Job Description

• Seckford Foundation
• Address: Marryott House, Burkitt Road, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP12 4JJ
• Salary: £32,000 per annum (pro rata)
• Hours: Up to 21 hours per week, 2-3 days a week, Hours can be flexible within School hours
• Contract: Fixed Term for 3 months
• Reference: 0678

Due to a planned absence within the People Team, we are looking for a Temporary HR Generalist on a fixed term contract to support with the day-to-day functions within the People Team, initially for 3 months.

Key Responsibilities

Provide expert advice and guidance on employee relations, including absence management, performance management, grievance, disciplinary, and wellbeing matters.

Maintain compliance with employment law, safeguarding, GDPR, and internal policies.

Contribute to the development of a nurturing, transparent, and inclusive workplace culture.

About You

• Experience in a similar HR or People Generalist role.
• CIPD Level 5 (or equivalent experience/working towards).
• Experience of employee relations Casework.
• Strong understanding of employment law and HR best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships across departments.

Why Join Us?

At the Seckford Foundation, our people are at the heart of everything we do.

Whether supporting students at Woodbridge School, residents at Seckford Care, or audiences at the Seckford Theatre, we are united by a commitment to excellence and community.

You’ll be joining a warm, welcoming team where collaboration and innovation are valued, and where your work will make a meaningful difference.

For more information

Please read the Job Pack (pdf) and Explanatory Notes (pdf)

To find out more about the school please visit the website

How to apply

To apply for this role, please submit your completed Application Form (Word) by email to recruitment@seckford-foundation.org.uk

Alternatively, you can apply by post to: People Team, Seckford Foundation, Marryott House, Burkitt Road, Woodbridge, Suffolk IP12 4JJ.

Please note, a CV (Curriculum Vitae) and Covering Letter will not suffice but may be included.

Closing date: 1.00 pm, 12 April 2026.

Interview date: 16 April 2026.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Woodbridge School and Seckford Care are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced check from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).