Cover Manager and HR Assistant. Job in Dagenham Education & Training Jobs

Tradewind Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency in London seeks a Cover Manager & HR Assistant for a secondary school in Dagenham. The role requires previous HR or Cover management experience and strong organisational skills. You will manage staff absence and cover logistics while providing administrative support to the HR Manager. This position offers a supportive work environment and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Previous experience in HR or Cover management (essential).
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Flexible and proactive approach to problem-solving.
• Ability to thrive in a busy school environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for staff absence and cover.
• Ensure all school-wide cover requirements are arranged efficiently.
• Maintain accurate records of cover and absence.
• Manage all administrative aspects of staff cover.
• Support HR and timetabling functions.

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.