Senior Administrator and Head of HR

Abingdon House School is seeking an enthusiastic, committed and highly capable Senior Administrator and Head of HR to join the supportive and collaborative team in a flourishing independent school catering for students with special educational needs. The successful candidate will hold the responsibility in all aspects of HR, including recruitment and retention, succession planning, employee relations, policy development, organisational change and performance management and CPD.  On a rota basis with the other Senior Administrators, there would also be responsibility for the day to day office management of the school.

Abingdon House School is a unique and successful Independent Day School for children with Specific Learning Difficulties, aged 5-17. The school delivers holistic and integrated programmes of education, therapy and personal development for its students. The teacher occupies an integral role as part of the multi-disciplinary team. This team is comprised of Educators, Occupational, Physiotherapy, Music and Speech & Language Therapists and support staff.  

Position:   Senior Administrator and Head of HR (full time, permanent)

Location: Broadley Terrace, Marylebone, London, NW1 6LG

Salary: £26,000-£33,500 (depending on experience)

Start Date:  as soon as possible

Closing Date:  Monday July 2nd 2018; applications will be considered as they are submitted and interviews may be held before the closing date for the right candidates.

Skills and Personal qualities required:  

• Relevant qualifications and/or experience  
• Excellent communication and administrative skills  
• Excellent IT literacy including Google Suite, Student Management Information Services and external support systems such as Peninsula and Care Check
• A proven track record of staff management, policy writing and review and working within or developing efficient systemic approaches
• Previous experience in the education sector desirable  
• Emotionally resilient and able to handle a busy and varied workload  
• Good interpersonal skills with an ability to work collaboratively and relate to people at all levels  
• Self-starter with a high level of time management and planning skills 
• An ability to establish priorities, work independently and work without direct supervision on all routine matters

This role would suit a professional who would like to be part of a school that offers:

• An opportunity to be an integral part in a growing and developing school where new initiatives are welcomed and encouraged
• A collaborative, professional and friendly staff and leadership team
• The opportunity for responsibilities and advancement both within the school and within the Cavendish Education group
• A comprehensive programme of professional development with the opportunity to gain further qualifications as well as demonstrating the breadth of your abilities by leading on training and inset
• An aspirational learning environment that truly puts the student at the centre
• A caring and supportive approach with our students, dedicated to their personal development, wellbeing and teaching skills for life, not just passing exams

AHS is a member of the Cavendish Education Group. For more information please visit: www.cavendisheducation.com. 

Abingdon House School is totally committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and young people and expects the same from its employees.