HR Assistant – Leicester

Marchant Recruitment; Leicester; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established school in Leicester is looking for a dedicated HR Assistant to join their supportive team. This full-time position starts in January 2026 and involves assisting with HR administration, including recruitment, onboarding, and maintaining staff records. Ideal candidates will have HR or administrative experience and possess strong communication and organizational skills. Competitive salary offered along with full training and professional development opportunities within a friendly work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Full training provided

Strong CPD and clear pathways for development

Warm and professional HR team

Qualifications

• Has HR or administrative experience.
• Is confident using HR software and Microsoft Office.
• Is organised, proactive and attentive to detail.
• Handles confidential information with professionalism.
• Thrives in a fast‑paced administrative environment.

Responsibilities

• Support all aspects of HR administration including recruitment and onboarding.
• Conduct pre-employment checks and maintain staff records.
• Manage staff absence processes and safeguarding compliance.

Skills

Employee Relations

Microsoft Outlook, Office Experience

Workers' Compensation Law

Benefits Administration

HRIS

Payroll

Employment & Labor Law

ADP

Administrative Experience

Human Resources

Leadership Experience

Job description

Are you a motivated and organised HR Assistant looking to further your career within a successful secondary school environment? A well‑established school in Leicester is seeking a committed HR Assistant to support their busy and well‑structured HR department.

About the Role :

This is a full‑time permanent position starting January 2026. You will support all aspects of HR administration—including recruitment, onboarding, pre‑employment checks, maintaining staff records, safeguarding compliance, conducting DBS checks and managing staff absence processes. The role requires excellent communication, confidentiality and organisational skills.

About the School :

The school is known for its supportive leadership, high standards of behaviour and efficient internal systems. Staff wellbeing and professional growth are prioritised and the HR team works closely with senior leadership to ensure smooth daily operations across the school.

Key responsibilities and requirements

• Has HR or administrative experience
• Is confident using HR software and Microsoft Office
• Is organised, proactive and attentive to detail
• Handles confidential information with professionalism
• Thrives in a fast‑paced administrative environment

What is on offer :

• Competitive salary
• Full training provided
• Strong CPD and clear pathways for development
• A warm, friendly and highly professional HR team

How to Apply :

Please send your application through as soon as possible.

Key Skills

• Employee Relations
• Microsoft Outlook, Office Experience
• Workers' Compensation Law
• Benefits Administration
• HRIS
• Payroll
• Employment & Labor Law
• ADP
• Administrative Experience
• Human Resources
• Leadership Experience

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1