• Closing Date:Closing Date:
    14 June 2026
  • Internal Advert Closing Date:Internal Advert Closing Date:
    14 June 2026
  • LocationLocation:
    Bexleyheath
  • ServiceService:
    Schools HR and Schools Governance
  • Vacancy TypeVacancy Type:
    Permanent
  • Advertising SalarySalary Details:
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  • GradeGrade:
    BEXLEY 07
  • Directorate:
    Finance & Corporate Services
  • Hours Per Week:Hours Per Week:
    36 hours
  • Corporate AddressCorporate Address
    Civic Offices, 2 Watling Street, Bexleyheath, Kent, DA6 7AT
  • Vacancy IDVacancy ID:
    830
  • About The Role

  • Are you on the lookout for an exciting new challenge? We are seeking a dedicated HR Officer to join our Schools HR team on a temporary basis, initially for six months. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a dynamic team that plays a vital role in supporting our schools.

    As an HR Officer, you will provide essential HR support to schools across Bexley and beyond. Your key responsibilities will include:
    Inputting new starters, variations, and terminations onto the HR/Payroll system.
    Preparing employment documentation.
    Supporting recruitment processes.
    Assisting HR Officers with managing payroll deadlines.
    Ensuring compliance with employment legislation.
    Please refer to the Job Description attached for more information.
    Candidate Profile
    We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment, opportunities for professional development, and the chance to make a real difference in the schools we support.
     
    To succeed in this role, you will need:
    Previous experience in an administrative role.
    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
    Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
    Strong organisational and administrative skills.
     
    CV's will not be accepted, please complete the application form.

    For the full list of essential and desirable criteria for this role then please refer to the Person Specification within the Job Description attached.
  • About Us

  • Bexley is a vibrant and diverse outer London Borough nestled in the Thames Gateway between London and Kent which means it combines the perfect blend of city vibe and the tranquillity of Kent. It's got award-winning parks, open spaces, and heritage sites. The borough has excellent transport connections, including the Elizabeth Line and proximity to the M25. Bexley offers fantastic amenities such as libraries, leisure centres, and shopping areas. Our borough is also home to numerous primary and secondary schools, as well as further education institutions.

    Our Offer to you

    We will offer you in return a package that includes a competitive salary, coaching and mentoring programmes, an excellent pension scheme and generous annual leave plus bank holidays. For more information on the benefits package on offer please refer to the Candidate Information document attached.

    Recruitment Information

    As a disability confident employer Bexley welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on  [email protected]

    This role may be available as a development opportunity through secondment for the Council’s existing employees.  The Council’s Secondment Scheme can be found here. If this option is of interest, please contact the recruiting manager.

    We reserve the right to close adverts earlier than the closing date.

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