HR Administrator

HR Administrative Assistant - School Setting
Dartford

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 Dartford.

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 role that offers variety, responsibility and a sense of purpose
• Competitive pay and pension scheme