School HR Administrator: Records, Onboarding & Payroll

Principal Education; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Principal Education is seeking a reliable HR Administrator to join their school team from 2 October 2026. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, and focuses on supporting the HR team with staff records, recruitment, and day-to-day HR administration.

You will maintain employee records, assist with onboarding, prepare contracts and DBS references, manage pre-employment checks, and handle payroll or timesheets where required.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR administration or general administration.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• Proficient IT skills and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Professional, approachable and reliable manner.
• Experience in a school or education setting is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Providing day-to-day administrative support to the HR team
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee records and HR systems
• Assisting with recruitment and onboarding processes
• Preparing contracts, letters and other HR documentation
• Supporting with pre-employment checks, including references and DBS documentation
• Maintaining staff absence and attendance records
• Assisting with payroll and timesheet administration where required
• Responding to staff queries professionally and promptly
• Supporting the organisation and maintenance of confidential HR files
• Assisting with general school administration when required
• Ensuring HR processes are completed accurately and within deadlines

Skills

HR administration

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Microsoft Office

Teamwork

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Principal Education is seeking a reliable HR Administrator to join their school team from 2 October 2026. The role is full-time, Monday to Friday, and focuses on supporting the HR team with staff records, recruitment, and day-to-day HR administration.

You will maintain employee records, assist with onboarding, prepare contracts and DBS references, manage pre-employment checks, and handle payroll or timesheets where required.