HR and Cover Assistant

Girl's Schools Association; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established independent school is looking for a highly organised HR and Cover Assistant to join their Bursary team. This part-time role focuses on administrative support, particularly in managing staff absences, within a vibrant educational environment. The position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the smooth operation of a leading institution, where professionalism and confidentiality are paramount. With flexible term-time hours and generous leave during school holidays, this role is ideal for someone seeking a rewarding position in the educational sector. Join a team committed to excellence and make a meaningful impact on students' lives.

Benefits

28 days annual leave

Bank Holidays

Two weeks off at Christmas

Qualifications

• Strong administrative skills and experience in HR processes are desirable.
• Professionalism and high accuracy are essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Support the Bursar's Office with staff absence management.
• Handle various administrative tasks in the HR Office.

Skills

Administrative Skills

Professionalism

Confidentiality

HR Processes

Job description

We seek to appoint a highly personable and well-organised individual with strong administrative skills to join the Bursary as a part-time HR and Cover Assistant from May 2025. Term-time only applications will be considered.

Details

• Position: HR and Cover Assistant
• Type: Permanent, full-time (term-time only applications considered)
• Start Date: May 2025

The Godolphin and Latymer School is one of the country's leading independent day schools for girls, located on a six-acre site in Hammersmith, London. Our facilities are excellent, providing an inspiring environment for learning and working. Our students benefit from outstanding academic and pastoral support, achieving excellent examination results.

We are looking for a professional, highly organised individual with strong administrative skills to support the Bursar’s Office, primarily focusing on staff absence. The successful candidate will work in the HR Office and handle a variety of administrative tasks.

Applicants should demonstrate professionalism, high accuracy, and confidentiality. While specific qualifications are not required, experience with cover and HR processes is desirable. Experience in the educational or public sector is advantageous. Please refer to the recruitment information booklet for full details.

Working Hours and Benefits

• Monday to Thursday: 7.30am – 4.30pm
• Friday: 7.30am – 4.00pm
• During school holidays: 8.00am – 4.30pm

The role offers 28 days of annual leave plus Bank Holidays and two weeks at Christmas when the school is closed. All leave must be taken during school holidays. Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Application Process

For more information, visit our website. Fully completed application forms should be sent to [e-mail]. CVs alone are not accepted. There is no fixed closing date; applications are reviewed upon receipt, and interviews may be held at any time.

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunity

The school is committed to safeguarding children and expects all staff to share this commitment. Applicants will undergo child protection screening, including checks with previous employers and the DBS. Online searches and social media checks may be conducted as part of the recruitment process. All staff will have some contact with pupils and are considered to be in regulated activity. The role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and applicants must declare all convictions and cautions.

The school is a registered charity (number 312699) and is managed by The Godolphin and Latymer School Foundation, a charitable company limited by guarantee (number 3598439).

Address: Iffley Road, Hammersmith, London, W6 0PG.