Overview
Exeter School is the leading co-educational day school in the Southwest, educating over 1,000 pupils aged 3-18. We are looking to appoint a permanent Administrator to join the small but friendly HR team to start immediately.
This position plays a key role in supporting the employee lifecycle, with a focus on safer recruitment and safeguarding compliance for staff, volunteers and some contractors. The role includes administering the recruitment process from advertising through to induction, ensuring all pre-employment checks are completed, and maintaining accurate records in line with statutory requirements and school policies. It also involves providing administrative support under the Head of HR for staff induction, safeguarding training, and the maintenance of the school’s Single Central Register.
Responsibilities
* Administer the recruitment process from advertising to induction and complete all pre-employment checks in line with statutory requirements and school policies.
* Maintain accurate HR records, including the School’s Single Central Register, and support staff data entry and recordkeeping for absence, probation and appraisal.
* Provide administrative support for staff induction and safeguarding training, under the direction of the Head of HR.
* Assist in tracking staff leave and other routine HR administration processes.
Qualifications and Attributes
* Organised and proactive with excellent attention to detail and strong IT skills.
* Ability to manage confidential information with discretion, work to deadlines, and deliver a high standard of service in a busy environment.
* Strong interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) and the ability to build effective working relationships across the school.
* Prior experience within HR or recruitment administration is desirable but not essential; training will be provided.
Employment Details
* This role is part of our Operations and Professional Services team and is on-site, Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week.
* Generous benefits, including free school lunch during term time, free on-site parking and use of indoor swimming pool and fitness suite.
How to Apply
To apply, please visit the vacancy page at the following link: https://www.tes.com/jobs/vacancy/administrator-vnops04-devon-2248095
Application Details
* Closing date: noon on Tuesday 7 October 2025.
* Interviews: Friday 17 October 2025.
* Applicants must complete Exeter School application form; a CV alone is not sufficient for safeguarding purposes.
Eligibility and Safeguarding
Exeter School is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from appropriately qualified persons. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service. Employment is subject to two satisfactory references addressed to the school and to satisfactory DBS clearance.
This post falls into the category of Regulated Activity. We are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorisation for this role; candidates must possess valid authorisation to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship.
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