HR Assistant – Human Resources Officer (Croydon)

About the role

We are looking for a proactive HR Assistant to join an education trust supporting schools across Croydon. The role offers a blend of temporary and permanent employment, providing a solid foundation for a career in human resources within the education sector.

Key responsibilities

• Provide first‑line HR advice and support to staff and managers.
• Assist with recruitment activities, including advertising vacancies, arranging interviews and communicating with candidates.
• Process employment checks and ensure compliance with safeguarding requirements.
• Maintain and update Single Central Records (SCRs) and other HR systems.
• Prepare HR documentation for starters, leavers and contractual changes.
• Support payroll processes, including contract variations, absences, overtime, starters and leavers.
• Take notes and provide administrative support for formal HR meetings, audits and reporting.

Required profile

• A‑Level qualification or equivalent.
• Previous experience in HR administration or a busy office environment.
• Strong IT proficiency and experience using HR or management systems.
• Excellent communication, organisational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities with high accuracy and attention to detail.
• Professional, confidential and resilient approach.
• Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary (£35,517 – £36,582 per annum).
• Temporary to permanent contract with 37 hours per week.
• Opportunity to develop within a supportive educational environment.