Human Resources Assistant

Croydon College; Croydon; On-site; GBP 29,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Croydon is seeking a HR Assistant to contribute to HR administration tasks. This role is ideal for those looking to start a career in HR, offering opportunities for development in a supportive environment with a strong commitment to inclusivity and staff welfare. The position is 0.7FTE, with flexible working options available.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Defined benefit pension schemes

Staff development days

Qualifications

• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Strong focus on delivering excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to a broad range of HR administration tasks.
• Work within a fast-paced HR team.
• Initiate a career in HR with opportunities for development.

Skills

Good organisational skills

Good communication skills

Strong customer service focus

Job description

Overview

Job title: HR Assistant (0.7FTE)

Department: Human Resources

Hours/ Basis: 24.5 hours per week (0.7FTE), Permanent

Salary: £19,950 per annum. Full-time equivalent £28,500 p.a

At Croydon College Group our staff are passionate and committed to achieve the very best outcomes for our students. We believe it is through our people that an excellent student experience will be delivered, and this will have a positive impact in our local community. Our visions and values ensure that we put our students first and value our staff as our greatest asset.

We are seeking a HR Assistant to work in our innovative and fast-paced HR Team. This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking to initiate a career in HR, with opportunities for development and experience of a broad range of HR administration. Successful applicants will have good organisational and communication skills, together with a strong focus in delivering excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

In this role you will be part of the HR Team and contribute to a broad range of HR administration tasks. The posting indicates opportunities for development within HR and experience across administration.

Qualifications & Skills

• Good organisational and communication skills
• Strong focus on delivering excellent customer service

Additional information

Apart from our great location, our wonderful staff and positive culture, we also offer a range of other staff benefits, including generous annual leave and defined benefit pension schemes. We also value staff development and have 7 days a year planned for staff development, including elements of team development, socialisation and staff wellbeing. This role can be considered flexibly as 3.5 days per week or as reduced hours each day over 5 days, which could be attractive for applicants who are looking to fit work around school hours.

If you are as passionate about making a difference, we look forward to receiving your application and joining our great college group.

The College is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive learning community, where we value inclusivity and treat our staff and students as individuals. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, and welcome applications from a diverse range of individuals.

For successful applicants, the post is subject to enhanced DBS check and other onboarding requirements in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education Guidelines.

Application Closing Date: 29th September 2025

Interview / Selection Date: 3rd October 2025