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HR Connect Info Hub

A resource for Schools in the London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham

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We put your people first

From 1 April 2026, the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham will no longer be providing HR services to schools.

HR Connect can help! This Info Hub page features a range of free resources, webinars, podcasts, videos and helpful materials to showcase our services and support. 

We bring over 25 years of experience at the forefront of HR and People services. Our teams specialise in supporting the Education and Public Sectors. Trusted by over 1000 customers nationwide including Schools, Academies, Multi-Academy Trust (MATs), Local Authorities and NHS Trusts.

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HR Advisory and Strategy Services

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HR Peace of Mind With our Experts

Watch this short video introducing our HR Advisory Service, then click below to find out more on our website.

View the HR Advisory section of our website
Our HR Specialists work closely with Managers and Senior Leaders to understand your organisation’s objectives and identify the appropriate people management solutions. With our guidance and advice we support Schools, Academies, Multi Academy Trusts and other education organisations to make HR decisions taking into account all options available and any associated risks.
 
Our HR Advisory services include:
 

Our HR Strategy services include:

  • Motivation and Engagement strategies
  • Wellbeing Strategy in partnership with Staff Care Services
  • Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
  • Flexible Working Strategy and Implementation Support
  • Gender Pay Gap Reporting
  • HR Audits
  • Key Employee Data Metrics and KPIs
  • Pay and Reward Strategies
  • Recruitment Costs
  • Vist HR Strategy section of our website for full details >>
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"Working in partnership with our customers we are experts in finding practical and pragmatic solutions. We have comprehensive knowledge of HR best practice and current employment legislation and a sound understanding of operational and strategic ‘people’ issues facing organisations."

Elliot Masters, Head of HR Advisory

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Recent HR Advisory & Strategy customer testimonials

“ I highly recommend HR Connect to those looking to achieve both value for money and the best customer experience. ” Cygnus Academies Trust
“ HR Connect provided a competitive training course on the new Duty to Prevent Sexual Harassment that I trusted to have everything I needed for the school. I really liked how they provided different modules for staff, management and Governors. ” Tunbridge Wells Grammar School For Boys
“ Just wanted to say thank you for the very interesting webinars! They have been really insightful and I feel they are a huge benefit. I am looking forward to others in the future. Thanks again! ” Higham Primary School
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Hello and welcome to the podcast series from HR Connect - Sound HR Advice. In each episode, we explore a topical HR issue impacting educational organisations, and take a deep dive with special guests. Talking is a powerful way to share HR insights, best practice and so much more. Grab a cuppa, get comfy and give Sound HR Advice a listen!
Episode 7: The Advisory Edge - Mastering Workplace Investigations
53 min
Episode 6: New Beginnings: Navigating the April 2025 Changes to Neonatal Care Leave and Pay
42 min
Episode 5 Next Level Leadership Becoming a Headteacher in Education
46 min
Episode 4: Education for all Social Impact Initiatives Making a Difference
26 min
More episodes

Payroll & Pensions

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Stress-Free Payroll With our Experts

Watch this short video introducing our Payroll, Pensions and HR Administration Services, then click below to find out more on our website.

View the Payroll, Pensions and HR Administration section of our website
Whether you need Payroll or HR Administration only, or a fully integrated HR and payroll service, HR Connect offers flexible support tailored to your needs. We understand how important it is to get payroll and HR processes right. That’s why we provide a seamless, compliant service, covering everything from Real Time Information (RTI) submissions to year-end tasks like P60s and pension reporting. And with one dedicated point of contact, you’ll always know who to turn to for expert advice and responsive support. With HR Connect, you get simplicity, reliability, and peace of mind, all under one roof.

Our services include:
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"At HR Connect, we know that getting payroll, pensions, and HR administration right is essential because your staff deserve to be paid accurately and on time, every time. That’s why we specialise in delivering reliable, compliant, and efficient services tailored to the needs of schools, academies, and trusts."

