Job Title: Human Resource Business Partner
We are seeking a skilled and experienced professional to fill the role of Human Resource Business Partner.
Job Description:
The ideal candidate will have experience in HR administration, recruitment, employee relations, and reporting. They will be responsible for supporting the Head of Human Resources with the operational delivery of HR services and support to staff.
Main Responsibilities:
1. Oversee HR administration and systems, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and effectiveness.
2. Coordinate recruitment activities across the School, staff movements, employee relations, and reporting and compliance activities.
3. Partner with stakeholders to ensure successful delivery of all aspects of the employment lifecycle.
4. Provide efficient and effective recruitment service, including advertising, screening, interview management, pre-employment checks, and correspondence with candidates.
5. Proactively identify gaps and opportunities for future recruitment.
6. Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes.
7. Manage and maintain HR systems and processes.
8. Manage leave process for maternity leave and Long Service Leave.
9. Prepare accurate employee contracts and correspondence for all staff movements in a timely manner.
10. Liaise with Payroll to ensure all employment changes are processed in time for the fortnightly pay run.
11. Be the first point of contact for HR queries.
12. Manage and coordinate casual employment processes.
13. Ensure working with children check clearances for employees and volunteers are completed, verified, and recorded to comply with policies and legislation.
14. Ensure all staff have the requisite qualifications and registrations for their roles.
15. Manage and maintain employee records for current and past employees to ensure accurate reporting can be achieved.
16. Lead new staff inductions, ensuring compliance with School policies.
17. Onboarding of new staff including profile setup in Synergetic.
18. Preparation and completion of all reports as required by state and federal government agencies, the NSW Education Standards Authority (NESA), and Ascham's Council of Governors and Senior Leadership Team for review by the Head of Human Resources.
19. Remuneration benchmarking with similar service providers to support business needs.
20. Coordinate practicum placements for student teachers.
21. Use professional judgment to solve problems or escalate issues when there are no clear methods or procedures in place for doing so.
22. Clear understanding of the relevant Industrial Instruments and Fair Work Act.
23. Clear understanding of Employee and Industrial Relations having worked with complex industrial agreements and awards.
24. Assist with ER/IR issues by delivering consultation, management, and advice to stakeholders, and assisting with investigations, mediations, and other formal employee relations processes.
25. Manage all end-of-year processes.
26. Manage and update all employment files.
27. Deliver specific objectives as agreed with the Head of Human Resources to achieve the values, goals, and strategies of the School.
28. Assist the Head of Human Resources with various HR projects (e.g., HR technology projects, policy updates).
29. Ensure compliance with the School's Code of Conduct and all other internal policies and procedures.
30. Other duties as required by the School.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
* Tertiary qualification in Human Resources.
* Business partnering experience having worked across all aspects of the employment lifecycle.
* Highly developed interpersonal skills with the ability to build effective relationships and communicate with a diverse range of people.
* Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
* Ability to work independently, prioritize, and meet deadlines.
* Excellent organization and planning skills.
* High attention to detail.
* Strong coaching, mentoring, and change management skills.
* Advanced skills in the use of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Outlook).
* A valid Working with Children clearance.
* Experience working in the education sector desirable.
Benefits:
This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced HR professional to join our team and contribute to the success of our School.
How to Apply:
Please apply via Seek with your cover letter and curriculum vitae (please include WWCC & First Aid and CPR details) and the names and contact details of two referees.
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