HR Manager - Full-time - Special Needs Position

Goldwyn School, Ashford

• Ref:KCC886-7041-434S
• Posted:02/02/2026
• Pay:KSH £39,355 - £44,900 per annum
• Start Date:ASAP
• App Close Date:22/02/2026 at 14:00
• Interviews:24 & 25 February 2026

Advert

Location:                    Goldwyn School, Godinton Lane, Great Chart, Ashford TN23 3BT (with flexibility to work across other sites)

Salary Range:             Kent Scheme H - £39,355 - £44,900

Contract:                    Permanent, all year round

Hours:                         37 hours per week

Are you an experienced HR professional looking for a strategic role where your work directly impacts the lives of staff, students, and the wider school community?

Goldwyn School is seeking a forward‑thinking HR Manager to join our Senior Leadership Team and lead all aspects of human resource management across the school.

As our HR Manager, you will play a pivotal role in shaping a positive staff culture, ensuring best‑practice HR processes, and supporting the school’s commitment to excellence. You will provide strategic HR leadership while overseeing day‑to‑day operations across recruitment, staff development, performance, well‑being, and compliance.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a confident, people‑centred HR professional who wants to make a meaningful contribution to a thriving school community.

What We Offer

• A strategic Leadership Team role where your voice matters.
• Supportive colleagues and a positive, collaborative school culture.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• Generous holiday entitlement and access to staff well‑being initiatives.

If you are seeking a varied and rewarding role in a vibrant school environment and want to make a real impact on the smooth running of our school, we would love to hear from you.

Visits to our school are warmly welcomed.  Please contact hr@goldwyn.kent.sch.uk to arrange a convenient time.

Closing Date:  Sunday 22 February 2026

Applications will be considered in the order in which they are received. Goldwyn School reserves the right to interview at any point during the recruitment process and early applications are encouraged.

Goldwyn School is committed to the highest standards in safeguarding procedures and promoting the welfare of every student and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

References may be taken up before interview and the successful applicant will undertake an enhanced DBS check

Information about the school

Goldwyn School is a Kent Maintained Foundation Special School for students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, proudly rated Outstanding by Ofsted (October 2022). We operate across five unique sites in Ashford and Folkestone, each offering a tailored educational pathway to meet the diverse and complex needs of our students.

We are an aspirational and inspirational school, committed to nurturing the potential of every young person. Our inclusive ethos is underpinned by research-led, trauma-informed, and nurturing practices, ensuring that every student feels safe, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Our Sites: Each of our five sites offers a tailored educational pathway, ensuring that every student receives the support and opportunities they need to thrive: • Goldwyn Ashford - Great Chart, Ashford (TN23 3BT) • Goldwyn Folkestone - Parkfield Road, Folkestone (CT19 5BY) • Goldwyn Vocational Centre - Leacon Road, Ashford (TN23 4FB) • Goldwyn Plus - Beaver Lane, Ashford (TN23 5NX) • Goldwyn Nurture Hub – School Road, Hothfield, Ashford (TN26 1HA)

Our Vision and Values: Our school community is built on the vision: Aspire ∙ Empower ∙ Achieve. We promote a culture where every member of our community demonstrates: • Resilience - Overcoming barriers with creativity and independence • Empathy - Caring for ourselves and others, fostering respect and belonging • Aiming - Striving to reach our full potential • Commitment - Dedicated to success, growth, and opportunity • Heart - Passionate about making a difference, championing equality and inclusion

Why Work at Goldwyn? “Goldwyn is a family; a truly supportive unit.” - School Governor

At Goldwyn, our staff are our superpower. We believe that a supported and valued team is essential to delivering the best education for our students. Here’s what makes Goldwyn a great place to work:

• A values-driven culture that shapes everything we do • A strong, dynamic leadership team offering coaching and mentorship • A collaborative environment that encourages innovation and shared learning • A rich CPD programme, including accredited training and leadership development • A strong focus on staff wellbeing with initiatives like: - Employee Assistance Programme (confidential counselling, legal advice, and more) - Free flu vaccinations - Free parking at all sites - Generous pension scheme - Kent Scheme Rewards

Leading the Way in SEMH Education As part of the KSENT Trust, Goldwyn staff benefit from opportunities to engage in practitioner research, school-to-school support, and national-level collaboration. We are proud to be at the forefront of SEMH education, shaping best practices and making a real difference in the lives of young people.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs Kerry Greene
• Address:Godinton Lane, Great Chart, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3BT
• Telephone: 01233 622958
• Email: tina.brobyn@goldwyn.kent.sch.uk

Fax: 01233 662177

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