HR Officer - British Curriculum School

International Community Schools Full time

Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Posted on 02/10/2026

Welcome to International Community Schools Abu Dhabi! At ICS, our unwavering commitment is to provide a stimulating and intellectually challenging environment that empowers our students to become innovative thinkers, creative problem solvers, and inspired learners, fully prepared to thrive in the 21st Century. Renowned for our outstanding, holistic education and the development of future leaders, we have earned an enviable reputation in the region for delivering high-quality private education to students from FS/KG to Year 13/Grade 12. We offer a diverse range of curriculum, including both the British and American programs, as well as the International Baccalaureate (IB), Advance Placement (AP), and Ministry of Education (MOE) programs, exceeding minimum expectations and covering a wide array of subjects.

About Us

International Community Schools (ICS) is a well-established group of schools in Abu Dhabi, offering high-quality British education across multiple campuses. We are committed to providing a safe, compliant, and supportive working environment for our staff while maintaining the highest professional and regulatory standards.

Job Purpose

We are seeking an experienced HR Officer to support and manage day-to-day HR operations in our one British curriculum branch and can join us immediately. The ideal candidate should have prior school HR experience, strong knowledge of UAE Labour Law, and a solid understanding of ADEK policies and compliance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end HR operations including recruitment, onboarding, contracts, renewals, and offboarding.
• Ensure full compliance with UAE Labour Law, Ministry of Human Resources & Emirates (MOHRE), and ADEK regulations.
• Maintain accurate employee records, files, and HR documentation.
• Coordinate teacher and staff recruitment, including interview scheduling, offer letters, and joining formalities.
• Handle probation reviews, confirmations, contract renewals, and performance documentation.
• Support payroll coordination, leave management, attendance records, and HR reports.
• Ensure staff visa, labour card, Emirates ID, and related government documentation are processed on time.
• Assist in policy implementation, staff handbooks, and HR procedures aligned with school standards.
• Act as a point of contact for employee queries related to HR policies, benefits, and procedures.
• Support audits, inspections, and ADEK compliance reviews as required.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Should be able to join immediately or as soon as possible.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 2-4 years of HR experience in a school environment.
• Strong working knowledge of UAE Labour Law and HR best practices.
• Clear understanding of ADEK regulations and compliance requirements.
• Experience handling HR operations across multiple branches is an advantage.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail.
• Proficient in MS Office and HR systems.
• Ability to work independently and handle confidential information professionally.

What We Offer

• A professional and supportive school environment.
• Opportunity to work within a well-established school group.
• Competitive salary package.
• Career growth and exposure across multiple campuses.