HR Assistant - Part time

Ark Schools; Sparkbrook; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization seeks a conscientious HR Assistant to join their Operational team in Sparkbrook. The role includes HR administration, recruitment support, and payroll tasks. The ideal candidate must be well-organized, possess excellent communication skills, and work well under pressure. This position aligns with the school day, offering a supportive work environment and various staff benefits.

Benefits

Breakfast for staff each morning

On-site gym

Well-equipped staff room with pool table

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Expertise in HR administration roles is preferred.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong team player with customer service orientation.

Responsibilities

• Provide HR administration support to the HR team.
• Assist with recruitment and selection processes.
• Manage data, payroll administration, and HR compliance.

Skills

Excellent administrative and organisational skills

Competent user of Microsoft Office and experience using MIS

Maintain professionalism and strict confidentiality

Job description

About the Role

(Apply early as applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis) We are seeking a conscientious HR Assistant with excellent attention to detail to join our diverse Operational team. You will be an integral member of the school’s on‑site HR team, providing HR administration support to a high standard. As the HR Assistant, you will undertake duties across a range of HR activities including recruitment and selection administration, data management and reporting, payroll administration and HR compliance. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a busy and varied school‑based HR role with the added bonus of working hours that fit around the school day. The right candidate will be an excellent team player and will demonstrate their ability to work well under pressure, in a fast‑paced environment. You will be an organised individual who upholds the vision and ethos of the academy at all times, providing excellent customer service.

Qualifications

• Excellent administrative and organisational skills
• Competent user of Microsoft Office and experience using MIS
• Maintain professionalism and strict confidentiality at all times

Benefits & Working Conditions

• Staff wellbeing is a priority – breakfast for staff each morning, soup for lunch and lunch for those on duty
• Parking available, on‑site gym and a well‑equipped staff room with a pool table
• Systems and processes for communication, marking, feedback and assessment are research‑led and streamlined; we do not use traditional book marking
• On Fridays, children finish at 1.20pm, allowing time for professional development
• Staff voice is important – we actively seek feedback and input from staff

About Ark Boulton Academy

Ark Boulton Academy is a six‑form entry secondary school in the heart of Sparkhill, Birmingham. The school has been on a significant journey of improvement over the past eight years and recently received positive feedback from Ofsted (June 2024). Our values of respect, curiosity and perseverance have helped build strong community relationships. We offer personal and professional development opportunities within the Ark family of schools.

Diversity & Inclusion Statement

At Ark, we aim to build a diverse and inclusive organisation where everyone – staff and students – can do their best work and achieve their full potential. We reflect and represent diverse perspectives across our organisation to be stronger and more effective.

Contact Information

For an informal conversation about the role please contact HR Officer, Amal Hersi on 0121 773 8156 or via email at: [e-mail]