HR Administrator

Girl's Schools Association; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Greater London is seeking an experienced administrator to enhance its HR and recruitment services. The role involves managing recruitment campaigns, onboarding staff, and payroll preparation. Ideal candidates will be CIPD qualified at Level 3 or higher. This full-time position offers competitive salary, professional development, and a friendly work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

5 weeks annual leave plus bank holidays

Free school meals during term time

Free access to the school gym

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong ability to manage end-to-end recruitment campaigns.
• Experience in staff onboarding and absence management.
• Ability to provide HR advice and guidance.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment campaigns.
• Prepare monthly payroll and manage employee terms.
• Provide HR advice and guidance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Administrative efficiency

Education

CIPD Level 3 qualification or working towards

Job description

We are looking for an experienced administrator to join the School at an exciting time in its evolution, as we continue to deliver our ambitious plans for growth.

Detail

Tormead School is an academically selective independent school for 800 girls aged 4–18, located a short stroll from the historic town centre of Guildford, just 40 minutes by train to London.

Reporting to the Head of HR, the postholder will provide an effective and responsive HR and recruitment service across the Tormead group of schools. Key responsibilities include managing end-to-end recruitment campaigns, staff onboarding, absence management, employee terms and conditions of employment, preparation of the monthly payroll, and providing professional HR advice and guidance.

The role requires flexibility to respond to the changing needs of our schools. We seek a team player with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, who can work independently and is highly efficient administratively. The ideal candidate will be CIPD qualified at Level 3 or above, or studying towards it. Experience in an educational environment is advantageous but not essential.

This is a full-time, year-round position. The school day runs from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm, and the successful candidate must be available during these hours. We offer a friendly, inclusive environment, a competitive salary, 5 weeks’ annual leave plus bank holidays, professional development opportunities, free school meals during term time, and free access to the school gym.

For more information and to apply, contact Emma Mitchell, Head of HR, at [e-mail] or visit our website: www.tormeadschool.org.uk.

The closing date is Monday, 4th August 2025, at 9:00 am. Applications will be considered as received, and the school may appoint before the deadline if an ideal candidate is found.

Tormead School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with previous employers and an enhanced DBS check.

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