HR Assistant - Queen Elizabeth's School

Dorset Council; Hillbutts; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in the UK is looking for an HR Assistant to enhance their HR services. This position offers a chance to grow within the HR field, working closely with the HR team in a collaborative environment. Responsibilities include payroll support, record keeping, and recruitment administration. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and attention to detail, alongside the desire to develop professionally.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive under pressure and prioritize tasks.
• Systematic and process-driven with strong record-keeping skills.
• Eager to progress in the HR career.

Responsibilities

• Support payroll administration and monitor claims.
• Ensure accurate staff records and manage the Single Central Record.
• Assist with recruitment, including advertising and onboarding.
• Keep records of staff probation statuses.
• Manage staff contract changes and absence data.

Job description

Elevate Your HR Career: Join Queen Elizabeth’s Dynamic Secondary School Team as a HR Assistant!

Are you a highly organised, detail-oriented professional ready to kickstart or accelerate your career in Human Resources? We are seeking a proactive HR Assistant on a 12-month fixed-term contract to support our comprehensive HR services within a thriving large secondary and upper school.

The contract is 37 hours per week, Monday - Friday, 8.00am to 4.00pm, working during term time (including INSET days) plus two weeks during non-term time.

Starting September 2025

This role offers more than administrative tasks; it is an excellent opportunity for skill enhancement and professional development in the education sector. You will work closely with the HR Manager and Director of People & Culture, gaining experience in:

• Payroll Administration Support: Monitoring claims and maintaining payroll checklists.
• Record Keeping: Ensuring staff records and the Single Central Record are accurate.
• Recruitment Administration: Assisting with advertising, shortlisting, onboarding, and inductions.
• Probation Management: Keeping records for new staff.
• Staff Contract Changes: Managing staff changes, including starters, leavers, flexible working, leave, contract variations, and pay increases.
• Absence Management: Supporting the Headteacher with absence data and liaising with the Cover Manager.

We're Looking For Someone Who

• Possesses excellent communication skills and an eagle eye for detail.
• Thrives under pressure, with strong prioritisation and multitasking abilities.
• Is systematic, process-driven, and excels at record-keeping.
• Is eager to progress in their HR career.

If you are a confident professional eager to contribute to a supportive and forward-thinking school environment, we want to hear from you! Apply now and make a difference in the lives of our staff and students.

Further Information

Visit our school website: https://www.queenelizabeths.com/

For more information, contact Cheri Draga, HR Manager, at [e-mail] or call 01202 885 233.

About Us

Our School

Queen Elizabeth’s School, located in Wimborne, is a coeducational Church of England, comprehensive upper school within the Initio Learning Trust. We are committed to inclusive education and continual school improvement, underpinned by our values of Collaboration, Ambition, and Respect.

About Initio Learning Trust

Formed in February 2023 from the merger of The Minerva Learning Trust and Wimborne Academy Trust, we operate 19 schools across Dorset. We focus on providing outstanding education at every stage and fostering staff development and wellbeing.