HR Assistant – SEN School Based

About the role

Our client is looking for an organised and detail‑oriented HR Assistant to support the full employee lifecycle in a busy, fast‑paced environment. Based in Liverpool, you will work Monday‑Friday, 8.30 am‑4 pm, reporting to the HR Manager and providing professional, confidential HR support across the organisation.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment activities – advertise vacancies, arrange interviews, conduct pre‑employment checks, issue contracts and support onboarding.
• Maintain and update employee records in line with data‑protection requirements.
• Provide payroll administration support and ensure accurate payroll information.
• Monitor employee absence, probation periods and staff turnover, and facilitate related meetings.
• Support training, appraisals, professional development and performance‑related records.
• Produce HR reports, analyse personnel data and supply management information.
• Assist with general administrative duties and continuously improve processes.

Required profile

• Previous experience in HR administration or support.
• Experience managing high‑volume recruitment and onboarding.
• Good knowledge of HR procedures and employment legislation.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Excellent communication and the confidence to explain policies clearly.
• High attention to detail, literacy and numeracy, and ability to handle confidential information.
• Proactive, positive attitude and strong customer‑service mindset.

Required skills

• Microsoft Word
• Microsoft Outlook
• Microsoft Excel (including formulas and data analysis)