HR Assistant

St Catherine's seeks to appoint an HR Assistant to provide efficient, accurate, and confidential administrative support to the HR function. The role supports the effective delivery of HR operations across the school, helping to ensure compliance, smooth staff processes, and a positive employee experience within a busy educational environment. The successful candidate will join a team of two, reporting to the HR Manager. Key Responsibilities include (but are not limited to): HR Administration Maintain accurate and up-to-date staff records (electronic and paper-based systems) Issue contracts, offer letters, and HR documentation Support with correspondence and day-to-day HR queries Recruitment & Safer Recruitment Assist with the Coordination of recruitment processes, including: Advertising roles Arranging interviews Support pre-employment checks, including: References DBS checks Right to Work verification Ensure recruitment processes align with safeguarding and compliance requirements Onboarding & Induction Coordinate new starter documentation and ensure all compliance checks are completed before start dates Employee Relations Support Provide administrative support for HR processes Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in sensitive matters Safeguarding Responsibilities Support safer recruitment processes in line with statutory guidance Ensure all HR processes reflect safeguarding best practice Person Specification Essential Previous administrative experience Strong organisational skills and attention to detail Ability to handle confidential information with discretion Good IT skills (Microsoft Office, HR systems) Strong communication skills (written and verbal) Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritise effectively Desirable HR experience Experience working in a school or education setting Understanding of safer recruitment and safeguarding requirements Experience with HR systems and databases Basic knowledge of UK employment practices Personal Attribute