points 18 - 22 - 30,559 - 32,654

Start Date:

ASAP

Contract Type:

Permanent

Working Pattern:

37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

About You:

As the HR Officer you will be organised, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple tasks efficiently. You will be a strong communicator, both written and verbal, and have a solid understanding of HR processes and policies. Additionally, you are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Our ideal candidate would:

Be experienced in working in a busy HR Department. Have knowledge of HR policies and processes, including file management and absence. Have a professional demeanour and a regard for discretion and confidentiality.

About the HR Team:

The Human Resources team supporting the Norfolk schools within Creative Education Trust is a close-knit group of dedicated professionals. Each team member manages their own portfolio of schools, fostering a strong sense of ownership and accountability. Despite this individual focus, we operate with a deeply collaborative spirit - sharing knowledge, supporting one another, and working together to ensure consistency and excellence across all our schools.

We take pride in our strong team ethos and our in-depth understanding of HR guidance, which enables us to provide high-quality, people-focused support that positively impacts both staff experience and student engagement.

We are also committed to the professional growth of our team, offering opportunities for development including support for those wishing to pursue CIPD qualifications. Whether you're looking to deepen your HR expertise or take the next step in your career, we provide a supportive environment where you can thrive.

About Our Schools:

Curious about what makes Lynn Grove Academy and Woodlands Primary Academy special? We warmly invite you to visit us to explore our values and discover what it's like to be part of our welcoming and vibrant school communities.

Discover More About Our Trust:

We encourage you to learn more about our trust's culture, the continuous professional development (CPD) opportunities we offer, and the benefits available to our colleagues. Visit our Trust website to explore these aspects in detail and see how we support our staff in their professional journey.

Ready to Join Us?

Submit your application directly through our website. To discuss this post in more details, please contact Vanda Roy, our Head of HR Business Partnering on vanda.roy@creativeeducationtrust.org.uk

Essential Information:

Creative Education Trust (CET) is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our children and young people by keeping them safe, we expect all our colleagues to share in this responsibility.

All shortlisted candidates are subject to online checks prior to interview.

The CET Recruitment Policy follows the guidance set out by Keeping Children Safe in Education, where all offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS Check, References and where appropriate a Prohibition from teaching search.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

CET is committed to developing, maintaining, and supporting an inclusive culture and environment for the benefit of its employees and the communities it serves.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 30,559.00-32,654.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension Cycle to work scheme Enhanced maternity leave Enhanced paternity leave Health & wellbeing programme On-site parking Sick pay
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: HR Officer