HR Administrator

Prospero Teaching; Monkton Heathfield; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 23,000; Part time

Job summary

Prospero Teaching is recruiting an HR Administrator for a secondary school in Taunton. The role is permanent, starting 20th April 2026, with hours 08:30-16:30 on Mondays and Fridays.

You will manage staff records, assist with recruitment, DBS checks, onboarding, and general HR support for the senior leadership team. Applicants with prior HR or school admin experience are preferred, with strong organisational and communication skills and the ability to handle confidential information in a school

Qualifications

• Previous HR or school administration experience is desirable.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail are essential.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are required.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.

Responsibilities

• Manage staff files, records and compliance documentation.
• Support recruitment processes, including advertising roles and arranging interviews.
• Process DBS checks and safeguarding compliance.
• Assist with onboarding and induction of new staff.
• Provide general HR and administrative support to the senior leadership team.
• Help maintain accurate HR systems and data.
• Support staff absence records, payroll information, and contracts.

Skills

HR experience

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Education

HR qualification desirable

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

HR Administrator - Secondary School in Taunton

Start Date: 20th April 2026
Working Days: Monday & Friday
Hours: 08:30-16:30
Contract Type: Permanent
Pay: £14.96-£16.68 per hour (PAYE/Umbrella)

Prospero Teaching are proud to be supporting a reputable secondary school in Taunton who are seeking a dedicated HR Administrator to join their team on a permanent basis.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills and a passion for supporting staff and school operations. The role is ideal for individuals with previous HR experience or those looking to develop their HR career within an education environment.

The Role

As the school's HR Administrator, you will play a key role in ensuring smooth HR processes across the school. Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing staff files, records, and compliance documentation
• Supporting recruitment processes, including advertising roles and arranging interviews
• Processing DBS checks and maintaining safeguarding compliance
• Assisting with onboarding and induction of new staff
• Providing general HR and administrative support to the senior leadership team
• Helping maintain accurate HR systems and data
• Supporting with staff absence records, payroll information, and contracts

The Ideal Candidate Will Have:

• Previous experience in HR or school administration (desirable, not essential)
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills - both written and verbal
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• A proactive, supportive, and positive approach to working within a school team

What the School Offers:

• A welcoming, high-performing school environment
• Supportive staff and leadership team
• Opportunities for further professional development
• A stable, long-term position with consistent hours