HR Officer

Primary Job PurposeTo provide an effective, efficient and empathetic people-related HR support function in the school, and to be the key point of contact for new, current, and exiting staff in relation to all employment matters. To provide expert advice and guidance to School Leadership on managing HR issues.Key AccountabilitiesBe the primary point of contact for all school staff on HR issues, including (but not limited to); contracts, employment terms and conditions, payroll, housing, HR policies, leave and entitlements.Be responsible on updating CTC and Benefit tracker.Manage the Onboarding process for all incoming staff, including pre-employment communication to ensure new starters are aware of the requirements for their role and for working and living in the UAE, liaising with IT for relevant systems / email set-up and processing staff ID cards.Coordinate new starter inductions in school for all new staff – teaching and non‑teaching, and ensure communication takes place pre‑employment.Coordinate visa, work permit and KHDA/ADEK applications, renewals and cancellations and related processing for new staff, ensuring they are aware of the requirements, and avoiding fines or penalties for non‑compliance. Responsible for compliance and ensuring all staff have valid contracts, passports, visas, EIDs etc tracked through HRMS system.Ensure the school’s recruitment activity is in line with the staffing budget headcount and Company Recruitment Policy and work closely alongside the CO Recruitment Manager. Arrange interviews and track candidates for teaching roles and provide regular updates to CO and Principal. Source and shortlist candidates for non‑teaching role as required.Create and issue offer letters, contracts, contract renewals and amendments and associated documentation in line with company‑wide terms and conditions and policies.Coordinate the school’s probationary, performance review and appraisal cycles to support school leadership in achieving a high‑performance culture, and advice School Leaders on correct adherence, timelines and expectations.Manage Life and Health Insurance applications, renewals, cancellations and associated.Commitment to Safeguarding and Child ProtectionTaaleem is committed to safeguarding and promotingthe welfare of children. At Taaleem, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection, and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We expect all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including receipt of references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification, and police checks, including overseas checks.#J-18808-Ljbffr