HR Assistant - SEN School

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Tameside; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay rate

Supportive school environment

Professional development opportunities

Tradewind consultant support

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment Ltd. in Greater Manchester is seeking an organised HR Assistant for a welcoming SEN school in Tameside. This part-time role covers Thursdays and Fridays, term-time only, with an immediate start.

You will provide HR and administrative support across staff processes, ensuring smooth operation and confidentiality. The ideal candidate will have experience in HR administration or school administration, strong IT skills, and excellent communication.

Qualifications

• Experience in an HR Assistant, HR Administrator or School Administration role.
• Knowledge of sickness absence management and maternity administration is a plus.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

HR Administration

Organisation

Communication

Confidentiality

Tools

MS Office

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

Key responsibilities will include:

• 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

The successful candidate will have:

• 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.