Human Resources Support Manager

Essex; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - GBP 32,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Chelmsford is seeking a highly organized Human Resources Support Manager to deliver HR and administrative support. The role involves maintaining oversight of HR-related matters, administering pre-employment checks, and managing the HR database. Candidates should have excellent communication and organizational skills, along with experience in HR administration. This part-time position offers a salary range from £28,659 to £31,655 and a commitment to staff wellbeing.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Employee assistance programme

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Highly organized individual with experience in HR administration.
• Ability to deliver exceptional administrative support.
• Experience with DBS checks and staff onboarding processes.

Responsibilities

• Maintain HR-related matters including recruitment and absence management.
• Administer pre-employment checks and induction procedures.
• Manage administrative processes for pupil transition and admissions.

Skills

HR administration

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Team management

Tools

HR MIS database - Arbor

Job description

Job Ref No. ECC7063-228 Position Type: Administration Pay Range: Scale 7, point 19 (range 19-24)

Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Part-time Contract Term: Permanent

Application Close: 24/02/2026 Midday Date of Interviews: 2nd March 2026

HUMAN RESOURCES SUPPORT MANAGER- Thriftwood College, Fox Crescent, CM1-2BN

LGPCD Pay Scale: 7, Point 19 (Range 19-24)
37 hours per week
Monday-Thursday 8:30am-16:30pm/ Friday 8:30am - 16:00pm
Term-Time plus 3 weeks, to be worked during school closure periods

Actual Salary: From £28,659.00 to £31,655.00 (These figures include the holiday pay entitlement for someone with less than five years' continous service, as specified by the Essex County Council Modification Order).

Closing Date: Tuesday, 24th February 2026 (Midday)
Interview Date: Monday, 2nd March 2026

Required as soon as possible

We are seeking a highly organised and meticulous individual to deliver exceptional HR and administrative support to our college community.Thriftwood is a well-respected, 'Outstanding' provision for pupils with moderate learning difficulties. Our students have a range of different needs, which may include difficulties with communication, social or physical skills and, because of this, they often need a little extra help to manage everyday activities.

Key Responsibilites:

• To maintain a strategic overview of all HR-related matters at a college-based level, such as recruitment, absence management and staff CPD, advising the Executive Headteacher/College Lead and SLT accordingly
• To be responsible for administering the pre-employment checks' prcoedure for staff, including the DBS process, the probationary and induction procedures, in close conjunction with the SEAX Trust Director of HR and Executive Headteacher/College Lead
• To maintain the Academy MIS database - Arbor, in respect of HR records inlcuding absence and training
• To manage the administrative process of pupil transition and admissions for the college site
• To function as Line Manager for the college Admin Team, as directed

We can offer you:

• A range of high quality, professional development opportunities
• Varied, interesting and highly rewarding work
• Support to progress your career at Thriftwood and across the SEAX Trust schools
• A commitment to staff wellbeing, including an employee assistance programme offering free counselling to all staff and their close family members
• A social, caring and dedicated team of colleagues, focused on the best outcomes for all students and staff
• A bright new future

To Apply: Please complete a SEAX Trust Application Form available at www.thriftwoodschool.com and www.essexschoolsjobs.co.uk

For additional information and queries, please telephone Gemma Ellis on 01245 262779.

Thriftwood is part of the SEAX Trust group of special schools

The SEAX Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This includes obtaining references, medical checks and ensuring compliance with the Disclosure and Barring Service process

Information about the School

Thriftwood is an outstanding SEND School and College, offering a wealth of opportunities and experiences to its pupils, their families and staff. It is based on two sites in Chelmsford; Thriftwood School site lies in Galleywood and Thriftwood College in Melbourne. It forms a part of the SEAX Multi-Academy Trust, which encompasses SEND provisions across Essex https://www.seaxtrust.com/

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

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