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HR Assistant 

Required – As Soon As Possible

37 Hours/52 weeks per year  

Grade D: £25,583 - £27,254

28 days leave plus Bank Holidays

 

 

We are very proud of all we achieve in the Newbury Academy Trust. Our mission is to provide excellent education for all and dramatically improve the lives of our children and young people by providing high-quality education and experiences.

 

We are looking to appoint an experienced, reliable, flexible and enthusiastic HR Assistant to join our busy Trust team. Previous experience of HR processes and procedures would be preferred, although training can be given to the right candidate. The post requires a high degree of interpersonal, organisation, communication and administrative skills, including using initiative, the ability to be flexible, diplomatic, discretion, confidential and a professional approach. The post holder must be numerate and computer literate with a good knowledge of Word and Excel.

 

We invite applications from colleagues who have:

• Proven experience in an HR role or HR administration, preferably with 2 years or more in a similar position
• Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practices
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills
• The ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Problem solving aptitude and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast paced environment
• CIPD qualifications; Level 3 or above are highly desirable. There is an opportunity to work towards these qualifications
• the Trust would support further CPD for the right candidate.

 

If you feel that you have the enthusiasm and drive for this role we would like to hear from you. Application is by letter to Dr C Wilson, Headteacher and application form, the latter including the names and addresses of two appropriate referees. Please include in your letter examples of how your previous roles have supported the above requirements. Further details can be obtained from Mrs Conway on 01635 510500, by email to hr@trinity.newburyacademytrust.org or visit the school’s website www.trinitynewbury.org

 

The school has a commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. This role is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to online checks, they will also be asked to complete a criminal records self-disclosure form and successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.

 

This role has been identified as public facing in accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act, and therefore the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in English will be required.

 

Closing date:   Friday 10th October (9am)

Interviews: Soon thereafter

 

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