Experienced School HR Administrator Needed for a Secondary Academy in Luton
- Permanent, Full-time
Job Title: School HR Administrator
Location: Luton, Bedfordshire
Salary: Dependent on experience
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
About the School
A large secondary academy in Luton is seeking an organised and discreet HR Administrator to support its school's HR and personnel functions.
The successful candidate will work alongside the school's HR lead and senior administration team, helping maintain accurate staff records and ensuring recruitment and employment processes are completed efficiently. The role requires an understanding of the additional safeguarding and compliance requirements involved in recruiting and employing staff within education.
About the Role
Responsibilities will include:
Maintaining accurate and confidential staff personnel records.
Supporting recruitment administration, including interview arrangements.
Preparing documentation for new starters.
Coordinating pre-employment checks and tracking outstanding paperwork.
Supporting DBS checks and maintaining appropriate records.
Assisting with employment references and right-to-work documentation.
Updating staff information on relevant HR systems.
Supporting absence recording and staff attendance administration.
Preparing contracts, letters and other HR correspondence for approval.
Assisting with staff induction and onboarding.
Monitoring probation dates, training records and compliance deadlines.
Responding to routine HR enquiries from school staff.
Supporting the HR lead with general administrative tasks.
The Ideal Candidate
Previous HR administration experience within a school, academy or college is essential.
The school is looking for someone who understands the importance of confidentiality, accurate record keeping and safer recruitment procedures within education.
Experience with school-based HR systems, recruitment compliance and staff onboarding would be highly advantageous.
An enhanced DBS will be required.
How to Apply
If you have previous school HR or education recruitment administration experience and are looking for a new opportunity, please contact us today.