Position: HR Administrator (Full Time)
Start date: As soon as possible
Location: Redbridge
Contract: Temporary to Permanent
Smart Teachers is seeking an organised and proactive HR Administrator to join a large, well-established education setting in East London. This is an excellent opportunity for an efficient, detail-driven administrator who is committed to delivering high-quality HR support within a busy and professional environment
The Role:
The successful candidate will support the HR function across the full employee lifecycle, ensuring that processes run smoothly and in line with safer recruitment and safeguarding standards. Responsibilities include:
Providing comprehensive administrative support to the HR team
Coordinating onboarding and offboarding processes
Assisting with recruitment administration and compliance checks
Maintaining accurate personnel records and supporting payroll data preparation
Ensuring safeguarding checks are completed, including DBS, references and right-to-work documentation
Supporting the management of absence, probation documentation and workforce data
Maintaining the Single Central Register and ensuring compliance with statutory requirements
Contributing to ongoing development of HR systems, tracking processes, and data reporting
This is a varied position requiring excellent organisation, attention to detail and the ability to prioritise workloads effectively
About the School:
A large, multi-site educational environment with a strong focus on professional standards
Friendly, collaborative HR team working within a wider support and operations structure
Committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Offers ongoing training, professional development, and opportunities for progression
Person Specification:
Essential:
Strong administrative and organisational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
Good working knowledge of standard IT packages (Word, Excel, email systems)
Ability to handle confidential information with sensitivity
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Reliable, professional and committed to maintaining high standards
Desirable:
Experience in HR administration
Knowledge of safer recruitment or education compliance processes
Experience of working in an educational setting
Why Smart Teachers ?:
Supportive consultant dedicated to your placement
Access to CPD opportunities
Competitive pay
Opportunities for long-term or permanent progression
About us:
We are a market-leading education supply agency committed to the development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high quality educators.
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your CV via this post or contact Smart Teachers directly at daniel.uwaifo@(url removed)
If you are interested in this role, please apply today or contact Smart Teachers directly on (phone number removed) / (phone number removed) for more information