HR Assistant - SEN School

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. are recruiting on behalf of a welcoming SEN school in Tameside for an HR Assistant to join the team on a part-time basis, working Thursdays and Fridays during term time.

The successful candidate will provide HR and admin support, maintaining records, handling sickness absence and return‑to‑work procedures, and assisting with recruitment and safer recruitment. This is an ideal role for an experienced administrator or HR professional seeking flexible, rewarding education

Qualifications

• Experience as HR Assistant, HR Administrator, or School Administration.
• Knowledge of sickness absence management and return‑to‑work procedures.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• Proficient Microsoft Office skills.
• Excellent communication and proactive approach.

Responsibilities

• Maintain confidential employee records.
• Monitor and record staff sickness absence.
• Coordinate return‑to‑work documentation and meetings.
• Support maternity leave administration and record keeping.
• Assist with absence management procedures.
• Prepare HR letters, reports and documents.
• Support recruitment, onboarding and safer recruitment.
• Manage DBS checks, references and compliance records.
• Provide general admin support to leadership and HR team.

Skills

HR Administration

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office

Communication skills

Job description

HR Assistant

Tameside, Greater Manchester

Competitive daily rate (dependent on experience)

Part-Time | Thursdays & Fridays | Term Time Only

Immediate Start Available

Tradewind Recruitment are recruiting on behalf of a welcoming SEN school in Tameside, seeking a professional and organised HR Assistant to join their team on a part-time basis, working Thursdays and Fridays.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced administrator or HR professional looking for a flexible role within a rewarding educational environment. The successful candidate will provide HR and administrative support, helping to ensure the smooth running of staff processes across the school.

The Role

• Maintaining accurate and confidential employee records
• Monitoring and recording staff sickness absence
• Coordinating and processing return-to-work documentation and meetings
• Supporting the administration of maternity leave, including correspondence and record keeping
• Assisting with absence management procedures
• Preparing HR letters, reports and employment documentation
• Supporting recruitment, onboarding and safer recruitment processes
• Managing DBS checks, references and compliance records
• Providing general administrative support to the leadership and HR team

The Ideal Candidate

• Previous experience in an HR Assistant, HR Administrator, or School Administration role
• Knowledge of sickness absence management, return-to-work procedures and maternity administration
• Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail
• The ability to handle sensitive and confidential information professionally
• Good IT skills, including Microsoft Office
• Excellent communication skills and a proactive approach to work
• Experience working within a school environment is desirable but not essential

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay
• A supportive and welcoming SEN school environment
• Flexible part-time working pattern (Thursdays and Fridays)
• Ongoing support from a dedicated Tradewind consultant
• Access to professional development opportunities

Safeguarding Statement

Tradewind Recruitment is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, and all relevant pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.

If you're an organised HR professional looking for a rewarding part-time opportunity in an SEN school, we would love to hear from you.