Human Resources Officer (Maternity cover)
Alec Reed Academy, Northolt, Middlesex, UB5 5LQ11 days remaining to apply
Start date details
End of March
Closing date
2 February 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
22 January 2026
Job details
Job role
- Administration, HR, data and finance
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time, part time: Working hours are Monday to Friday from 8am to 4pm working all year round, although term time only working may be considered for the right candidate.
Contract type
- Fixed term - End of March for one year - Maternity or parental leave cover
Full-time equivalent salary
- from £32,000 per annum
What skills and experience we're looking for
Skills & Experience needed:
- The Human Resources Officer is responsible for leading delegated recruitment processes, administering and tracking staff absence workflows, and maintaining the Single Central Record to ensure all onboarding and safeguarding compliance is completed accurately and on time
- Essential: GCSE Grade C or above in English & Mathematics (or equivalent), with strong proficiency in Microsoft Office
- Experience in an HR Officer (or equivalent) role, including recruitment exposure and providing advice or guidance to managers
- Strong understanding of relevant HR legislation, policies, and procedures, with the ability to apply this knowledge effectively in real situations
- Desirable: Experience using iTrent, experience working in a school HR setting, and/or a degree in HR or CIPD accreditation.
What the school offers its staff
What we have to offer you:
- An Ofsted ‘Good’ school and an exciting, supportive place to work
- Strong job security within the public sector, plus a generous annual leave entitlement
- Potential for flexible working options once established in the role
- Access to excellent staff benefits including a new free on‑site state‑of‑the‑art fitness suite, Blue Light Card, Costco membership, and a cycle‑to‑work scheme
- The opportunity to work alongside exceptionally committed colleagues with high expectations for students
- An employer pension contribution of over 19%
- Free on‑site parking, subsidised meals, and family‑friendly policies, including paid dependants’ leave
- Salary from £32,000 p/a dependent on experience and qualifications.
Flexible working opportunities
Hybrid working may be considered after successful probation.
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
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About Alec Reed Academy
- School type
- Academy, ages 3 to 19
- Education phase
- All through school
- School size
- 1672 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 3 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Alec Reed Academy website
- Email address
- hr@alecreedacademy.co.uk
- Phone number
- 0208 8414511
Alec Reed Academy is a thriving, inclusive all‑through school for pupils aged 3–19, serving the diverse community of Northolt in the London Borough of Ealing. Founded by the late Sir Alec Reed and opened in 2005, the Academy has grown significantly and now educates over 1,600 pupils across Nursery, Primary, Secondary and Post‑16 phases. Our unique all‑through structure provides a seamless learning journey, strong transition between phases, and shared professional expertise benefiting children at every stage.
We are proud to be an Ofsted 'Good' school (2018 and 2023), with high aspirations and a clear trajectory of continued improvement. Our mission is to inspire excellence, unlock potential and prepare children for adult life—academically, socially, and personally. We serve a richly diverse community: 60% of pupils speak English as an additional language, we have above‑average levels of SEND and EHCPs, and 48% of pupils are eligible for the Pupil Premium. Our strong pastoral systems and inclusive ethos ensure every young person feels valued, supported, and able to succeed.
Our state‑of‑the‑art facilities were designed by Foster + Partners, offering an exceptional environment for teaching and learning. These include fully equipped science labs, specialist art and technology studios, a professional 300‑seat theatre, a digital media suite, a Community Sports Centre, a 3G AstroTurf pitch, a climbing wall, dance studio, MUGA and expansive outdoor learning spaces. With recent investment—including a £1m Academy Fields Outdoor Learning Hub—we offer innovative opportunities for environmental education, sustainability, wellbeing and hands‑on learning across all phases.
Our curriculum is ambitious and broad, enriched through creative arts, outdoor learning and a strong careers and employability programme aligned with Gatsby Benchmarks. Our new Employability Hub, developed with support from Reed and external partners, ensures students gain the skills, confidence and experiences needed to progress into higher education, apprenticeships, or employment.
As an employer, we invest heavily in professional development. Staff benefit from six annual CPD days, ongoing training, leadership pathways, tailored ECT support and the advantage of working within an all‑through team that collaborates across phases. All business services—including HR, Finance, IT and Estates—are managed in‑house, enabling swift support, strong communication and a consistent, community‑focused culture.
Alec Reed Academy is a welcoming, ambitious and supportive place to work, where innovation is encouraged and staff wellbeing is prioritised. Located in West London with excellent transport links, the Academy offers the advantages of an Outer London setting while applying Inner London pay scales. We are committed to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring every member of our community can thrive.
Arranging a visit to Alec Reed Academy
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@alecreedacademy.co.uk.
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