HR Administrative Assistant - School Setting (Gravesend)
Salary: From £14.50 per hour
Are you an organised, detail-focused administrator with an interest in HR? Academics are seeking a dedicated HR Administrative Assistant to join a friendly and professional support team at a welcoming school in Gravesend.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills and a passion for people and processes, ideally with experience in a school or HR environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Supporting the HR Manager with recruitment administration, including placing adverts, arranging interviews, and onboarding
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date staff records, files, and HR systems
Processing DBS checks and ensuring all safeguarding and compliance documents are in place
Assisting with absence management and recording staff attendance
Drafting letters, contracts, and HR correspondence
Providing general administrative support to the school office team when required
We're looking for someone who:
Has strong administrative and organisational skills
Is confident using Microsoft Office and databases (experience with SIMS, Arbor, or other school systems is a plus)
Understands the importance of confidentiality and data protection
Has excellent written and verbal communication skills
Works well both independently and as part of a team
Ideally has some knowledge or experience of HR processes or working in a school setting
In return, the school offers:
A supportive and collaborative working environment
Opportunities for training and development in HR and school systems
A varied role with responsibility and a real sense of purpose
Competitive pay and pension schemeHow to apply:
Apply via the link