Administrator (HR & Compliance)

Claremont Fan Court School; Esher; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent independent school in Esher is seeking a highly organised Administrator (HR & Compliance) to support a busy HR team. This role involves conduct pre-employment checks, managing HR systems, and ensuring compliance across processes. The ideal candidate has strong administrative skills and a commitment to providing excellent HR support. Salary ranges from £28,000 to £31,000 depending on experience, with benefits including a pension plan and free lunches.

Benefits

Generous contributory pension

5 x life assurance

Free lunches during term time

Onsite parking

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a professional administrative role.
• Excellent organisation, time management and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a friendly, professional manner.

Responsibilities

• Conducting pre-employment checks and maintaining accurate compliance records.
• Supporting recruitment campaigns through advertising vacancies and arranging interviews.
• Keeping HR systems accurate and up to date.

Skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Time management

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Microsoft 365

iTrent

SIMS

Job description

Overview

Claremont Fan Court School is seeking a highly organised and proactive Administrator (HR & Compliance) to join our welcoming HR team. Supporting a busy and varied HR department, this role would suit someone with strong administrative skills, attention to detail, and excellent communication abilities. Working closely with the HR manager and HR advisor, this role will provide vital administrative support across HR, recruitment and compliance, ensuring that our processes run smoothly and meet regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Conducting pre-employment checks and maintaining accurate compliance records
• Supporting recruitment campaigns through advertising vacancies, arranging interviews, welcoming candidates and ensuring the smooth running of interview days
• Keeping HR systems (iTrent and SIMS) accurate and up to date
• Ensuring accurate compliance records for all contractors, external clubs, volunteers and third parties
• Acting as the first point of contact for HR queries, delivering a professional and approachable service
• Providing wider HR administrative support, including file maintenance, workflow tracking and absence recording

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a professional administrative role.
• Excellent organisation, time management and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a friendly, professional manner.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications (experience with iTrent or SIMS is an advantage).
• The ability to prioritise, stay calm under pressure, and adapt to competing demands.
• A commitment to safeguarding and maintaining confidentiality.

Details & Benefits

Salary: £28,000 - £31,000 depending on skills & experience

Contract: Permanent. Location: Claremont Fan Court School. Hours: Full-time, 8am-4pm, Monday to Friday throughout the year.

In return we offer a competitive salary and all the benefits of working in a thriving independent school including a generous contributory pension, 5 x life assurance, free lunches during term time, onsite parking and a cycle to work scheme.