Job Description

We are seeking a strategic, meticulous, and experienced Human Resources Lead to anchor our employment practices. In this critical half-day role, you will provide the structural backbone for our workforce, balancing rigorous legal compliance with the compassionate, values-driven ethos of a well recognised school.

Core Responsibilities

• Labour Law & Risk: Ensure full compliance with SA Labour Law (LRA, BCEA, EEA). Act as the school’s expert on Employment Equity, managing the EE plan, reporting, and committee facilitation.
• Contracts & Performance: Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of all staff contracts, ensuring absolute accuracy and legal alignment. Implement and oversee a structured, fair performance management framework.
• Disciplinary & Employee Relations: Lead all disciplinary inquiries and grievance procedures with neutrality and professional integrity, ensuring fair outcomes in line with best practices.
• Staff Development: Manage the training landscape for all staff; identifying skills gaps, sourcing bespoke training programmes, and overseeing the Skills Development (SDA) portfolio.
• Staff Wellbeing: Monitor organizational health, mitigate burnout risks, and ensure a safe, professional, and lawful environment for all members of the school’s community.

Qualifications

Key Requirements

• Relevant HR qualification with 5-8 years of HR Generalist/Management experience (Education background is a significant bonus).
• Expert knowledge of SA labour law and a proven track record in Employment Equity and Contract Management.
• High emotional maturity, neutrality in conflict, and the courage to hold boundaries within a close-knit school environment.
• Meticulous administrative skills and proficiency in HR Management software (e.g., Sage 300)

Additional Information

Salary: Market Related

Closing Date: 31 May 2026

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