HR Administrator – Independent School – Kensington and Chelsea, London

Location: Kensington and Chelsea, London Start Date: As soon as possible Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

School Information

An established independent school in Kensington and Chelsea is looking to appoint a professional and highly organised HR Administrator to support its Human Resources department. The school places considerable importance on staff development, effective communication and maintaining robust employment procedures.

The successful candidate will join a collaborative administrative team, helping ensure that recruitment, onboarding and employee records are managed accurately and efficiently. This position would suit someone with previous administrative experience who is interested in developing their HR career within an educational setting.

The Role

The HR Administrator will provide day-to-day administrative support throughout the employee lifecycle, working closely with the HR Manager and school leadership team.

Responsibilities will include preparing employment contracts and offer letters, coordinating interviews, updating personnel records and assisting with staff induction arrangements. The postholder will help monitor pre-employment checks, request references and ensure that relevant documentation is completed and recorded appropriately.

The successful candidate will maintain confidential employee files, update HR databases and assist with staff absence records, training administration and changes to employment details. They will also respond to routine staff enquiries, prepare correspondence and ensure that documentation is distributed to the appropriate departments.

An important part of the position will involve supporting safer recruitment procedures and helping ensure that required checks are completed before employees commence work. The HR Administrator will follow up outstanding paperwork and maintain accurate records in line with the school's internal policies.

The role will require excellent attention to detail, discretion and the ability to manage several administrative priorities simultaneously.

Requirements

Applicants should have previous experience in HR administration, recruitment administration or a general administrative position involving confidential information. Strong organisational skills, clear communication and accuracy are essential.

Confidence using Microsoft Office and electronic record systems is desirable. Knowledge of safer recruitment, employment documentation and safeguarding procedures would be advantageous.

What the School Offers

The school offers an opportunity to gain valuable experience across a broad range of HR responsibilities within an established independent setting. The successful candidate will work with experienced colleagues and contribute to the effective management of the school's workforce.

Application

If you have strong administrative skills and are interested in this HR Administrator opportunity, please send across your CV for consideration.