Cover Manager and HR Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; England; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated secondary school in Dagenham is seeking a Cover Manager & HR Assistant to ensure smooth cover arrangements and assist HR functions. The ideal candidate will have previous HR experience, strong organisation and communication skills. This full-time, term-time role offers a collaborative working environment and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in HR or Cover management required.
• Ability to maintain accurate records.
• Proactive approach and flexibility in a busy environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for staff absence and cover.
• Ensure all cover requirements are arranged smoothly.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of cover and absence.
• Manage all administrative aspects of staff cover.
• Provide day-to-day administrative support to HR and timetabling.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Job description

Cover Manager & HR Assistant
Location: Secondary School, Dagenham
Contract: Full-time, term-time only

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive Cover Manager & HR Assistant to join our dedicated team at our thriving secondary school in Dagenham.

About the role
This is a dual role requiring excellent organisational skills and the ability to work collaboratively across departments. The successful candidate will:

• Act as the first point of contact for staff absence and cover on a daily basis.

• Ensure all school-wide cover requirements are arranged smoothly and efficiently.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of cover and absence.

• Manage all administrative aspects of staff cover.

• Work closely with the HR Manager and Data/Timetabling Manager, providing day-to-day administrative support across HR and timetabling functions.

About you
We are looking for someone with:

• Previous experience in HR or Cover management (essential).

• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate records.

• A flexible and proactive approach to problem-solving.

• The ability to thrive in a busy school environment and manage competing priorities.

What we offer

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.

• The opportunity to play a key role in the smooth running of our school.

• Professional development opportunities.

If you are an experienced HR or Cover professional who is looking for a rewarding role in education, we would love to hear from you.