HR Assistant (Hybrid Working)
The Birley Academy | L.E.A.D. Academy Trust
SCP 10–15: £27,693 – £30,023 FTE Actual salary £25,058.73 – £27,167.09
School Term Time only + 2 weeks
Work at the heart of a school. Grow with the support of a central HR team.
Are you an organised, people-focused HR professional who thrives on making a real difference? Do you love the variety and impact of working in a school environment — but also want the reassurance, development and expertise of a central HR team around you?
If so, this could be the perfect opportunity to start your HR career.
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated HR Assistant to join our thriving academy working as a key member of the Operations & Business Management Team, while also receiving coaching, guidance and professional support from the Trust’s Central HR Team.
This is a hybrid role, offering the best of both worlds:
- The pace, purpose and relationships of working directly in a school
- The professional development, consistency and expertise of a wider Trust HR function
- The flexibility of hybrid working, balancing on-site presence with remote working where appropriate
You will provide end-to-end HR administration across the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding through to absence monitoring, appraisals, contractual changes and compliance.
Key Responsibilities
You will:
- Deliver high-quality HR administration and employee records management
- Support safer recruitment, maintaining the Single Central Record (SCR) and staff files
- Coordinate recruitment campaigns, contracts and pre-employment checks
- Monitor sickness absence triggers, probationary periods and fixed-term contracts
- Maintain training and appraisal records
- Provide day-to-day HR policy guidance to staff and leaders (with support from the central team)
- Provide administrative support for induction, maternity processes, leavers, variations and references
- Work closely with Central HR on employee relations matters when required
This is a varied, hands-on role where no two days are the same, perfect for someone who enjoys responsibility, teamwork and learning.
What We’re Looking For
We are looking for someone who is:
- Educated to GCSE standard (English & Maths) with relevant admin or HR experience
- Confident using HR systems (or the ability to learn), Excel and Microsoft Office
- Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
- Able to work independently while being a valued team player
- Interested in developing a career in HR within education
A CIPD Level 3 qualification (or a commitment to work towards one) is desirable and should you wish to take this route, will be supported through the apprenticeship route.
Why Join L.E.A.D.?
At L.E.A.D. Academy Trust, our core principles are Lead, Empower, Achieve and Drive — and we truly live these values.
By joining us, you will benefit from:
- A hybrid working model
- Professional HR support and mentoring from a central expert team
- Strong career development opportunities
- A role that genuinely makes a difference to children, staff and the wider community
- A supportive, values-led Trust culture
- Term-time working, supporting work–life balance
Safeguarding Commitment
L.E.A.D. Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and all safer recruitment requirements.
For an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact Sue Whitham sue.whitham@leadacademytrust.co.uk
Closing date Friday 16th 2026 Noon
Interview: week commencing Monday 19th January 2026