Trust HR Administrator - Alpha Academies Trust

We Manage Jobs(WMJobs); Hempstalls; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

The Alpha Academies Trust is seeking an HR Administrator to support its growth. The role involves providing administrative support, maintaining HR databases, and ensuring confidentiality. Ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with a commitment to fostering a positive work environment.

Benefits

Pension scheme with 24.2% employer contribution

Discounted gym memberships

Free on-site parking

Subsidized meals

Cyclescheme

Annual leave starting at 28 days

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• Excellent interpersonal skills and experience in administration.
• Highly organized with good knowledge of Microsoft Office packages.
• Ability to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Providing administrative support in areas such as staff absence and policy coordination.
• Maintaining employee records, HR databases, and contracts.
• Organizing interviews and ensuring data integrity.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office knowledge

Communication skills

Job description

Chief Executive Officer: Mr S French | Required: September 2025 | Trust HR Administrator | Level 4, 30 hours per week, Whole Year | Monday to Friday, 10:30am start, 4:30pm finish | Actual Salary £19,787 to £20,743

The Alpha Academies Trust (AAT) is looking to recruit an HR Administrator to support its ongoing growth and development.

The successful candidate will have excellent interpersonal skills and experience in administration. They will be highly organized, with good knowledge of Microsoft Office packages. The role includes providing administrative support in areas such as staff absence, policy coordination, and organizing interviews. The role is crucial in maintaining employee records, HR databases, and contracts, ensuring data integrity and confidentiality. This position supports all functions of the HR department. Flexibility during busy periods is required.

The candidate should be able to build positive relationships across all academies in the Trust and be willing to work at various sites. Desirable but not essential skills include knowledge of HR practices, minute-taking, report compilation, and managing high workloads. Handling sensitive information professionally and maintaining confidentiality is essential.

Excellent spoken English communication skills are required to interact confidently with staff, students, and the public.

Our Trust values its academies' unique ethos and aims to deliver first-class education to overcome inequality. As part of the Trust Central Team, you will contribute to achieving these goals. We focus on collaboration, staff development, and wellbeing, seeking exceptional staff to support our mission.

We invite applications from motivated individuals eager to join our community.

Our Purpose

To deliver a first-class education for every child and overcome inequality. We prioritize recruiting outstanding staff and their professional development, working with stakeholders to foster transformational change.

Our core values are: Ambition, Respect, Resilience.

Why Join Alpha?

Located in Stoke-on-Trent, our Trust includes two Secondary Schools, four Primary Schools, and a Central Team. We support over 4,000 pupils and aim to foster their growth and success. Our staff thrive in this environment, finding purpose and making a significant impact.

We promote a research-led culture, mutual respect, and collaborative work, ensuring staff wellbeing and workload management.

Benefits

Our package includes a pension scheme with 24.2% employer contribution, discounted gym memberships, free on-site parking, subsidized meals, and a Cyclescheme. Annual leave starts at 28 days, increasing to 33 days after five years. We also offer an Employee Assistance Programme for support and counselling.

We support staff development, including memberships to the Chartered College of Teaching, funded by the Trust.

Equal Opportunities

We are a Disability Confident Employer. If adjustments are needed during the application process, contact [e-mail].

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and expect all staff to share this commitment. The role involves an enhanced DBS check, social media checks, and other vetting procedures.

Application Process

We seek individuals passionate about making a difference in children’s lives and fostering a culture of Ambition, Respect, and Resilience. To apply, visit our vacancies page at https://alphaacademiestrust.co.uk/vacancies/. Follow the instructions to submit your application. For questions, contact our Recruitment Team via email.

Visits to the Trust are welcome—please arrange in advance.

Closing Date: Friday 6th June 2025 at 9:00am

Interview Date: Thursday 12th June 2025

Start date: 1^st September, or earlier by agreement