HR Administrator - Secondary School - Permanent. Job in London Education & Training Jobs

Aspire People; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A secondary school in Redbridge is seeking a committed HR Administrator to join their support team. The role involves managing recruitment processes, processing pre-employment checks, maintaining staff records, and supporting payroll preparation. Ideal candidates will have strong administrative experience, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels. This full-time position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Training and professional development

Permanent position with progression opportunities

Supportive leadership team

Excellent transport links

Qualifications

• Experience in a busy environment, preferably in HR or administration.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and understand safeguarding.
• Commitment to supporting a positive school culture.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment processes and onboarding for new staff.
• Process pre-employment checks and maintain staff records.
• Support payroll preparation and staff attendance monitoring.
• Provide HR support to leadership and business management.

Skills

Strong administrative experience

Excellent attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Calm under pressure

Confident using ICT systems

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

HR Administrator – Permanent Position – Secondary School – Redbridge

Location: Redbridge, London

Start Date: ASAP or January 2026

Contract: Permanent, Full-Time

Salary: Competitive - Depending on Experience (School Support Staff Scale)

Are you an organised, proactive, and detail-focused HR professional looking to build your career in a supportive and fast-paced school environment?

A highly successful and welcoming secondary school in Redbridge is seeking a committed HR Administrator to join their administration and support team.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative experience-ideally within education, HR, or a people-focused environment-who is ready to take on meaningful responsibility within a thriving school.

HR Administrator – The Role

• Managing staff recruitment processes, including advertising roles, shortlisting, arranging interviews, and onboarding
• Processing pre-employment checks such as DBS, references, right‑to‑work, and safeguarding documentation
• Maintaining accurate staff records and updating the school's HR and MIS systems
• Supporting staff absences, leave requests, and attendance monitoring
• Assisting with payroll preparation and liaising with external payroll providers
• Supporting performance management processes, training records, and staff CPD bookings
• Providing general HR and administrative support to SLT and the School Business Manager

HR Administrator – What We're Looking For

• Strong administrative experience (HR experience desirable but not essential)
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work with staff at all levels
• Maintains a calm and professional approach in a busy environment
• Understands the importance of safeguarding and confidentiality
• Confident using ICT systems, HR databases, and Microsoft Office
• Committed to supporting the school's values and contributing to a positive working environment

About the School

• Warm, collaborative, and supportive staff culture
• Strong leadership and a clear focus on staff wellbeing
• High expectations for students and staff
• Excellent relationships between staff, students, and the wider community
• Commitment to ongoing professional development for all employees

Key Benefits

• Permanent, full-time position with long-term progression opportunities
• Training and professional development available, including HR qualifications
• Supportive leadership team and welcoming environment
• Excellent transport links across Redbridge, East London, and Essex

How to Apply

If you are a motivated HR professional ready to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you. Click 'Apply' now or contact Aspire People for a confidential discussion about this HR Administrator opportunity in Redbridge.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.