Human Resources Administrative Officer (Central Team)

Teaching Vacancies; Morley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational trust in the UK is seeking an enthusiastic HR Administrative Officer to join their central HR team. This role involves coordinating recruitment, managing employee records, and ensuring HR compliance across various educational settings. The ideal candidate will have a Level 3 qualification in Human Resources, strong organizational skills, and a passion for supporting others. The position offers valuable HR practice insight and professional development opportunities. Join us to make a meaningful impact on the education sector.

Benefits

Membership of Local Government Pension Scheme

Ongoing professional development

Employee Assistance Programme

£2,000 Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working in a busy office environment.
• Full, clean driving licence and access to a vehicle required.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment activity and support onboarding.
• Ensure HR compliance and assist staff with HR processes.
• Manage confidential records and administer employment contracts.

Skills

Attention to detail

Relationship building

Organizational skills

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Level 3 qualification in Human Resources

CIPD qualification (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Are you ready to play a key role at the heart of a thriving, high performing trust? The GORSE Academies Trust is looking for an enthusiastic, detail driven HR Administrative Officer to join our central HR team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys variety in their work, and wants to make a real difference across multiple educational settings.

In this pivotal role, you’ll be part of a central team that supports leaders, managers, and professionals across the trust. Every day brings something new — whether you're coordinating recruitment activity, supporting onboarding, ensuring HR compliance, or helping staff navigate HR processes with confidence and clarity.

You will be a trusted member of the HR function, ensuring that our systems run smoothly, our documentation is accurate and timely, and our colleagues feel supported. From managing confidential records and administering employment contracts, to assisting with payroll data and helping drive trust wide HR initiatives, your contribution will form an essential part of GORSE’s success.

This role is perfect for someone who:

• Takes pride in delivering high-quality, accurate work
• Enjoys building positive relationships across different teams
• Wants exposure to a wide range of HR activities
• Has a passion for supporting others and ensuring a great staff experience
• Loves the idea of being part of a collaborative HR network

The successful candidate will gain valuable insight into HR practice within education and be supported by an experienced team who are committed to your professional development. If you’re motivated, organised, and excited by the prospect of contributing to meaningful, trust wide impact, we would love to hear from you.

What We’re Looking For

We are seeking an individual who can demonstrate:

• A minimum Level 3 qualification in Human Resources (or working towards), with a CIPD qualification preferred.
• Experience of working in a busy office environment.
• The ability to work effectively under pressure while maintaining a calm, approachable, and professional manner.
• A full, clean driving licence and access to a vehicle, as this role requires travel between multiple sites.

What the school offers its staff

As a trust, we are committed to ensuring that that professionals at every stage in their career have access to high-quality support, training and development. As part of our team, you will benefit from:

• Membership of a Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Ongoing investment in your professional development and career progression.
• Access to a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme offering confidential advice and wellbeing support.
• £2,000 Cycle to Work scheme.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to full employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and barring service check. We promote diversity and aim to establish a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds.