HR Administrator

Academics Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

A supportive educational institution in the UK is looking for a dedicated HR Administrative Assistant. This role involves supporting the HR Manager with recruitment and maintaining staff records. Candidates should possess strong organisational skills and be confident with Microsoft Office. A background in HR or a school setting is preferable. This position offers a competitive salary, development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Opportunities for training and development

Competitive pay and pension scheme

Qualifications

• Strong administrative and organisational skills are essential.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and databases is required.
• Knowledge or experience of HR processes and school setting is ideal.

Responsibilities

• Support HR Manager with recruitment administration.
• Maintain accurate staff records and HR systems.
• Process DBS checks and manage compliance documents.

Skills

Strong administrative skills

Organisational skills

Confident using Microsoft Office

Excellent written and verbal communication

Ability to work independently and in a team

Tools

SIMS

Arbor

Job description

HR Administrative Assistant - School Setting

Overview

Are you an organised, detail-focused administrator with an interest in HR? Academics are seeking a dedicated HR Administrative Assistant to join a friendly and professional support team at a welcoming school in the area.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills and a passion for people and processes, ideally with experience in a school or HR environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the HR Manager with recruitment administration, including placing adverts, arranging interviews, and onboarding.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date staff records, files, and HR systems.
• Processing DBS checks and ensuring all safeguarding and compliance documents are in place.
• Assisting with absence management and recording staff attendance.
• Drafting letters, contracts, and HR correspondence.
• Providing general administrative support to the school's office team when required.

Requirements / Qualifications

• Has strong administrative and organisational skills.
• Is confident using Microsoft Office and databases (experience with SIMS, Arbor, or other school systems is a plus).
• Understands the importance of confidentiality and data protection.
• Has excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Works well both independently and as part of a team.
• Ideally has some knowledge or experience of HR processes or working in a school setting.

Benefits

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for training and development in HR and school systems.
• A role that offers variety, responsibility, and a sense of purpose.
• Competitive pay and pension scheme.

How to apply

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