Head of HR

Description

Job Title: Head of HR (Interim)

Location: Hertfordshire

Duration: 1-2 months initially (possible extension)

Rate: GBP31.00 - GBP36.00 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.

Thank you for your interest in this vacancy, which is being advertised by Smart10 Recruitment Group, who are acting as an employment agency / business. Your application will be considered in competition with others and we will contact you within 3 working days if you have been shortlisted.

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