HR Assistant

Salary: Scale 4, pt 7–11 pro-rata (£26,403 - £28,142 FTE)

Hours: Part-time, 20 hours per week / 40 weeks per year (TTO + 2)

Location: Marleigh Primary Academy (with flexible remote working options)

Disclosure Level: Enhanced DBS

Anglian Learning Trust is a growing network of schools committed to providing exceptional education and support for staff. We pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative, flexible, and supportive working environment across all our schools.

Reporting into the Head of HR Business Partnering and Operations, we are seeking a proactive and organized HR Assistant to join our central HR team. You will provide essential HR support across multiple schools and shared services, assisting with recruitment, HR administration, employee relations, and HR systems. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop your HR career within an innovative and supportive Trust.

Main Responsibilities:

• Recruitment: Support the full recruitment lifecycle for teaching and non-teaching roles, including drafting adverts, managing applications, coordinating interviews, and issuing contracts.
• HR Administration: Maintain accurate HR records, process DBS and other checks, manage employee data, and support HR reporting.
• Employee Relations: Provide advice to managers and staff on HR policies, employment terms, and wellbeing initiatives. Assist with casework preparation and documentation.
• HR Systems & Reward: Support pay reviews, reward statements, and benefits administration, including pensions.
• Team Collaboration: Act as the main HR administrative support for your HR Business Partner, contributing to Trust-wide HR projects and professional development.

Person Specification

Essential

• Professional CIPD membership or Level 3/5 qualification (or willingness to study)
• HR or administrative experience, with evidence of managing HR queries
• Strong communication, organisation, and customer service skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work flexibly across multiple sites
• Excellent IT skills, including Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams

Desirable:

• Experience advising managers on employee relations
• Experience conducting research, collating data, and delivering training sessions
• Ability to travel independently across Trust schools

Why Join Us?

• Flexible working options, including remote work
• Opportunity to develop within a collaborative HR team
• Contribute to shaping HR practices across a growing Trust
• Be part of a supportive and inclusive environment that values diversity

Employee Benefits:

• Generous Pension Scheme (LGPS or Teachers’ Pension Scheme depending on the role)

• Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme

• Free membership to Anglian Learning Sports Centres

• 20 percent discount on Anglian Learning Adult Education Courses

• Professional Development Scheme Policy

• Employee Assistance Programme

• Specsavers VDU Vouchers

• Boots Flu Vouchers

• Perkbox – access a range of discounts in-store and online at nationwide shops.

Closing Date: 11th January 2026*

Interview date: TBC

Start date: As soon as possible (subject to safeguarding checks)

* Please note we reserve the right to close the advert and interview prior to the advertised closing date. Apply now to avoid disappointment!

How to Apply:

Visit our website to find out more and submit your application: www.anglianlearning.org

To find out even more, have an informal discussion or arrange a visit to the Trust, please contact Lisa Clare, Head of HR Business Partnering and Operations at [email protected]

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks. Therefore, all posts within the Trust are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. The Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.