Term-Time HR Administrator — School HR Support

GDST (The Girls' Day School Trust); Greater London; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 19,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries and pay progress

Generous pension scheme

Free life assurance

Discount on GDST fees (up to 50%)

Extensive professional development

Job summary

Putney High School - GDST is seeking an enthusiastic HR Administrator to join the HR Support function. The role supports over 200 staff across the Junior and Senior School, handling recruitment administration, records, payroll support, and pre‑employment checks.

You will ensure compliance with ISI, employment and GDST requirements in a fast-paced environment. Working with the HR Manager, you will help attract and retain staff, delivering accurate HR administration and enabling colleagues to

Qualifications

• Experience delivering HR administrative support.
• Knowledge of recruitment processes and payroll support.
• Ability to maintain accurate personnel records.
• Familiarity with ISI, employment and GDST regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment administration and new hire onboarding.
• Maintain and update personnel records across the employee lifecycle.
• Support payroll processes and related administrative tasks.
• Conduct pre-employment checks and ensure compliance with safeguarding standards.
• Assist with ISI and GDST regulatory requirements compliance.

Skills

HR administration

Payroll support

Recruitment administration

Pre-employment checks

Administration experience

Education

Experience in administration

Job description

Putney High School - GDST is seeking an enthusiastic HR Administrator to join the HR Support function. The role supports over 200 staff across the Junior and Senior School, handling recruitment administration, records, payroll support, and pre‑employment checks.

You will ensure compliance with ISI, employment and GDST requirements in a fast-paced environment. Working with the HR Manager, you will help attract and retain staff, delivering accurate HR administration and enabling colleagues to