HR assisstant

Posted 05 January 2026
Salary £18 - £22 per hour
LocationSouth London
Job type Contract
Discipline Special Education Needs
ReferenceHR assisstant_1767624725

Job description

HR Assistant - School-Based Role
Location: South London
Pay: £18-£22 per hour

A friendly and well-organised HR Assistant is required to join a busy school in South London. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR professional to support the smooth running of the school's HR function in a fast-paced and rewarding education environment.

The successful candidate will play a key role in providing efficient HR and administrative support, ensuring compliance with school policies, safeguarding requirements, and employment legislation.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Provide day-to-day HR administrative support to senior leaders and school staff

  • Support recruitment processes, including advertising roles, shortlisting, interview coordination and onboarding

  • Maintain accurate staff records, contracts, and HR databases

  • Assist with safeguarding checks, including DBS and right-to-work documentation

  • Support absence monitoring, HR reporting and personnel documentation

  • Respond to staff HR queries in a professional and confidential manner

  • Ensure HR processes align with school policies and education regulations

Requirements:

  • Previous experience in an HR or HR administrative role (school experience desirable)

  • Strong organisational and time-management skills

  • Excellent attention to detail and confidentiality

  • Confident using HR systems and Microsoft Office

  • Clear, professional communication skills

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive school environment where your HR expertise will directly contribute to the wellbeing and success of staff and pupils.

Apply today to be considered for this HR Assistant role in South London.