HR and Business Officer - 1 Year Fixed Term

We are seeking an HR & Business Officer to join our team at Twickenham School, part of Bourne Education Trust. Working closely with the School Business Leader and Finance Officer, you will lead the school's administrative HR function, oversee safer recruitment processes, manage absence and cover administration, and support finance and procurement activities. The role offers significant professional development, with increasing responsibility for financial management and business operations over time. About Twickenham School Twickenham School is a high-performing mixed secondary school for students aged 11-16 in Twickenham, south west London. As part of the Bourne Education Trust (BET), a successful multi-academy trust comprising twenty-four schools across Surrey, Hampshire, and the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames, we are committed to "Transforming schools...changing lives." Guided by our core values of Perseverance, Responsibility, Integrity, Dedication, and Empathy, we strive for excellence in everything we do. We offer a broad and balanced curriculum designed to stretch and challenge every student, fostering a love of learning that lasts a lifetime. Our facilities are among the best in the borough, with the building completely rebuilt in 2015, upgraded in 2018, and further investments planned. The new Aspire centre, opened in September 2022, and the new drama studio was opened in September 2025. Details Position: HR & Business Officer Contract: Full time, 1 Year fixed term. Mon - Fri 8am - 4pm (with some flexibility) Start Date: ASAP Salary: NJC Scale 6 Point 16, £34,486 Benefits

• Condensed school year with two week half term in October
• Ongoing training, learning and development opportunities
• Recognition policies for exceptional performance and long service
• Well-being support, including 24/7 online GP access, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), online wellness support and free eye tests and flu vaccinations
• Access to savings on your everyday spending including groceries, homeware, entertainment and holidays, through My Group benefits platform
• Work-life balance, and family friendly policies and processes
• Free on-site parking and cycle to work scheme
• Occupational sick pay Key Responsibilities Include:
• Lead all day-to-day HR administration across the school.
• Coordinate the full recruitment process from advert to appointment in conjunction with the central People Team.
• Prepare contracts, offer letters and employment documentation. Essential Requirements include:
• Ability to demonstrate an awareness, understanding and commitment to the protection and safeguarding of children
• Experience working in school HR
• Strong understanding of safer recruitment. For full job description and requirements, please see applicant pack on our careers website. Our Culture At Bourne Education Trust, We Value Colleagues Who Are:
• Reflective, optimistic and aspirational
• Collaborative and innovative
• Committed, engaged and professional
• Advocates for equality and inclusivity How To Apply For This Role: Please click 'Quick Apply' to complete our online application form. Please note CVs without a fully completed application form will not be considered. Please note: If you are viewing this vacancy on LinkedIn or another job board, clicking “Apply” will redirect you to our careers site, where you will need to complete our online application form. Benefits: Generous pension, condensed school year, training and development, recognition policies, wellbeing support (24/7 GP access & EAP), access to discount platform, work-life balance, family-friendly policies, free parking, occupational sick pay