HR and Recruitment Coordinator – Independent School – Richmond upon Thames, London

Location: Richmond upon Thames, South West London Start Date: As soon as possible Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

School Information

An established independent school in Richmond upon Thames is looking to appoint an organised and professional HR and Recruitment Coordinator to support its Human Resources function. The school values its staff and recognises the importance of effective recruitment, thorough onboarding and reliable employee administration.

The successful candidate will work closely with the HR Manager and school leadership team, helping ensure that recruitment campaigns are coordinated efficiently and that employment records remain accurate and up to date.

The Role

The HR and Recruitment Coordinator will support recruitment activity across teaching and support staff vacancies, coordinating the process from initial application through to appointment and induction.

Responsibilities will include advertising vacancies, monitoring applications, arranging interviews and communicating with candidates throughout the recruitment process. The postholder will prepare interview documentation, coordinate interview schedules and ensure that hiring managers receive the information they need.

A key part of the role will involve supporting pre-employment checks, requesting references and tracking the completion of relevant safeguarding documentation. The successful candidate will help prepare employment contracts, maintain personnel files and coordinate induction arrangements for new starters.

Additional responsibilities will include updating HR databases, recording staff training, assisting with absence administration and responding to routine employee queries. The coordinator will also help ensure that confidential information is handled appropriately and that HR processes follow the school's policies.

Requirements

Applicants should have previous experience in HR administration, recruitment coordination or a similar administrative role. Strong organisational skills, excellent communication and attention to detail are essential.

Experience coordinating interviews, managing recruitment records and handling confidential information would be advantageous. Familiarity with safer recruitment and school safeguarding procedures is desirable.

What the School Offers

The school offers a varied HR position within a professional independent education setting. The successful candidate will work with experienced colleagues, develop their recruitment and employee administration skills and contribute to maintaining an effective staff recruitment process.

Application

If you have HR or recruitment administration experience and are interested in this position, please send across your CV.