HR Assistant

Marchant Recruitment; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational institution in Coventry is seeking an HR Assistant to provide support in recruitment and HR processes. The ideal candidate should possess excellent organisational and communication skills, with a background in HR or Administration. This full-time position offers a chance to work in a friendly team environment and contribute to professional development. Salary will be paid to scale.

Benefits

Warm and friendly team culture

Opportunities for professional growth

Strong leadership support

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal skills to support recruitment processes.
• Ability to maintain HR systems and employee records.
• Competent in assisting with payroll and employment documentation.

Responsibilities

• Support HR processes including recruitment and onboarding.
• Maintain HR systems and documentation.
• Provide administrative support to the HR team.

Skills

Excellent organisational skills

Excellent communication skills

Confident IT user (MS Office and HR systems)

Education

HR or Administration qualification (CIPD Level 3 desirable)

Job description

Overview

Wayman Education is looking for an HR Assistant to work in a Good School in Coventry starting in January 2026. The School is looking for someone with excellent administrative and interpersonal skills who can support recruitment and staff processes.

Location: Coventry

Start: January 2026

Position: HR Assistant

Employment type: Full time, Permanent

Responsibilities

• Supporting HR processes including recruitment, onboarding, and staff training.
• Maintaining HR systems and employee records.
• Assisting with payroll, absences, and employment documentation.
• Providing administrative support to the HR and leadership team.

Benefits

• The students’ progress is consistently excellent for GCSE and A level.
• A warm and friendly team culture.
• Strong leadership and opportunities for professional growth.
• Clear systems and processes for staff support.

Experience and Qualifications

• HR or Administration qualification (CIPD Level 3 desirable).
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Confident IT user (MS Office and HR systems).

Salary

The salary for this HR Assistant position will be paid to scale.

Application

Please send your application through as soon as possible.