HR Coordinator - Maternity Cover

Windsor Forest Colleges; Maidenhead; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Maidenhead is seeking an HR Coordinator for a full-time maternity cover role. You will manage payroll changes, process leavers, and maintain HR communications. Ideal candidates possess excellent organizational and communication skills, combined with solid administrative experience. The position offers competitive salary, 30 days of annual leave, and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

30 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Career progression opportunities

Subsidised leisure courses

Defined benefit pension schemes

Free on-site parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health and wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Proven administrative experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage sensitive information responsibly.

Responsibilities

• Manage payroll administrative changes using iTrent.
• Process leavers, including letters and leave calculations.
• Maintain an organized HR inbox, directing queries.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Discretion

Self-starter

Tools

iTrent

Job description

Overview

Recruiter Windsor Forest Colleges
Location Berkshire College of Agriculture Hall Place, Burchetts Green Rd, Burchett's Green, Maidenhead, UK
Salary £26,336 - £28,994 Per Year
Posted 29 Aug 2025 08:20
Closes 28 Sep 2025 23:59
Reference windsorforest/TP/611/497-2
Sector Further Education
Job Level Administrator / Coordinator/ Assistant
Specialism A Level
Contract Type Fixed Term
Hours Full Time

We are looking for a dynamic and meticulous HR Coordinator to join our bustling HR department at Windsor Forest Colleges Group on a full time maternity cover basis beginning November 2025 for up to one year. This is not just any HR role, it's a chance to be at the heart of our operations, ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love keeping things in perfect order, we want you!

What You\'ll Do

• Own It: Manage payroll administrative changes with precision using iTrent, including contractual variations and tracking staff absences.
• Close the Loop: Handle the processing of leavers, from issuing letters to finalising annual leave calculations.
• Be the Hub: Keep our HR inbox tidy and responsive, directing queries to the right places and ensuring no question goes unanswered.
• Team Coordination: Manage submissions to the Executive Team and spearhead necessary follow-up actions.
• Record Keeper: Take detailed minutes in meetings and maintain personnel files in line with GDPR standards.
• Communications Pro: Answer calls, manage postal queries, and respond to reference requests.
• Support System: Assist our recruitment team during peak times, from handling new starter paperwork to conducting DBS checks.
• Projects: Support our HR Business Partners in various projects, showing your versatility and collaborative spirit.

Who You Are

• A seasoned administrator with a knack for organisation and an eye for detail.
• A self-starter who can navigate through tasks independently but also loves contributing to a team.
• Someone with excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• A respectful professional who handles sensitive information with discretion.
• Flexible and ready to travel between BCA and Langley campuses as needed.

Why Join Us

• Support roles enjoy 30 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Career progression opportunities for ambitious staff
• Access to a wide range of subsidised leisure courses
• Access to excellent defined benefit pension schemes
• Free on-site parking at all sites
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Policies to support Work Life Balance
• On-site Coffee Shop & Cafeteria
• Health & wellbeing benefits including discounted gym memberships, confidential staff counselling and discounted hair and beauty treatments at The Salon at Slough & Langley College

About Us

The Windsor Forest Colleges Group (TWFCG) is a leading education provider in the South-East. Our staff work across 4 main campuses at Slough and Langley, Windsor, Strodes and Berkshire College of Agriculture. Our teams place the learner at the heart of all we do and in our state-of-the-art learning environments we are proud to deliver education and training to a diverse group of students and businesses each year.

How to Apply

To apply, please visit our careers page and complete the online application form. Please ensure you pay particular attention to the supporting statement of the online application form making sure to include details of how you meet each of the essential criteria listed on the person specification.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and Barred List check along with other legally required checks which are an essential part of the safeguarding process.

Recruitment Agencies - We have a PSL of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list.

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the adverts should we receive a sufficient level of interest. Please note most roles advertised on AoC Jobs are posted directly by the college or employing organisation and are not being handled by the AoC Recruitment Team. If you would like to hear about interim and/or permanent roles being handled by AoC Recruitment, please send your CV to [emailprotected] and one of the team will be in touch.

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