HR Office Manager – All Year Round

THE TRUST Barton Court Academy Trust (BCAT) is a multi-academy Trust which was established in 2017. It currently consists of three secondary schools: Barton Court Grammar School, an 11-18 years, mixed selective school in the heart of Canterbury, rated “Good” with many outstanding features by Ofsted in February 2020 and November 2024; The Charles Dickens School, an 11-16 years mixed non-selective school in Broadstairs, rated “Good” by Ofsted in March 2023; and Barton Manor Free School, an 11–18 years non-selective mixed school in the heart of Canterbury which opened to Year 7 in September 2022 and as the school grows now has Y7, 8 and 9 from September 2024. The Post As a highly respected and successful Trust, we are seeking to appoint a first-class Office Manager to work within our HR department to lead and manage the HR office and the HR Administrators/Officers, ensuring accurate and efficient HR procedures and processes across the Trust. This is an exciting opportunity to be an integral part of the BCAT Central team. Previous experience of working within a school environment, leading a team, and working within HR is desirable. The ability to work accurately and to cope with the demands and pace of the workflow are essential, as is the ability to prioritise, meet deadlines, and lead and manage a busy team effectively. Training will be provided for the various ICT and HR systems used; however, proficiency with ICT in general is essential, as is the ability to lead and manage a team. Training towards qualifications within HR is supported and encouraged. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate an excellent grasp of the written word and a friendly telephone manner. This role will suit an experienced HR Officer/Administrator looking to further their career in a school/trust leadership role and to enhance their expertise in HR. The role is full-time all-year-round and will require some travel within the Trust area, which includes 2 schools in Canterbury and one in Thanet. If you have the enthusiasm and determination to lead and manage a team and deliver a first-class HR service, then we would like to hear from you. Deadline: Thursday 13 February 2025 @ 9am.

Early applications are encouraged, and we retain the right to fill the vacancy before the deadline date. How To Apply Applications for this post should be made online only using the School’s application form. CVs will not be accepted. Visit the website and click on Recruitment for more information. Please email your application to

recruitment@bartoncourt.org. If you wish to discuss the post or to arrange a visit, please contact the Personnel Department at

recruitment@bartoncourt.org. Barton Court Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application via the Disclosure & Barring Service and a check against the ISA Barred List for Children. In line with the latest KCSIE guidance, as part of the shortlisting process, the Trust reserves the right to conduct an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of our due diligence, and any relevant information found concerning a candidate's suitability to work with children will be discussed at the interview stage. Our safeguarding practices prevent us from accepting CVs. Barton Court Academy Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time, and flexible working opportunities will be considered. Further details and information about the Trust can be found on our website page. A commitment to staff welfare and promoting BCAT core values is at the heart of this role.

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