HR Administrator required for a Secondary School in Harrow
Engage Education Services has specialised in recruiting education staff in all roles for over a decade. We're currently looking for an enthusiastic HR Administrator to work at a fantastic secondary school in Harrow.
Our team has built an excellent reputation in the local area, and we're looking for more high-quality office staff to work with these schools.
About the role:
The role is Monday - Friday, 8:30am till 4:30pm (start/finish time can be negotiated).
As the HR Assistant, you will be part of a close-knit team that works hard together to ensure the smooth running of the entire school. Duties can include:
Payroll
• Accurately input new starters and payroll details, including overtime, onto the HRIS and payroll data sheets.
• Maintain a comprehensive monthly record of all payroll including leave requests from all staff amendments and ensure timely updates on the system.
• Act as the first point of contact for all staff payroll queries, ensuring a responsive and supportive service.
• Support monthly payroll calculations to guarantee accuracy and compliance of payslips.
• Uphold internal control procedures to ensure the integrity and accuracy of the
Payroll/HR system.
• Liaise effectively with pension providers, ensuring correct reporting and timely payments.
• Assist the Payroll Manager with any additional payroll tasks as required.
Human Resources
• Provide administrative support throughout the recruitment process, ensuring a smooth candidate journey.
• Assist in the onboarding of new staff, ensuring all documentation and checks are completed.
• Support the completion and monitoring of mandatory training for all staff members.
• Facilitate the probation process for new starters, ensuring deadlines and documentation are met.
• Accurately record and monitor absences including annual leave, sickness, maternity, and paternity, in line with organisational policies.
• Act as a note-taker for formal HR meetings, ensuring accurate and confidential records.
• Serve as the first point of contact for staff HR queries, offering clear and professional guidance.
• Update HRIS systems and maintain accurate and up-to-date staff records.
• Provide support to the Recruitment and HR Operations and the Employee Engagement as required.
• Undertake any other ad hoc HR duties assigned by the line manager.
Person Specification
Essential
• Previous experience working within a school HR department.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of payroll processes.
• Excellent IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Demonstrates diligence, reliability, and consistent punctuality.