HR Coordinator

We're looking for an organised and proactive HR Coordinator to join a busy HR team. This is a hands-on role where attention to detail, strong administration skills and keeping things compliant really matter.

You'll be the first point of contact for day-to-day HR queries, supporting managers and employees with recruitment, onboarding and general people processes, ensuring everything runs smoothly and on time.

The Organisation

This forward-thinking education provider is committed to creating a positive, inclusive workplace where every member of staff can thrive. Their focus is on empowering people, strengthening leadership capability, and driving meaningful organisational change aligned to their long-term vision.

Role Purpose

• Be the first point of contact for HR-related queries.
• Coordinate recruitment, onboarding and employee documentation processes.
• Ensure all HR administration and compliance checks are completed accurately and on time.

Role Responsibilities

• Respond to HR enquiries from managers and staff, providing clear and practical guidance.
• Manage pre-employment checks including references, right to work and safer recruitment vetting.
• Maintain compliance records including the Single Central Record and sponsorship processes for non-UK nationals.
• Support recruitment activity including advertising roles, scheduling interviews and assisting interview panels.
• Prepare and issue offer letters, contracts and contract variations in line with legislation.
• Track probation reviews and ensure employee records are accurate and up to date.
• Maintain confidential HR records in line with GDPR requirements.

Essential Requirements

• Experience in a HR administration or HR support role.
• Strong understanding of recruitment and compliance processes.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail.
• Confident communicator who can deal professionally with managers and staff.
• CIPD Level 3 qualified or working towards it.

Benefits

• Generous annual leave and pension scheme.
• Professional development opportunities to support continued growth.
• Inclusive, supportive environment that values innovation and wellbeing.
• Access to staff discounts and health & wellbeing initiatives.

Don't wait, apply today and be part of an inspiring educational environment that transforms lives! We have multiple jobs across this region currently so even if this one isn't quite right for you, we'd love to hear from you regardless.

Important Notice

Dovetail and Slate is a specialist education recruitment company. If this role isn't quite right, we welcome your CV and a call to explore other opportunities.

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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Because education matters.

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