People Administrator (HR)

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Job summary

A reputable educational institution in Strood is seeking a Part-Time People Administrator to join their dynamic HR team. This role offers hands-on experience in managing the employee lifecycle, ensuring accurate payroll data, and supporting HR activities. Ideal candidates will have a keen attention to detail, excellent interpersonal skills, and be comfortable in a fast-paced environment. The position provides flexibility with hours and generous benefits.

Benefits

Generous annual leave (5 weeks + bank holidays, increasing to 6)

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Free on-site parking

Training and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme & GP service

Qualifications

• Sharp attention to detail and the ability to prioritise effectively.
• Comfort working in a fast-paced environment, both independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and a passion for a career in HR.

Responsibilities

• Managing the full employee lifecycle administration.
• Ensuring accurate payroll data and maintaining staff records.
• Providing crucial support to People Advisors and Partners.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Teamwork

Job description

Ready to launch your HR career? The People Services Team at Leigh Academies Trust is seeking a Part-Time People Administrator to join our dynamic and expert HR team. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience and build a strong foundation in human resources.

What you'll bring:

Sharp attention to detail and the ability to prioritise effectively.

Comfort working in a fast-paced environment, both independently and as part of a team.

Excellent interpersonal skills and a passion for a career in HR.

Your role will involve:

Managing the full employee lifecycle administration (onboarding, offboarding, recruitment, personnel files, absence, etc.).

Ensuring accurate payroll data and maintaining confidential staff records.

Providing crucial support to People Advisors and Partners, including note-taking.

This hybrid role is based in Strood, Rochester, with Monday to Wednesday in the office and the rest of the week working from home. We're offering 21 or 26.5 hours per week, with flexibility on specific working hours to be discussed at interview.Please include in your personal statement what your preferred hours are.

What we offer:

Starting salary of 24,404 full time equivalent

Generous annual leave (5 weeks + bank holidays, increasing to 6)

Enhanced Maternity Pay

Free on-site parking

Training and development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme & GP service

Interviews will take place on 18th/19th August 2025.