HR Manager
Southfields Academy, London, SW18 5JUDeadline is tomorrow
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
14 July 2025 at 12pm (midday)
Date listed
30 June 2025
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: Full Time, all year round.
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Between £45,000 and £55,000
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for a seasoned HR advisor with experience in a senior HR role and in a school setting. At Southfields Academy we have an inclusive ethos and this means that we do not turn away students who may present with challenges, but, instead we work hard to deliver the best possible provision so that every child has progression opportunities and can further make meaningful contributions in society. This means that our staff deserve the best HR who can support them and guide them whilst maintaining the highest professional standards.
You might not have decades of experience - but you bring solid HR knowledge, sound judgement, and the ability to stay calm under pressure. You’re confident enough to advise, but humble enough to ask when you're unsure. You understand the importance of confidentiality, and your attention to detail means processes are followed correctly, every time.
Whether you're supporting recruitment, resolving people queries, advising on policy, or guiding a line manager through a sensitive issue - you’ll be hands-on, thoughtful, and ready to roll up your sleeves. You’ll also know when to escalate appropriately or seek advice to ensure the best outcomes for staff and students. Your responsibilities include:
What the school offers its staff
Staff Benefits
At Southfields Academy we believe that our staff are our greatest asset. We are committed to fostering a supportive, enriching environment where everyone can thrive. Here's what you can look forward to as part of our team:
Professional Growth & Support
- Generous PPA Time: Enjoy a minimum of 20% Planning, Preparation, and Assessment (PPA) time for full-time teachers – ensuring you have more time to focus on what matters most.
- Tailored CPD: Access to high-quality professional development tailored to your individual goals and career aspirations.
- Outstanding Early Career Support: A structured, nurturing support programme for Early Career Teachers, led by experienced Senior Leaders and Lead Practitioners.
Health, Wellbeing & Work-Life Balance
- Wellbeing-Focused Culture: Join a school that genuinely cares, with a welcoming and supportive environment committed to safeguarding and all aspects of staff wellbeing.
- Wellbeing Resources: Ongoing access to mental health and wellbeing support, both in and out of school.
Exclusive Staff Perks
- Cycle to Work Scheme: Save money and stay active with our Cycle to Work initiative.
- Technology Scheme (Subject to availability): Opportunity to purchase tech via salary sacrifice – ask us for the latest details.
- Nursery Discount: Enjoy discounted childcare at our on-site Nursery@Aspire (subject to availability).
- Fitness & Leisure: Free Aspire membership with access to our fitness suite, swimming pool, and discounted classes and facility hire.
- Onsite Parking: Complimentary staff parking (subject to availability).
- Refreshments & Meals: Free tea and coffee during breaktimes and cost-price meals in our staff canteen.
We're always keen to hear new ideas and suggestions from our staff to enhance benefit offering. If there's a benefit or initiative you're passionate about, we're open to exploring it together
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Please complete the online application.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About Southfields Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 18
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 1179 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 18
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Southfields Academy website
- Email address
- hr@southfieldsacademy.com
- Phone number
- 020 8875 2600
At Southfields we aim to create a culture of tolerance and respect for others, where students and staff work together to improve. Our vision is to develop a provision that will secure the best life chances for our students once they leave Southfields Academy. This environment must inspire each individual in the community to be the very best that they can be. At Southfields we have the highest expectations of achievement and behaviour and offer a nurturing and supportive environment where we celebrate difference and ensure that everyone meets their full potential. We value every individual and commit to ensuring everyone feels supported and listened to.
We offer the highest quality educational experience, aiming to inspire a generation of lifelong learners, who take pride in their achievements and take ownership of their learning. We believe creativity and imagination are the key to developing future passions and talents. We have a positive, “can do” attitude, believing that the sky is our limit, and we will think creatively and innovatively to meet the needs of our learners and our community.
A successful Southfields student will be one that understands the world we live in and is curious and keen to develop further by learning from others around them. This student will leave Southfields ready for their next stage in education or employment, equipped to learn and to grow.
Arranging a visit to Southfields Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@southfieldsacademy.com.
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