HR Assistant

About the role

Inspired Education, a global group of premium private schools, is looking for an HR Assistant to join its Head Office team in Mayfair, London. The role supports the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding through to compliance and HR administration, and helps attract and hire non-academic talent. It is a 6-month fixed-term contract with the possibility of becoming permanent for the successful candidate.

The position is hybrid: 4 days in the office and 1 day working from home. Interviews run on a rolling basis.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor and record staff absences on HR systems and file supporting documents.
• Assist the HRBP with day-to-day enquiries and projects.
• Complete leaver paperwork, arrange exit interviews and archive files.
• Support monthly payroll by compiling reports covering staff changes, absences, joiners and leavers.
• Help prepare documentation for internally promoted staff.
• Obtain, document and maintain pre- and post-appointment checks such as DBS, Right to Work, social media and health checks.
• Keep the Single Central Record up to date under the HRBP's guidance, and create and maintain employee records.
• Advertise vacancies, track applications, prepare shortlisting packs and liaise with candidates and hiring managers.
• Assist with onboarding and induction of new hires.

Required profile

• Previous experience as an HR Administrator/HR Assistant or in a similar HR support role.
• Strong understanding of HR processes, including recruitment, onboarding and compliance.
• Familiarity with HR systems (HRIS) and maintaining employee records.
• Highly organised, with excellent attention to detail and strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to handle sensitive information discreetly and to multitask in a fast-paced environment.