A large and inclusive secondary school in Derby is seeking an efficient and personable HR Assistant to support its busy HR and recruitment functions from January 2026. The Role You will support the full employee lifecycle, with responsibilities including: Processing recruitment paperwork and compliance checks Coordinating interviews and candidate communications Maintaining staff personnel files and safeguarding documentation Supporting induction and onboarding processes Managing absence records and assisting with HR queries The School This is a stable, well-run school with a dedicated, friendly HR and admin team. The school uses modern HR software and has excellent procedures in place to support new staff. You Will Bring Administrative experience (HR desirable but training given) Excellent attention to detail Strong interpersonal and communication skills Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism Why Join? Supportive leadership and HR team Professional development in HR and compliance On-site parking, wellbeing initiatives and training opportunities