Windsor Academy Trust
HR Admin Assistant
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HR Administration Assistant - Central Team
Location: WAT North Staffs & Stoke Central Office, Ostend Place, Newcastle under Lyme ST5 2QY
Salary: Grade 2 (£21,758 starting salary)
Working: 37 hours per week, term time - fixed term contract 1st September 2026 - Easter 2027
Reporting to: People Partner - North Staffs & Stoke
Join Our Central Team
We are seeking an organised, professional, and proactive HR Administration Assistant to join our North Staffs & Stoke Central Team. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives in a busy environment and enjoys providing excellent support to colleagues, visitors, and stakeholders.
We are the first point of contact for many visitors and enquiries, you will play a vital role in supporting the smooth and efficient operation of our central office. As part of our HR team, you will provide administrative support across a range of activities, including interview scheduling, meeting coordination, visitor management, and office operations.
What You'll Be Doing
- Providing administrative support to the North Staffs & Stoke HR team, including coordinating meetings and preparing documentation.
- Maintaining accurate digital filing systems and administrative records.
- Welcoming visitors and providing a professional reception and hospitality service as required.
- Supporting visitor management systems and helping maintain a safe, professional office environment.
- Assisting with office supplies, stationery management, and general office administration.
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About You
We are looking for someone who:
- Will relish working in a busy administrative or office environment.
- Possesses excellent organisational skills and can effectively prioritise competing demands.
- Has strong ICT skills, including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
- Demonstrates excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
- Communicates confidently and professionally with a wide range of stakeholders.
- Maintains confidentiality and handles sensitive information with discretion.
- Is committed to providing outstanding customer service.
- Works well both independently and as part of a collaborative team.
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Experience within education and/or HR administration would be advantageous, not essential. You'll be part of a supportive and collaborative team while contributing to the delivery of excellent HR services across our Trust.
If you are an organised, customer-focused administrator looking for your next challenge, we would love to hear from you.
If you wish to hear more please contact Sarah Rowell, People Partner - North Staffs & Stoke on 01782 973017 or srowell@windsoracademytrust.org.uk
Closing date: 9am Wednesday 22nd July
Interviews will be held once shortlisting has taken place
Windsor Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all of our students and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS with barred list check applies to all roles. In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, please be aware that online searches of shortlisted candidates may take place as part of our due diligence processes.
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