Term-Time Part-Time HR Assistant [4099]

** Term Time Part-Time HR Administrator - c30 Hours – 6 Month FTC Initially - On-Site - Newbury – Part-Time Pro Rata Salary £19,000 to £21,000 **

About the Client

This role is working in the education sector and is set in a beautiful rural setting. They are dedicated to creating a supportive and stimulating environment and place a strong emphasis on holistic development, academic excellence, and a collaborative ethos that extends to its staff.

About the Job

Reporting to the HR Manager and working closely with the wider administrative/payroll team, the HR Administrator will work 30 hours (term time only) and play a pivotal role in supporting day-to-day HR admin processes and procedures. This includes recruitment administration, DBS checks, compliance monitoring, and employee support, ensuring smooth operational processes in line with current policies and legislation.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Providing administrative support in all HR matters, including recruitment, onboarding, and leavers
• Maintaining and updating HR records and databases, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality
• Coordinating pre-employment checks including references and enhanced DBS checks, ensuring compliance with safer recruitment standards
• Ensuring up-to-date maintenance and digitalisation of HR records
• Supporting compliance with safeguarding regulations and audit processes
• Managing incoming calls and emails, fielding queries professionally and directing them as appropriate
• Coordinating induction sessions and appraisal schedules
• Various projects to assist with including an MI systems project which will need meticulous attention to detail regarding updating and maintenance of information

About the Successful Applicant

You will have some prior experience in a busy HR administration role and have a keen eye for detail, strong organisational skills, and a proactive approach. You will also have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, high levels of discretion and professionalism, confidence using HR systems and Microsoft Office applications and a courteous and professional telephone manner.