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Job Posted: 2 days ago
Salary: £ 31.18 - 36 / Hour
Job Type: Contract
Location: Hertfordshire
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Job Title: Head of HR (Interim)
Location: Hertfordshire
Duration: 1-2 months initially (possible extension)
Rate: £31.00 - £36.00 per hour
Start: Immediate (ideal for candidates available now)
Hours: Monday to Thursday 8.30 - 5.00pm and Friday 4.30 pm finish
We are working with a leading education organisation in Hertfordshire who are seeking an experienced Head of HR to join on an interim basis. This is a pivotal role for an accomplished HR leader with strong employee relations expertise and experience in Succession planning.
About the Role
As the Head of HR, you will take responsibility for leading and advising across all core HR functions, ensuring the organisation maintains compliant, people-focused practices. You will work closely with senior leaders to drive HR strategy, manage complex employee relations matters, and support organisational development initiatives.
Given the short-term, interim nature of the post, this role requires someone who can quickly step into a leadership position and deliver immediate impact.
Key Responsibilities
·Lead and support on complex and high-level employee relations cases
·Provide strategic HR guidance to senior leadership
·Oversee HR operations, policies, and compliance within the education framework
·Drive and support succession planning across key areas of the organisation
·Offer guidance on workforce planning and organisational development
·Build strong relationships with school and trust leaders, ensuring HR best practice
·Support cultural and people initiatives across the organisation
What We're Looking For
·Previous experience as Head of HR (or equivalent senior HR leadership role)
·Experience within the education sector and or public sector is desirable
·CIPD Level 7 (or working towards Level 7)
·Proven track record managing complex employee relations matters
·Strong understanding of HR legislation
·Experience in succession planning and organisational development
·Confident, proactive, and able to hit the ground running
·Must be available immediately
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity for an immediately available HR leader to step into a senior, strategic role within a respected education environment. You will have the opportunity to add real value and influence key HR initiatives during a critical period.
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