School HR - Lead

Role:

Reporting:

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as a single point of contact for the employees and section heads.
• Partners with section heads in managing day to day people issues.
• Manpower planning with the management & section heads.
• Develop and implement recruitment strategies to fill the vacant positions.
• Coordinate the hiring process, including job postings, screening applicants, conducting interviews, and making job offers.
• Facilitate new employee orientation and on boarding to ensure a smooth transition into the school community.
• Identify training needs and develop professional development programs for staff members.
• Coordinate workshops, seminars, and other training activities to enhance employee skills and knowledge.
• Implementation of HR policies, procedures and processes. Also ensuring all school policies and procedures are up to date in line with current employment law
• Work with school leadership to establish performance goals and objectives for staff members.
• Implement performance appraisal systems to assess employee performance and provide constructive feedback.
• Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on performance-related issues.
• Address employee concerns, grievances, and conflicts in a timely and confidential manner.
• Promote positive employee relations through effective communication, recognition programs, and team-building activities.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations, including those related to discrimination, harassment, and workplace safety.
• Planning, processing & budgeting of attendance on timely basis.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, including personnel files, attendance, and leave records.
• Process payroll and benefits administration in collaboration with finance and administration departments.
• Conducting and analyzing exit interviews; recommending changes.
• Develops and implements better people management practices to improve overall morale in the employees. Also responsible for culture building.

QUALIFICATIONS & PREFERRED SKILLS

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Previous experience in HR management, preferably in an educational setting.
• Knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency in HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems) and MS Office applications.
• Certification in HR (e.g., PHR, SPHR) is a plus.

This job description outlines the primary responsibilities and qualifications for an HR professional working in a school environment. However, specific duties may vary depending on the size and structure of the school, as well as its unique needs and priorities.

You can also share your resume on krupa.mehta@lighthouse-learning.com