Head of HR - term-time plus 3 weeks

This is an exciting opportunity to join Cumnor House Sussex, one of the country’s leading independent Prep, Pre-Prep and Nursery schools, rightly known for the warmth and strength of its community. 

The School provides every aspect of a broad and excellent education, including sport, music and drama, within beautiful country surroundings. Our motto of Aim High, Be Kind, and Dare to be Different is lived enthusiastically every day and in every area of the school.

 With the retirement of the current HR Manager, we are inviting applications from candidates with in-depth, all-round HR experience, management skills and an aptitude for the legal and compliance side of HR, as well as the recruitment and selection aspects.

Overarching responsibilities will be to provide an excellent service in running the HR operations of the school; and, with the support of an administrative assistant, to be responsible for overseeing all HR processes. Additionally, the Head of HR will work closely with the Senior Leadership to ensure the school is fully compliant with safer recruitment legislation.

A  full description of the role and specifications can be found on the attached 'Profile' document.

We are looking for:

•   CIPD Level 7 (Level 5 minimum) with 5-10 years of HR experience.

•   Excellent management and communication skills.

•  Ability to multi-task under pressure and establish clear priorities.

•  A good understanding and experience of HR matters such as management
      practices, drafting policies and guidance, and HR information systems.

•  Confident knowledge of the practical application of employment law.

Salary, benefits and conditions:

•  The salary to be agreed is expected to reflect the importance of the role and the experience of the candidate. Please call the HR Manager if you would like to discuss this point before applying.

• This role is expected to be full-time during term (34 weeks) plus 6 weeks at 50%, arranged to suit the work load. This is approximately 80% of full time.

• Flexibility and commitment is expected in order to fulfil the above responsibilities, including attendance at meetings and events outside of normal working hours.

• Excellent benefits include substantial staff discount on fees, generous contributory pension scheme (which includes life assurance) full catering during term time, and use of facilities such as indoor pool.

For more information about the School, please visit our website:

https://cumnor.co.uk/information/career-opportunities/

or call Teresa Mockridge, HR Manager, on 01825 790347 / 07960308016

To apply, please send your application form (which you will find attached or on our website) and cover letter to hr@cumnor.co.uk

You can also use the TES Quick Apply method if you prefer.

Applications will be considered as they arrive, and Cumnor House Sussex reserves the right to make an appointment prior to the advertised deadline of 6th August 2022.

Cumnor House Sussex is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, and expects all staff to share this commitment. A successful application will be dependent upon a satisfactory enhanced DBS check and other safeguarding checks and screening, including references. All staff have a key role to play in identifying concerns early and in providing help for children, and are expected to act in accordance with the School’s Safeguarding & Child Protection Policies which are available on our website.