HR Assistant | Part-Time | Permanent | Brent

A well-established and highly regarded school in Brent is seeking a professional and organised HR Assistant to join its support team on a permanent, part-time basis from October 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to build broad HR experience within a busy school environment. You'll support the full employee lifecycle, working closely with colleagues across the organisation and handling a varied mix of recruitment, compliance, payroll and general HR administration.

The Role

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting recruitment from initial planning through to interview coordination

• Managing new starter administration and pre-employment checks

• Maintaining an accurate and up-to-date Single Central Register

• Preparing information and documentation for monthly payroll

• Supporting staff inductions, probation and exit processes

• Assisting with HR expenses, invoices and general administration

• Preparing HR reports, including spreadsheets and data analysis

• Maintaining appraisal, observation and employee records

• Supporting CPD administration, including training bookings and record keeping

• Responding to HR queries and directing enquiries appropriately

About You

The ideal candidate will be highly organised, dependable and able to manage confidential information with complete discretion.

You'll have excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise competing deadlines. CIPD Level 3 or a degree in Law or Business would be advantageous.

Strong IT skills are important, particularly experience with Microsoft Excel, Google Workspace and spreadsheets. French language skills would also be a valuable advantage.

Why Join?

The school offers a modern and supportive working environment, with a strong focus on professional development and staff wellbeing. You'll join an experienced team and have the opportunity to develop your HR knowledge across a broad range of responsibilities.

Benefits include:

• Professional development and training opportunities

• Health Cash Plan contribution

• Enhanced sick leave scheme

• Cycle to Work scheme

• Staff social events

• Free freshly prepared meals during term time

• Excellent facilities and resources

• Excellent transport links

Key Details

• £17,694 actual salary (£29,490 FTE)

• 24 hours per week

• Part-time, permanent position

• October start

• Brent, London

Apply

This role would suit an experienced HR Administrator or HR Assistant, as well as a graduate or early-career HR professional looking to develop within a professional education environment.

If you have excellent organisational skills, a strong eye for detail and an interest in developing your HR career, apply today with your CV.