HR Assistant/ HR Officer at Talbot Primary School

Dorset Council; Poole; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational authority is seeking an experienced HR Assistant/HR Officer to join their team at Talbot Primary School. The successful candidate will provide HR support, maintain confidentiality, and demonstrate strong organisational skills. This permanent position offers an attractive salary based on experience, along with excellent development opportunities and benefits, including pension eligibility and wellness resources.

Benefits

Excellent CPD opportunities

Induction programme with a mentor

Networking groups across the Trust

Eligibility for pension schemes

Generous holiday entitlement

Support for eye tests

Health and Wellbeing resources

Confidential counselling services

Qualifications

• Proven experience in an HR role or HR administration, preferably 2 years or more.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR support as part of the school business team.
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information.
• Assist and develop HR processes and procedures.

Skills

Experience in HR processes

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Discretion and confidentiality

Proficiency in Word and Excel

Knowledge of UK employment law

Education

CIPD qualifications, Level 3 or above

Tools

HR software

Microsoft Office applications

Job description

Overview

Role: HR Assistant/HR Officer

School: Talbot Primary School

Hours: 25 hours weekly, term time plus 2 weeks, permanent

Salary: Poole Grade D to F dependant on experience SCP 5 to 6 £25,583 to £25,989 FTE, £15,561 to £15,807 pro rata; SCP 7 to 11 £26,402 to £28,141 FTE, £16,059 to £17,116 pro rata; SCP 12 to 17 £28,598 to £31,021 FTE, £17,394 to £18,868 pro rata

Closing date: Monday 6 October 2025, midday

Interview date: TBC

Start date: ASAP, subject to pre-employment checks

Job Summary

We are looking to appoint an experienced, reliable, flexible and enthusiastic HR Assistant to join our busy school business team. Previous experience of HR processes and procedures would be preferred, although training may be given to the right candidate. The post requires a high degree of interpersonal, organisation, communication and administrative skills, including using initiative, the ability to be flexible, diplomacy, discretion and confidentiality and a professional approach.

The post holder must be numerate, computer literate with a good knowledge of Word, Excel and other HR packages.

Responsibilities and Qualities

• Provide HR support as part of the school business team; assist and develop HR processes and procedures (training may be provided).
• Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Demonstrate numeracy and computer literacy, with good knowledge of Word, Excel and other HR software.
• Use initiative, be flexible, diplomatic and professional in approach.
• Log safeguarding matters disclosed to you correctly.

The Successful Applicant Will Have

• Proven experience in an HR role or HR administration, preferably 2 years or more in a similar position.
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office applications.
• CIPD qualifications, Level 3 or above, are highly desirable. There is the opportunity to work towards these qualifications.
• Problem-solving aptitude and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to safeguarding and accurate logging of safeguarding matters.

About Talbot Primary and Our Offer

Talbot Primary is an ambitious, friendly and happy school for children aged 4 to 11 years. We were graded ‘Good’ by Ofsted (January 2022). The school values wellbeing, balance and excellence, and operates as a 3-form community primary school located on the South Coast with extensive facilities.

What We Can Offer You

• Excellent CPD opportunities and development programmes
• Induction programme supported by a mentor
• Networking groups for staff across the Trust
• Eligibility to join the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
• Generous holiday entitlement for staff working 52 weeks per year (increases with length of service)
• Support for eye tests and glasses related to display screen equipment
• Opportunity to be a Health and Wellbeing representative
• Access to the Trust Health and Wellbeing resources and staff benefits portal
• Confidential counselling services for staff and families
• A supportive SLT and staff team

Application Procedure

To apply, view the job description and complete the application form at www.hamwic.org and return to Miss D Bosley, Business Manager, at [email protected]

Safeguarding

All schools within the Hamwic Education Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks and other relevant employment checks.

About Us

The Greenway Partnership is part of the Hamwic Education Trust. The Trust offers opportunities for staff development, cross-school projects and a pathway for training and progression across roles.