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