Cover Manager and HR Assistant

Tradewind Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational recruitment agency is seeking a Cover Manager & HR Assistant to coordinate daily cover and provide vital HR support in a busy school environment. The role demands excellent organisational and interpersonal skills, along with a strong commitment to supporting staff and students. Candidates should thrive under pressure and demonstrate proficiency in IT systems.

Benefits

Opportunities for ongoing professional development

Supportive school team

Commitment to staff and student wellbeing

Qualifications

• Strong organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Competent in IT and management information systems.

Responsibilities

• Organise daily cover for teaching and support staff.
• Support recruitment processes and maintain HR records.
• Manage staff absence and provide general HR support.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

IT skills

Job description

Cover Manager & HR Assistant

Location: Barking & Dagenham

Contract: Full-time, Term-time only

We are looking for an enthusiastic and organised Cover Manager & HR Assistant to join the team. This dual role combines the efficient coordination of daily cover with providing vital HR administrative support to ensure smooth operations across the school.

Key Responsibilities

Cover Management

• Organise and manage daily cover for absent teaching and support staff.
• Coordinate internal cover supervisors and liaise with external supply agencies.
• Maintain accurate cover and absence records, ensuring minimal disruption to learning.
• Communicate cover arrangements clearly and efficiently with staff.

HR Administration

• Support with staff recruitment processes, including advertising vacancies, arranging interviews, and preparing documentation.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date personnel files and HR records.
• Assist with managing staff absence and leave records.
• Provide general HR administrative support to the Business Manager/HR Officer.
• Ensure compliance with safeguarding, recruitment, and data protection policies.

The ideal candidate will

• Be highly organised, proactive, and adaptable.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrate strong IT skills and confidence using management information systems.
• Show attention to detail and discretion when handling confidential information.
• Thrive under pressure and enjoy working in a busy school environment.

We offer

• A supportive and collaborative school team.
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development.
• A welcoming environment with a strong commitment to staff and student wellbeing.

If you are reliable, detail-focused, and passionate about supporting both staff and students, we would love to hear from you.