New Hall School

New Hall School is a Catholic independent boarding & day school for girls and boys aged 1-19. Founded in Liège, (in what is now Belgium), in 1642, the school is one of the oldest Catholic schools in the UK. The faith which lies at the heart of our school’s foundation, remains essential to its character today. The school has a remarkable sense of community and aims to educate the whole person: academically, creatively and socially, whilst also nurturing the spiritual dimensions of human life.

New Hall is set in an idyllic and convenient location, on the outskirts of the City of Chelmsford, Essex, just 30 minutes by train from London and within easy reach of all major London airports.

This is an exciting opportunity to bring strong leadership to our experienced Senior Leadership & Management Team (SLMT), providing HR advice on complex issues. New Hall offers an exceptional working environment, in a stunning, Grade I listed historic setting.  With a staff of around 350, New Hall is a warm, welcoming and supportive community.

The Head of HR has responsibility for the oversight of staffing matters for New Hall School Trust, New Hall Enterprises Ltd and New Hall Multi-Academy Trust. They will have proven leadership & management skills and supervisory experience, coupled with strong commercial acumen. The Head of HR line manages the HR team and reports to the Vice Principal. A CIPD Level 7 qualification or equivalent is required.

Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to New Hall School on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit www.saxbam.com/appointments using reference FNHAB. Alternatively telephone +44 (0)20 7227 0880 (during office hours). Applications should be received by midday on Friday 9^th August 2024.