Nicola Hirshfield, HR Director

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Recent Payroll customer testimonials

“ I think HR Connect has some of the best payroll software I’ve seen. ” St James CE Aided Primary School
“ On the occasions I need help, the support is next level and on most occasions my queries are resolved by the end of the call! The reports available are amazing, going into detail so all information required is all in one place. ” Brookland Primary School
“ Your continued support, cooperation, and the timely provision of accurate data have been invaluable. ” City of Westminster Pension Fund

 

Free Webinars - watch now!

HR Connect produce regular webinars for our customers throughout the year. LBHF Schools can access these FREE at the links below. Click on a topic/area of interest and enter your details - you will also receive an email with a recording link to watch these back as many times as you'd like, whenever is convenient.

Forthcoming webinar topics for 2025/2026 include:

  • Data Protection & Using AI Responsibly in Schools - October 2025
  • How to get the most from your Employee Assistance Programme - October 2025
  • Everything you need to know about the Procurement Act 2023 - November 2025
  • The Employment Rights Bill Roadmap - November 2025
  • Exploring mental health in Schools with an expert Clinician - January 2026
  • And more on the way...

 

Free Resources

HR Connect publish regular resources, guides and downloads throughout the year for our customers. We have created a special 'Resource Pack' for LBHF Schools to download a selection of these materials over the last 12 months. Also included below is our comprehensive Products & Services Catalogue PDF featuring everything we can support your School with.

 

Breakfast Briefings & Workshops

 

Held each term in Spring, Summer, and Autumn, HR Connect hosts complimentary, in-person events which bring together 120-plus HR professionals (often more than 170!) for a nourishing breakfast followed by expert-led updates and practical guidance tailored for schools and educational settings. 

From the moment you arrive and enjoy a relaxed spread of tea, coffee, butties, and pastries, you'll dive into engaging presentations covering crucial areas like recruitment, DBS checks, payroll, HR legislation, staff wellbeing, and more.

These Briefings also often include optional afternoon workshops for deeper learning on hot topics from safer recruitment to wellbeing strategies, driven by attendee feedback.

Read our blog post covering the Summer 2025 Briefing, including testimonials, pictures and key stats >>

 

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Marketplace with our CSG sister brands. There are any opportunities throughout the morning to connect with the other brands in our marketplace area. 

 

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A morning full of presentations from all of our brands. We welcome over 100 delegates to all of our Breakfast Briefings throughout the year. During the presentations we cover legislation changes, general updates and hot topics. 

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Optional afternoon workshops. In the afternoon of our Briefings we offer FREE additional workshops, covering a range of useful topics. This is a chance to gain more knowledge and connect with our experts. 

 

Monthly In-Depth Customer Newsletter

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At HR Connect, we keep our customers informed and supported through our monthly newsletter. Each edition is packed with the latest news, key updates, and practical resources, alongside invitations to upcoming webinars, exclusive offers, and even fun competitions.

Designed to be both informative and engaging, the newsletter is a one-stop way for schools and organisations to stay up to date with important developments while making the most of the support and services available to them.

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✔️ Latest News

✔️ Key Updates

✔️ FREE resources 

✔️ FREE Webinar invites

✔️ Exclusive Offers

✔️ Fun Competitions

Read our June Edition

 

HR Procurement Framework

HR Connect is proud to provide services on two national frameworks, enhancing access and trust for public sector organisations. 

First, we are an approved supplier on the Procurement Services HR Support Services Framework (Y25006), which offers a simple, free, and fully compliant route to engage quality HR support, spanning HR administration and payroll, advisory services, employee screening, staff health and wellbeing, through to total HR management, without the need for a full tender process. 

Additionally, our EmploymentCheck service features on the UK Government’s G-Cloud framework (G-Cloud 14), meaning schools and public organisations can procure our cloud-powered DBS check and pre-employment vetting services quickly and transparently through an established, compliant marketplace.

 

Questions / Contact Us

We hope you have found this Hub helpful. If you have any questions about HR Connect, please contact us at info@hrconnect.org.uk or call 0330 124 9996 and we'll be in touch as soon as possible.

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