HR Administrator

Start date: Closing date: Shortlisting date: Interview date: Contract: Working hours: Working pattern: Salary Range: September 2026 Monday 13th July 9.00am Monday 13th July Monday 20th July Permanent annualised hours 20 hours per week, term time (plus TD days plus 10 days during the school holidays) Preferably 5 days per week (negotiable) Actual: £12,480 - £12,880 (FTE £25,584 - £26,403) pending pay award The Welcoming Face of Our Team If you thrive in an environment where no two days are the same, and you pride yourself on providing an efficient, professional service to colleagues, we would love to welcome you to Kingsdown School. As our HR Administrator, you will be the first point of contact for our busy department. Whether you are welcoming a candidate for an interview day, resolving an absence query first thing in the morning, or preparing a new ID card for a colleague, your presence ensures the daily operations of our school run smoothly from the outset. We are unapologetic in wanting to recruit only the very best colleagues, as a result, we are open to discussion with the right candidate around the working hours and pattern. Why This Role Matters In a large, vibrant secondary school, effective HR administration is the bedrock of staff wellbeing and operational success. By managing our essential compliance, HR records, and daily queries with precision, you give school leaders, teachers and our support staff the peace of mind to focus entirely on our students. Your meticulous approach directly supports our collaborative culture. What You Will Bring Administrative Precision: Proven experience in a busy office environment, with strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail. Communication Skills: A warm, professional manner when handling queries from staff, central Trust teams, and external visitors. Technical Competence: Literacy in standard office software and the ability to maintain accurate, confidential digital records and databases. Collaborative Spirit: A proactive approach to teamwork, with the ability to manage time effectively under your own agency. Discretion: An absolute commitment to confidentiality and data protection principles within an educational setting. The Kingsdown Difference At Kingsdown School, we recognise that our support staff are integral to our educational mission. We offer a professional, stable environment where your workload is respected, and your contribution is visibly valued. You will join a friendly, established office team that balances high professional standards with genuine mutual support. As part of the River Learning Trust, you will also benefit from excellent professional development alignment, networking opportunities with HR peers across our schools, and access to a comprehensive staff benefits package. Compliance & Safeguarding Kingsdown School is a member of the River Learning Trust (RLT). The River Learning Trust is an equal