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Cluster HR Manager - Full-time

St Simon Stock Catholic School, Maidstone

  • Ref:KCC886-5432-43S
  • Posted:04/07/2022
  • Pay:KR11 (£41,216 - £47,199)
  • Start Date:September 1, 2022
  • App Close Date:13/07/2022 at 10:00
  • Interviews:TBC

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Core Purpose and Scope

The holder of this post is expected to carry out the professional duties of Cluster HR Manager as described below, as circumstances may require and in accordance with the Trust’s policies under the direction of the Executive Principal of St Gregory’s Catholic School, Tunbridge Wells and St Simon Stock Catholic School, Maidstone. The post-holder is required to fully support the vision, ethos and policies of the Schools, Cluster and Trust.  The HR Hub is based in Maidstone; travel to Tunbridge Wells will be required to fulfil the duties of the post.

 Kent Catholic Schools Partnership West Cluster

The West Cluster consists of 2 secondary schools within our Multi-Academy Trust of 25 Catholic Schools, Kent Catholic Schools’ Partnership.  We are a collaborative partnership of proudly Catholic, world-class schools connected by our ambitious extended curriculum and passion to nurture the young people in our care into confident, well-rounded citizens who make the world a better place.

With Christ’s love at the centre of all that we do, students: 

  • live life to the full,
  • learn all they can about their world in order to
  • lead lives which change it for the better.

Values and Behaviour

Support Staff play a vital role in assisting teaching staff to make the education of their students their first concern, and are accountable for achieving the highest possible standards in work and conduct.

All members of staff must act with honesty and integrity; have strong knowledge within

their field and keep their knowledge and skills up-to-date.  They should be self-critical; forge positive professional relationships in the best interests of the students in the

school.

Personal and Professional Conduct

The post holder should conduct themselves professionally at all times, treating pupils and staff with mutual respect, regardless of personal beliefs, in accordance with Trust policies and practices.

Information about the school

Located in the heart of Maidstone, Kent, St Simon Stock Catholic School is a vibrant and high-achieving secondary school, proud to be part of the Kent Catholic Schools’ Partnership (KCSP)—a multi-academy trust of 30 schools dedicated to excellence in Catholic education.

As an oversubscribed, co-educational school with a long-standing tradition of academic success, we are home to over 1,100 students, including a thriving Sixth Form of 200+ students, supported by a dedicated team of around 130 staff.

At St Simon Stock, we celebrate the rich diversity of our students, valuing the unique cultures and experiences they bring. Our ethos is built on respect, service, and a commitment to helping every student achieve their full potential. Through a strong work ethic, personal responsibility, and service to others—both within the school and the wider community—our students develop the confidence and ambition to succeed in an ever-changing world.

We are proud to be rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted and ‘Outstanding’ in our most recent denominational inspection, reflecting our unwavering dedication to academic excellence, personal growth, and spiritual development.

Job Contact Information

  • Name:Deanne Perry - HR Hub
  • Address:Oakwood Park, Maidstone, Kent, ME16 0JP
  • Telephone: 01622 754551
  • Email: hr@ssscs.co.uk

Documents

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all our students. You are advised that this post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and therefore this post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education.