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University College School

University College School was founded in 1830 to promote principles of liberal scholarship. That
remains our first and overriding aim. Intellectual curiosity, breadth of study and independence of
mind combine to achieve academic excellence; they are not subordinate to it.


Initially located in Gower Street, as part of University College London, the School was revolutionary
in its approach to education, having as a fundamental principle that religion, in any form, should
neither be an entry requirement nor a taught subject, believing rather that faith is a matter for the
family and the individual. The UCS Foundation, now independent of the University, comprises three
schools: the Senior School (850 pupils: 11-18), the Junior Branch (250 pupils: 7-11) and the Pre-Prep (130 pupils: 3-7).


All three schools are set in attractive locations. In 1891 the Junior Branch was established at Holly
Hill, Hampstead, followed in 1907 by the School’s separation from UCL, and the acquisition of the
Senior School’s current purpose-built accommodation in Frognal, opened by King Edward VII. The
pre-preparatory branch is based nearby. All three schools have full use of the extensive playing fields (including a large all-weather pitch and two pavilions) in West Hampstead.


UCS remains true to the liberal traditions of its founders and continues to work hard to foster
independence of mind among its pupils, to value their individuality and to create a diverse and
inclusive community. Academic results are excellent. Music and drama are very strong at UCS and
the school offers an outstanding range of co-curricular activities and enrichment opportunities.

23/09/2026
Part time Permanent
HR Advisor
University College School London, UK
Human Resources Advisor Job Title: Human Resources Advisor Location: Frognal, Hampstead (on-site) Contract: Part-time, 3 days per week 9am-5pm all year round (term-time only also considered) Job Purpose To support the Senior HR Advisor and Director of HR & Compliance in all aspects of HR, particularly recruitment and employee relations. Dimensions of role The HR Department at UCS has five members of staff, Director of HR & Compliance, Senior HR Advisor, Payroll Administrator and two HR Administrators. The department supports all three schools in the UCS Foundation and UCS Active (approximately 400 staff). The HR Department is a small team and everyone helps each other as necessary. Key Responsibilities Provide effective support to the Senior HR Advisor and Director of HR & Compliance on all aspects of HR work and activity. Provide strategic oversight of the recruitment process to ensure that UCS effectively utilises new technologies and...
 £24,000 - 27,000 (40 - 45k FTE)