HR Manager – Birmingham

📍 Birmingham | Secondary school 📅 Start: ASAP (notice periods considered) 📝 Contract: Permanent ⏰ Hours: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week 💷 Salary: £42,000–£48,000 per annum (indicative) Lead and develop a people-focused HR function! A secondary school in Birmingham is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead its HR provision and support the effective running of the school. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who can combine strong employment knowledge with a practical, approachable and supportive management style. Why apply? Take ownership of a key school function. Work closely with senior leaders and managers. Play an important role in staff development and employee relations. Help shape effective HR policies and procedures. Join a school environment where your work makes a difference. About the role You will oversee the day-to-day HR function, advising managers on employee relations, recruitment, absence management, performance and staff development. You will ensure policies and procedures are up to date, support safer recruitment processes and help maintain accurate personnel records. What we're looking for Previous experience in an HR management role. Strong knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practice. Experience managing employee relations and complex HR matters. Excellent communication and organisational skills. CIPD qualification or equivalent experience. If you are shortlisted, you will be contacted within 48 hours. Any offer of employment will be subject to satisfactory safeguarding checks, including an enhanced DBS check.