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Human Resources Coordinator at Safa Community School

Safa Community School
Dubai, UAE
Full Time
Mid
Onsite
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Job Overview

  • POST: Human Resources Coordinator at Safa Community School, Dubai
  • Safa Community School is an award winning all through UK curriculum school, from FS1 to Year 13, with 2,729 students.
  • We are seeking an exceptional Human Resources Coordinator to join our highly professional Administration Team.
  • This is an exciting opportunity for a proactive and organised HR professional who thrives in a fast paced environment and is passionate about delivering an outstanding employee experience from recruitment through to onboarding and beyond.
  • Reporting to the Principal and working closely with senior leaders, the Human Resources Coordinator will play a pivotal role in supporting all operational HR functions across the school.

Key Responsibilities

  • Coordinate the full recruitment process, including advertising vacancies, arranging interviews and preparing offers.
  • Prepare contracts, employment documentation and onboarding paperwork.
  • Manage new starter onboarding and induction processes.
  • Maintain accurate employee records and HR databases.
  • Ensure compliance with safeguarding, visa and regulatory requirements.
  • Monitor probation periods and prepare confirmation documentation.
  • Coordinate staff leave records and absence management.
  • Support performance management and employee relations processes.
  • Prepare HR letters and documentation including salary certificates, employment confirmations and contractual amendments.
  • Liaise with government authorities regarding employment documentation where required.
  • Maintain the highest levels of confidentiality at all times.

Essential Requirements

  • Degree or recognised qualification in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
  • Minimum two years' HR experience within the school environment.
  • Excellent organisational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
  • Outstanding written and verbal English communication.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships.
  • High level of discretion and professionalism.
  • Excellent Microsoft Office and Google Workspace skills.
  • Ability to prioritise competing deadlines.

Desirable

  • CIPD qualification or working towards one.
  • Previous experience in an international school within Dubai or the UAE.
  • Knowledge of UAE Labour Law.
  • Experience using school management systems.

What SCS Offers

  • A welcoming and supportive community.
  • Opportunities for professional development.
  • A collaborative and ambitious leadership team.
  • A dynamic working environment where innovation is encouraged.
  • Competitive salary dependent on experience.

Application Process

  • Closing date for applications is Thursday, 13th August 2026 at 10h00 UAE time.
  • All applications must be submitted on the TES/Schrole Portal. Only applications submitted through the Portal will be considered.
  • Only applicants with international school experience in Dubai or the UAE will be considered.
  • Submit an up to date, full resume / CV.
  • Submit a covering letter of no more than two A4 pages.
  • Provide at least three referees’ names, telephone numbers (with international dialling codes), and email addresses. One must be a current employer.
  • Applications will be assessed in order of receipt and interviews may occur at any stage after applications are received.
  • We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date and therefore invite interested candidates to apply as soon as possible.

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