HR Administrator

Prospero Teaching; Taunton; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Job summary

Prospero Teaching are supporting a reputable secondary school in Taunton, recruiting a dedicated HR Administrator to join their team on a permanent basis.

The role focuses on HR processes across the school, including managing staff records, recruitment support, DBS checks, onboarding, and maintaining HR data systems.

Hours are 08:30–16:30, with Monday and Friday working days; pay is £14.96–£16.68 per hour (PAYE/Umbrella). Start date 20th April 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR or school administration is desirable.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Proficient IT skills with MS Office suite.
• Proactive and supportive team player.

Responsibilities

• Manage staff files, records and safeguarding documentation.
• Support recruitment, advertise roles and arrange interviews.
• Process DBS checks and maintain safeguarding compliance.
• Assist with onboarding and induction of new staff.
• Provide HR and administrative support to SLT.
• Maintain HR systems and data accuracy.
• Support staff absence records, payroll information and contracts.

Skills

HR experience

School administration

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office

Proactive attitude

Tools

MS 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