HR Specialist

The British International School Riyadh (BISR) is an extremely well-regarded not-for-profit, co-educational school in the Middle East, catering for students aged 3-18 across its existing six campuses, providing high quality education to the expatriate community since 1979.

**The British International School Riyadh (BISR) is an extremely well-regarded not-for-profit, co-educational school in the Middle East, catering for students aged 3-18 across its existing six campuses, providing high quality education to the expatriate community since 1979. The school is accredited by the Council of International Schools (CIS) and as a British School Overseas (BSO). BISR is also a member of the British Schools of the Middle East (BSME), the Association of British Schools Overseas (AoBSO), the Heads Conference (HMC) and the Council of British International Schools (COBIS). The school follows the English curriculum, greatly enriched by the local and international context. Learning is holistic, supported by a broad co-curricular programme, encompassing extra-curricular activities, student leadership, service learning and residential trips. Strong pastoral care supports student well-being.**

**We are seeking a HR Specialist with prior HR knowledge and experience to join our HR team on a full time basis, covering HR services across all our campuses. The individual’s responsibilities will span across a range of HR activities, including key responsibilities for all transactions relating to recruitment, onboarding and other HR operational activities.**

**Standard working hours will normally be from 7:45am to 4pm, 5 days a week - Sunday to Thursday during term time, however, due to the nature of the role and requirements within the HR work cycle, this means a high level of flexibility and commitment is required, often working outside of the standard hours, with some work activities requiring completion during the School holidays.**

**Full Job Description is available here**:HR Specialist**
- **Be enthusiastic, highly motivated and with a strong track record of working within a similar type of role.**
- **Show evidence of strong recruitment and onboarding experience within a large organisation.**
- **Show evidence of strong Human Resources skills in ensuring that safeguarding, recruitment and onboarding requirements for new staff are dealt with in accordance with the school policies;**
- **Be proactive in their approach to dealing with interactions with external and internal enquires on HR matters in line with the school’s expected high standards;**
- **Be familiar with basic HRM systems;**
- **Have the ability to work collaboratively across teams, work in a high pressure environment and be able to deliver to strict deadlines;**
- **Go the extra mile, including working outside of standard school hours, ensuring service level delivery is met;**
- **Have excellent interpersonal skills, high levels of emotional intelligence and be able to deal effectively and work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders and teams;**
- **Fully support the school Mission, Vision and Motto**

**We can offer**:

- **Highly motivated and engaged students**
- **A school with a strong sense of community**
- **A learning focused school committed to staff development**
- **Motivated, hard-working and dedicated colleagues, who are committed to high quality learning, student well-being and the school's enrichment programmes**

**Please be aware that the school is not in a position to sponsor or transfer sponsorship for this role.**

**BISR believes very strongly in the role of the school in safeguarding children and young people. All staff, whatever their role in the school, will be required to undergo rigorous background checks before commencing employment.**

Thank you for considering the British International School Riyadh as your next employment venture.

BISR is fully committed to safeguarding children and young people. We complete rigorous background checks for all staff, whatever their role in the school, prior to them commencing employment. Our Safer Recruitment Policy is linked here, which we encourage you to read as the policy sets out the school’s Safer Recruitment and Vetting Policy guidelines and requirements.

All Applications must include:

- An up to date two page Curriculum Vitae, including a photograph

“How do you think you would be able to support our Mission and REACH motto?”

**In addition, Teacher Applications must include**:

- How do you demonstrate that you are a lifelong learner and how does current pedagogical practice have an impact in your classroom?
- How do you create a positive classroom climate and support student well-being in your current school?
- What strategies do you use to ensure that all learners in your classroom make good progress?
- What is your contribution to your current school community?

**Please refer to the associated job description for the role requirements.**

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