An exciting opportunity has become available to join a beautiful independent school in Sydney. With a strong community, progressive outlook and an exceptional Principal who genuinely values people, this is an prospect for an experienced HR qualified to step into a trusted role and make a real impact.
We are looking for an HR Manager who can take ownership of the HR function, provide confident advice to staff and leaders, and help continue to evolve the way HR operates across the school.

The role:

Reporting directly to the Principal, you will lead the day-to-day HR function and be a trusted adviser across the school. This is a hands-on role with plenty of scope to make your mark. The foundations are already in place, but the school is open to new ideas and wants someone who can bring a contemporary HR perspective and improve systems, processes and the employee experience.

Key responsibilities will include:
Leading the HR function and providing trusted advice to staff and leaders
Managing employee relations, grievances, performance and workplace matters
Interpreting and applying the Enterprise Agreement and employment legislation
Working closely with finance and payroll
Supporting recruitment, onboarding and workforce planning
Managing HR reporting and compliance




Improving HR systems, processes and technology
Managing and developing the HR support function

About you:

You will be an experienced HR practitioner who is confident working independently and comfortable providing advice across a broad range of people matters. Ideally, you will have experience within a school or another complex organisation, although education experience is not essential.

You will bring:
Strong generalist HR experience
Confidence interpreting Enterprise Agreements
Sound knowledge of employment legislation
Excellent judgement and communication skills
Strong stakeholder and relationship-building skills
A practical, contemporary approach to HR

This is a great chance for an HR Manager who wants autonomy, visibility and genuine influence. You will work closely with an outstanding Principal who is open to recent ideas and will give the right person the opportunity to shape and strengthen the HR function.

Based in a beautiful school environment in Sydney, this is a role where you can make a real difference while becoming an important part of a close and values-driven community.

Please apply with your resume today.

📌 Hr Manager Sydney
🏢 Tidal Recruitment Partners
📍 Sydney