We are seeking a highly organised and detail-oriented HR Admin Assistant to join the central HR team at a Multi-Academy Trust in Ashton on a temporary basis. This role will provide essential administrative support to all academies within the trust, ensuring smooth HR operations and compliance with policies and procedures.

Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Temporary for 3 months

• Maintain and organise electronic personnel files for sharing with schools.
• Liaise with school contacts to ensure timely return of onboarding paperwork and update tracking spreadsheets.
• Monitor signed contractual documents and maintain accurate records.
• Generate and distribute reports on TLR payments, responsibility allowances, fixed-term contracts, and family leave returns.
• Prepare temporary inputs for authorisation by academies.
• Manage the HR inbox, responding to queries promptly and professionally.
• Support staff with access to ESS and monitor completion of exit questionnaires.
• Update shared spreadsheets with SCR information for new staff, governors, and trustees.
• Provide monthly updates on starters and leavers for benefits providers and internal audits.
• Verify occupational health invoices against new starters.
• Draft letters confirming changes to terms and conditions.
• Assist with payroll data entry, checks, and internal audits as required.
• Support HR projects, note-taking, and intranet updates.
• Assist with diary management and maintain central team training records.
• Provide general office support, including handling incoming post.
• Undertake any other duties as directed by the HR Manager.

• Previous experience in HR, ideally within an education setting
• Experience in the use of the HR system iTrent is desirable
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel (data filtering, sorting, and basic formulas).
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and manage own workload effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience with data entry and maintaining accurate records.

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or forward your CV directly to Amy on amy.rowley@hays.com

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