HR Officer

Required as soon as possible. Full time, permanent, up to £30,000 pa.

Tormead School is an academically selective independent school for 800 girls aged 4-18 in Guildford, just 40 minutes from London.

We are seeking a capable, enthusiastic and highly organised HR Officer to join our professional and supportive HR team. Reporting to the Head of HR, you will play an important role in the smooth running of HR operations across all areas, delivering high quality HR administration - including end to end recruitment, pre employment checks, onboarding, contracts of employment, absence management, payroll preparation and accurate HR record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Delivery of high quality HR administration across all areas.
• End to end recruitment and pre employment checks.
• On boarding, contracts of employment and absence management.
• Payroll preparation and accurate HR record keeping.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience in HR, recruitment, payroll or a regulated environment is advantageous.
• Strong transferable skills and a clear interest in developing in HR.
• CIPD Level 3 qualification, or willingness to work towards one, is welcomed.

This is a full time position based on site in Guildford. We offer a competitive salary, five weeks' annual leave plus bank holidays, professional development opportunities, free lunch during term time and free use of the school gym.

For further information please contact Emma Mitchell, Head of HR, at .

The closing date for applications is Monday 15 June 2026 at 9.00 am. Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the school reserves the right to appoint before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

Tormead School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and an enhanced DBS check. We conduct online searches for all shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence checks.