HR and Data Protection Administrator at Kings Norton Girls' School

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Birmingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Birmingham is seeking an exceptional HR and Data Protection Administrator. The successful candidate will support HR and data management compliance with employment law and GDPR, along with organizing school events. Applicants should hold a CIPD Level 3 qualification and have a strong administration background. Benefits include a pension scheme and Employee Assistance Programme, with a role that emphasizes safeguarding and confidentiality.

Benefits

Pension scheme with generous employer contribution

Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Track record in administration, preferably in a school or public sector.
• Ability to manage a varied workload efficiently.
• A discreet and professional approach with a commitment to safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Support HR and data management to ensure compliance with employment law and GDPR.
• Assist with the organisation of events and administration across the school.
• Participate in the First Aid Rota.

Skills

Highly organized

Excellent attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Experience handling confidential information

Confidence using IT systems

Education

CIPD Level 3 qualification

Tools

MS Office

SIMS or HR/payroll databases

Job description

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 on a permanent, full time, term time only plus two weeks basis working37 hours per week. This is a fantastic opportunity for an exceptional individual to join the team at Kings Norton Girls’ School and Sixth Form to take up the post of 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.

The successful candidate will hold the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) Level 3 qualification. They will have a strong track record working within administration, preferably in a school or public sector setting, although this is not an essential criteria. 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 as part of a team. Confidence using IT systems, including MS 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.

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. Should you wish to discuss this opportunity and have any queries relating to the role, please contact Mr Yasir Idris, HR Lead. Should you have any queries relating to the application process, please contact Mrs Denise Wilson, PA to the Headteacher (please see the job listing on the KNGS website for contact details).

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.

Full application details can be found on the school's website.

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.

Closing date for receipt of applications: Monday 8th December at 8.00 am

Interviews: Will take place on Monday 15th December 2025