About the Role
We’re looking for a highly organised and proactive People Administrator to join our dynamic HR team. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in delivering a professional, responsive and confidential HR service across the organisation.
Working closely with the People Partner and wider HR team, you’ll support a wide range of HR processes—from onboarding and payroll to employee records and day-to-day HR operations—ensuring everything runs smoothly and efficiently.
Key Responsibilities
HR Administration & Support
- Provide comprehensive administrative support to the HR team and Executive Director – HR & Professional Development
- Prepare correspondence, take minutes, and coordinate HR meetings and interviews
- Manage the HR inbox, responding to queries within agreed timelines
Onboarding & Employee Lifecycle
- Coordinate the end-to-end onboarding process for new starters
- Ensure all compliance checks (right to work, references, DBS, qualifications) are completed
- Prepare contracts, welcome packs and ensure a smooth first-day experience
- Set up employee records accurately on HR systems
Payroll & Systems
- Process payroll changes including starters, leavers and amendments
- Maintain accurate employee data across HR systems and records
- Run reports and ensure compliance with the Single Central Record
Employee Records & Compliance
- Maintain personnel files, spreadsheets and HR systems with a high level of accuracy
- Support audits and ensure data integrity across systems
- Track sickness absence and support related reporting
General Support & Projects
- Assist with annual leave tracking processes and reporting
- Handle reference requests and HR documentation
- Support HR events, training days and college-wide activities
- Manage departmental administration including stationery and budgets
About You
We’re looking for someone who is detail-oriented, organised and thrives in a fast-paced environment.
You’ll ideally have:
- Strong administrative experience in a busy office environment
- Previous HR administration experience (highly desirable)
- Excellent IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Excel
- Experience working with databases or HR systems
- Excellent communication and organisation skills
- The ability to manage multiple tasks and work both independently and as part of a team
What We Offer
- A supportive and collaborative HR team environment
- Opportunities for professional development and training
- A role where you can make a real impact across the organisation
- Commitment to equality, diversity, safeguarding and staff wellbeing
Our Values
We are committed to:
- Promoting equality and diversity
- Safeguarding and protecting all students and staff
- Continuous improvement and high-quality service delivery
- Supporting your professional growth and development
Interested?
If you’re a motivated administrator looking to build or develop your HR career in a rewarding and people-focused environment, we’d love to hear from you.