Job Description

📌 School HR Assistant - South Birmingham

Are you an organised, people‑focused professional looking to make a real impact in a school environment? Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated School HR Assistant to join a thriving educational setting in South Birmingham. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with strong administrative skills and a passion for supporting staff and pupils alike.

⭐ The Role

As a School HR Assistant, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth running of HR processes within the school. Your responsibilities will include:

Supporting recruitment processes, including advertising roles, shortlisting, arranging interviews and completing compliance checks.
Managing staff personnel files and maintaining accurate HR records.
Assisting with the onboarding of new staff and ensuring all safeguarding and vetting procedures are completed.
Supporting absence reporting, staff attendance monitoring and payroll administration.
Acting as the first point of contact for HR‑related queries from staff and external partners.
Providing general administrative support to the senior leadership or HR teams as required.

🌟 What We're Looking For

Previous experience in School HR.
Strong organisational and multitasking skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
High attention to detail and a commitment to safeguarding.
Ability to work with confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
A positive, proactive attitude and willingness to support the wider school community.

💼 Why Work With Tradewind Recruitment?

A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placement.
Access to free CPD courses via The National College.
A friendly, experienced team committed to finding you the right school environment.