HR Assistant

Summary:

Join a school as an HR Assistant and support a dynamic educational environment with term-time hours and competitive benefits.

About the School:

Located in North-West Leeds, the school offers a supportive and collaborative culture with outstanding academic results and a commitment to staff development and wellbeing.

The Opportunity:

As an HR Assistant, you will provide essential administrative and HR support to the Director of HR, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations and compliance with employment legislation. This role is ideal for someone looking to grow their HR career in a forward-thinking and supportive educational environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the Director of HR with day-to-day HR operations and administrative tasks.
• Assist with recruitment and onboarding processes for new staff members.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and HR documentation.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and internal HR policies.
• Provide proactive support in the implementation of HR strategies and initiatives.
• Coordinate with internal teams to support staff development and engagement.
• Assist with payroll and employee-related queries as required.
• Contribute to the delivery of a positive staff experience across the school.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• Experience in an HR or administrative role, preferably in an educational setting.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Knowledge of employment law and HR best practices.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency in using HR software and office applications.

Preferred

• Experience in recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Familiarity with payroll systems.
• Experience with managing employee records and documentation.
• Understanding of school policies and procedures.
• Flexibility to work term-time only and across five days per week.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Full health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Onsite gym, staff football team, and wellness initiatives.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme for mental and emotional support.