HR Compliance Officer (Education and Children s Residential Care) Hybrid: 2/3 days per week in the Leeds office About the Role The HR Compliance Officer ensures that the organization meets all safer recruitment, HR regulatory, and safeguarding compliance requirements across education settings, children s residential homes and supported accommodation. The role oversees DBS checks, payroll compliance and leavers reference to ensure all staff meet the standards of OFSTED and follow KCSIE guidance. Key Responsibilities: DBS Management (Enhanced and Barred Lists) Manage enhanced DBS checks for all staff working in Education, Residential, Supported Accommodation. Ensure timely renewal cycles and maintain accurate DBS status tracking. Conduct identity verification and oversee the accuracy of DBS submissions. Review returned disclosures and coordinate risk assessments where necessary. Keep our SAGE People system up to date with DBS information Employment Referencing Complete employment references received on behalf of the company for all ex Horizon colleagues inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Ensure that the references are completed accurately and in a timely manner. Payroll Compliance Support Ensure payroll changes comply with employment law, sector regulations, and organisational policy on Sage People. Maintain accurate payroll records including the management of HR Requests Ensure payroll reports are prepared for the monthly payroll submission Monitor Company Si