Business Support Officer (HR)

Job Advert SummaryWe are seeking an organised and proactive HR Business Support Officer to provide high-quality HR support within the school. The role is responsible for managing staff cover arrangements, supporting employee attendance and wellbeing, overseeing absence management processes, and delivering a range of HR administrative and operational functions. Working closely with managers, employees, agencies, and the Trust's central HR team, the postholder will help ensure compliance with employment legislation, safeguarding requirements, Trust policies, and safer recruitment practices. Key responsibilities include coordinating staff cover and agency workers, managing return-to-work and absence processes, supporting employee wellbeing initiatives, producing HR reports and workforce data, maintaining accurate personnel records, and assisting with audits and compliance activities. The successful candidate will be confident handling sensitive information, have strong organisational and communication skills, and be able to build positive working relationships across the school. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional who is detail-oriented, highly organised, and committed to supporting a positive, compliant, and effective workforce within an educational setting. Why Join Elms Bank School and College Our school is full of energy, care, and a strong sense of community. Guided by our vision, “Excellence for All,” we are committed to providing high-quality education tailored to each pupil’s individual needs. We offer specialist pathways and a broad, meaningful curriculum enriched with real-life experiences, all designed to raise aspirations and develop confidence, independence, and resilience. We are looking for a colleague who shares the clear vision that the child is at the heart of everything we do. One who can enjoy positive, professional relationships with young people and who demonstrates high levels of resilience and emotional intelligence. Every ch