Human Resources Manager (Urgently Needed)
| Posting date: | 05 March 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £49,060 to £50,456 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Work From Home | Flexibility | Health Insurance | Company Pension |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 April 2026 |
| Location: | Stourbridge, West Midlands |
| Remote working: | Fully remote |
| Company: | Kinver High School |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | HRM050326 |
Summary
Kinver High School & Sixth Form has a long history of hiring engaged, productive employees, and we’re looking for a human resources (HR) manager to continue this tradition. The ideal candidate will have experience in HR or employee recruitment, with a thorough understanding of HR policies and procedures. The bulk of the role will involve employee orientations, benefits administration, compensation, rewards, and conflict resolution, and there is great opportunity for developing and refining systems. We’re eager to find a human resources manager who connects easily with people and has a detail-oriented mindset for handling the dynamic nature of today’s workforce.
Objectives of this role
Oversee and refine employee standards and procedures, using existing HR systems as well as improved or recommended processes
Maintain and enhance employee benefits programs, including compensation, health insurance, expense reimbursement, and vacation
Assist with recruitment efforts, and prepare employees for their assignments by establishing and conducting orientation and training programs
Ensure compliance with national and local HR regulations by conducting investigations and maintaining records
Identify and recommend improvements to internal standard operating procedures, including team restructuring and morale building
Responsibilities
Support departments in developing and delivering strategic HR plans that fit with the overall business direction
Plan, monitor, and appraise HR activities by scheduling management conferences, resolving employee grievances, training managers in how to coach and discipline, and counselling employees and supervisors
Champion the on-boarding process by ensuring that it's high-quality and up to date, and provide clarity and connection for employees so their roles serve the overall vision.
Maintain management guidelines by preparing, updating, and recommending human-resources policies and procedures
Build strong relationships with external suppliers, fostering trust and promoting collaboration
Handle confidential matters with discretion
Required skills and qualifications
Two or more years of experience in human resources or employee recruitment
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills and an ethical mindset
Adept at problem-solving and conflict resolution
Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills
Familiarity with HR software
Preferred skills and qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in human resources or related field
Experience working with PeopleSoft software
Strong understanding of national laws related to HR
Right to work in the United Kingdom
Objectives of this role
Oversee and refine employee standards and procedures, using existing HR systems as well as improved or recommended processes
Maintain and enhance employee benefits programs, including compensation, health insurance, expense reimbursement, and vacation
Assist with recruitment efforts, and prepare employees for their assignments by establishing and conducting orientation and training programs
Ensure compliance with national and local HR regulations by conducting investigations and maintaining records
Identify and recommend improvements to internal standard operating procedures, including team restructuring and morale building
Responsibilities
Support departments in developing and delivering strategic HR plans that fit with the overall business direction
Plan, monitor, and appraise HR activities by scheduling management conferences, resolving employee grievances, training managers in how to coach and discipline, and counselling employees and supervisors
Champion the on-boarding process by ensuring that it's high-quality and up to date, and provide clarity and connection for employees so their roles serve the overall vision.
Maintain management guidelines by preparing, updating, and recommending human-resources policies and procedures
Build strong relationships with external suppliers, fostering trust and promoting collaboration
Handle confidential matters with discretion
Required skills and qualifications
Two or more years of experience in human resources or employee recruitment
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills and an ethical mindset
Adept at problem-solving and conflict resolution
Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills
Familiarity with HR software
Preferred skills and qualifications
Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in human resources or related field
Experience working with PeopleSoft software
Strong understanding of national laws related to HR
Right to work in the United Kingdom