HR Manager

Exciting growth opportuity
- Generous benefits
- Located next to Metro at Crows Nest

**About the role: Human Resources Manager**
- Are you an experienced HR Manager with a strategic mindset and a passion for building high-performing teams? We are seeking a dynamic leader to shape our HR vision and drive our organisation forward_
- This is a permanent full-time position, 5 days a week at our Head Office in Crows Nest._

**_About Orchard Early Learning Group_**_:_
- At Orchard Early Learning Group, we're not just another Childcare Service - we're a community dedicated to thinking outside the box and redefining the norms of education. Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey in Early Childhood Education?_

**_Why Choose Us:_**
- Innovative Learning Programs: We believe in providing children with opportunities for adventurous, all-weather play that fosters resilience and a deep connection to nature. Our programs are designed to be open-ended, diverse, and integrated with our curriculum._
- Inspiring Learning Environments: Our learning spaces are where creativity thrives, curiosity is encouraged, and risk-taking is celebrated. It's where children and educators alike can explore, learn, and grow together._
- Shared Values: Integrity, respect, innovation, relationships, and accountability are at the core of everything we do. We're committed to creating a supportive and inclusive community where everyone has the opportunity to flourish._

**_What You’ll Do:_**
- **_Strategic HR Leadership:_**_ Develop and implement HR strategies that align with our organisation goals, fostering growth, innovation, and a culture of continuous improvement._
- **_Talent Management:_**_ Oversee workforce planning, talent acquisition, employee relations, and leadership development to meet our organisations needs._
- **_Performance Management:_**_ Manage performance processes, succession planning, and leadership coaching to retain and develop our educational teams._
- **_Regulatory Compliance: _**_Interpreting Awards, employment laws, and compliance for staff record keeping._
- **_Payroll: _**_Responsibility for end-to-end payroll, ensuring compliance to company procedures, payroll adjustments, leave reconciliations terminations and other associated payroll tasks_

**_Key Responsibilities:_**
- _Conduct end-to-end recruitment, including job postings, interviews, and reference checks._
- _Ensure seamless onboarding and compliance with HR policies and payroll processes._
- _Lead performance management, including grievance handling and employee engagement initiatives._
- _Act as a trusted advisor on employee relations, conflict resolution, and HR policies._
- _Ensure compliance with employment laws and best HR practices._
- _Employee Support: Address employee HR-related queries, assist in organising engagement initiatives, conduct performance reviews,_
- _Policy & Procedure Management: Continuously review and improve HR policies and procedures, ensuring they align with best practices and legal requirements._
- _Workers Compensation: Manage workers compensation processes and liaise with providers to support affected employees._
- _Project Participation: Participate in and lead HR-related projects, ensuring successful implementation and completion._
- _Workplace Health & Safety: Ensure compliance with WHS policies and legislation, promoting a safe work environment._

**_Qualifications:_**
- _Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field._
- _3+ years HR experience, ideally in early childhood education_
- _Expertise in HR principles, employment laws, and employee engagement._
- _Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills._
- _Experience with HRIS systems and MS Office Suite._

**_Why Join Us?_**:

- We value a collaborative environment where your expertise can make a significant impact. If you’re ready to lead with purpose and drive organisational success, we want to hear from you_