HR and Data Protection Administrator

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Birmingham; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Birmingham is seeking an HR and Data Protection Administrator. The role involves supporting HR and data management compliance and organizing school events. Ideal candidates should be organized, detail-oriented, and possess strong communication skills, with IT proficiency in Microsoft Office and preferably SIMS. The position offers a supportive work environment and several benefits including a pension scheme.

Benefits

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Strong track record in administration, preferably in a school or public sector setting.
• Experience handling confidential information is important.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Support HR and data management to ensure compliance with employment law and GDPR.
• Assist with whole-school administration and organization of events.
• Participate in First Aid rota, training provided.

Skills

Organised

Attention to detail

Communication skills

IT skills (Microsoft Office, SIMS)

Tools

Microsoft Office

SIMS or HR/payroll databases

Job description

Overview

An opportunity has arisen for an exceptional administrator to join Kings Norton Girls’ School and Sixth Form. KNGS is an OFSTED outstanding school and a founding member of the West Midlands Multi Academy Trust (WMAT). The school has a comprehensive intake and a co‑educational sixth form. We are proud of our vibrant, socially and culturally diverse school, which lies in the heart of our community, and is highly regarded in our local area and beyond. We achieve excellent academic and pastoral outcomes for students within a culture of care, concern and well‑being for both students and staff.

The post is available as a permanent, full‑time, term‑time only position plus two weeks basis, working 37 hours per week and is available immediately.

Position Overview

This is a fantastic opportunity for an exceptional individual to join the team at Kings Norton Girls’ School and Sixth Form as we are looking to appoint an HR and Data Protection Administrator. The successful candidate will be responsible for proactively supporting the HR and data management of the school to ensure it is compliant with employment law requirements, GDPR and KNGS policies and procedures. Supporting whole‑school administration and organisation of events will be required, alongside being on the First Aid rota; training for this will be provided.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will have a strong track record working within administration preferably in a school or public sector setting although this is not an essential criterion. They should be highly organised, with excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage a varied workload efficiently.

Experience handling confidential information is important, as is the ability to work both independently and as part of a team. Confidence using IT systems, including Microsoft Office and preferably SIMS or HR/payroll databases, is desirable. The role also requires a discreet and professional approach, with a commitment to safeguarding, data protection, and providing high‑quality support across the school and Trust.

Benefits

KNGS and Sixth Form is a friendly, supportive, and ambitious environment, where we always strive to provide our students with an amazing learning experience. Benefits include a pension scheme with a generous employer contribution, Employee Assistance Programme and a Cycle to Work scheme.

Contact

Should you wish to discuss this opportunity and have any queries relating to the role, please contact Mr Yasir Idris, HR Lead: [e-mail]. Should you have any queries relating to the application process, please contact Mrs Denise Wilson, PA to the Headteacher: [e-mail].

Legal and Safeguarding

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.

The appointment for which you are applying involves working with children and is therefore exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. You are required to declare any convictions or cautions you may have, which are not protected, even if they would otherwise be regarded as spent under that Act. The information you give will be treated in confidence. A check with the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) at enhanced level is a requirement for this role and will be carried out.

Application Process

Applications can be made by submitting your completed application form via the My New Term Portal. We do not accept CV applications; only those submitted on the KNGS application form will be considered.

Important Dates

Closing date for receipt of applications: Monday 17 November at 8.00 am

Interviews: Thursday 20 November