HR Assistant

Outwood Academy Redcar; Slapewath; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Outwood Academy Redcar is seeking a HR Assistant to support the Business Manager with HR administration in a busy school environment. The role covers end-to-end Safer Recruitment, payroll, attendance management and the maintenance of the academy's Single Central Record.

This is a high-impact role requiring prior HR and payroll experience to ensure absolute compliance, precision and operational excellence. You will work 30 hours per week, term-time only + 15 days, in Redcar.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR and/or payroll in a school or education setting.
• Strong attention to detail and compliance with safeguarding and payroll processes.
• Ability to manage DBS checks and maintain accurate records.

Responsibilities

• Support the Business Manager with HR administration.
• Manage end-to-end Safer Recruitment processes and DBS checks.
• Oversee payroll and attendance records and ensure accuracy.
• Maintain the academy's Single Central Record (SCR) and related compliance.

Skills

HR administration

Payroll experience

Safer recruitment

Attendance management

Job description

Are you an enthusiastic, organised and experienced HR or payroll professional looking to take the next step in your career?

We are looking for an enthusiastic, organised professional with experience in HR and/or payroll. Join us as a HR Assistant, a key role focused on supporting the Business Manager with all aspects of HR administration in a fast-paced school environment, including the end-to-end management of Safer Recruitment, payroll, attendance management, and the maintenance of the academy's Single Central Record.

This is a high-impact, professional role requiring prior HR and payroll experience to ensure absolute compliance, precision and operational excellence.

Working pattern: 30 hours per week, Monday to Friday, term time only + 15 days.

Welcome from the Principal:

Welcome to Outwood Academy Redcar, located in the heart of Redcar, a vibrant coastal town in the beautiful region of the North East.

As Principal, I am immensely proud of our academy's commitment to fostering a nurturing and challenging environment where every student can thrive. We are a community dedicated to the Outwood Grange Academies Trust's core principle of 'Students First,' and we are constantly striving to raise standards and unlock the potential within each of our young people. Central to everything we do is our commitment to break down barriers to success, unlocking the true potential within our young people and creating an inclusive culture where everyone, regardless of background or ability, feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.

We are seeking exceptional individuals to join our team of dedicated and passionate staff, professionals who share our passion for education and our unwavering belief in the power of transforming lives. If you are driven, dedicated, and eager to contribute to a school where you can truly make a difference, I invite you to explore the opportunities outlined within this advert. We look forward to welcoming you to Outwood Academy Redcar and the Outwood Family of schools.

If you have any questions or would like to visit the school, please contact Helen Murphy (Business Manager) at [e-mail]

Closing date: Midday on 21 September 2026.

Interview date: 29 September 2026.

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Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.

Welcome to Outwood Academy Redcar, located in the heart of Redcar, a vibrant coastal town in the beautiful region of the North East.

As Principal, I am immensely proud of our academy's commitment to fostering a nurturing and challenging environment where every student can thrive. We are a community dedicated to the Outwood Grange Academies Trust's core principle of 'Students First,' and we are constantly striving to raise standards and unlock the potential within each of our young people. Central to everything we do is our commitment to break down barriers to success, unlocking the true potential within our young people and creating an inclusive culture where everyone, regardless of background or ability, feels valued, supported, and empowered to succeed.

We are seeking exceptional individuals to join our team of dedicated and passionate staff, professionals who share our passion for education and our unwavering belief in the power of transforming lives. If you are driven, dedicated, and eager to contribute to a school where you can truly make a difference, I invite you to explore the opportunities outlined within this advert. We look forward to welcoming you to Outwood Academy Redcar and the Outwood Family of schools.