About this role
HR ADMINISTRATOR
PERMANENT, TERM TIME ONLY (+2 WEEKS)
37 HOURS P/W
GRADE 3, SCP 9-22 (£27,254 - £33,696 FTE)
£24,356 - £30,113 ACTUAL
We are looking for a highly organised and proactive HR Administrator to join our Trust and become an integral part of our Human Resources team. This is an exciting opportunity for an organised administrator or an experienced HR professional to contribute to a supportive and forward-thinking organisation, add value, share best practice and provide high-quality advice, guidance and administrative support to employees and leaders across the Trust.
Working closely with the Human Resources Manager, you will play a key role in helping to develop, streamline and embed effective HR processes within a busy and dynamic environment. You will provide operational support across a broad range of HR activities, ensuring that employees receive a responsive and professional service.
The successful candidate will possess strong administrative skills, exceptional attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate work to tight deadlines. You will support payroll administration, assist with employee relations matters where required, and contribute to the smooth running of day-to-day HR operations.
As a trusted member of the team, you will have excellent communication and interpersonal skills, demonstrating tact, confidentiality and professionalism at all times. You will be confident, well organised and able to work both independently and collaboratively. Previous HR administration experience within the education sector would be highly desirable and will help you quickly make a positive impact in the role.
If you are passionate about delivering excellent HR support and enjoy working in a people-focused environment, we would love to hear from you.
Equitas Academies Trust was formed in September 2012 and is made up of two schools; Aston Manor Academy (Secondary) and Chilwell Croft Academy (Primary). Aston Manor Academy serves a culturally diverse and economically disadvantaged catchment area yet year on year produces excellent results for its very deserving students. We firmly believe that one of the key hallmarks of Aston Manor Academy is the positive, friendly, and supportive ethos that enables all our students to make progress, both academically and in their personal development. Aston Manor Academy underwent an ungraded Ofsted Inspection in May 2025 which confirmed that the school has taken effective action to maintain the standards identified at the previous inspection which were outstanding. In addition, the Sixth Form is rated as one of the best for progress in Birmingham! Chilwell Croft Academy is a rapidly improving Primary School that is well supported by staff and parents alike. The Academy has made an extremely positive journey over the last 18 months, the Academy leaders and staff place a strong emphasis on positive attitudes, high-quality learning, and a strong team approach.
Consequently, the school has received an Ofsted rating of ‘Good’. Chilwell Croft is a harmonious community where pupils from different ethnic heritages work together well and feel safe. Both Academies are happy, exciting and inspiring learning environments for their children who are from a vibrant mix of cultures. The staff and Trustees have a great sense of pride in these schools and care passionately about the pupils they serve.
The successful candidate will approachable and someone who has a:
CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in HR or above
Background in administration or similar industry work experience, ideally in HR
Knowledge and experience of Employment law, HR policies and procedures.
Working knowledge and experience of providing support, advice and guidance to staff and leadership regarding HR matters within the education sector
Good working knowledge and experience of payroll administration
As an employer, Equitas Academies Trust offers:
A supportive and nurturing working environment A commitment to CPD opportunities Employee wellbeing benefits including access to a bus pass scheme, Voluntary Health Care Cash Plan, cycle to work scheme, technology scheme and 1-2-1 Clinical Supervision for DSLs Employer contributions to Local Government Pensions Scheme (support staff) or Teacher Pensions Scheme (teaching staff) An inclusive and caring ethos. We pride ourselves on improving the lives of our students, as well as supporting the fantastic team who dedicate themselves to students every single day. This is an opportunity to really make a difference and enjoy a varied, challenging, and ultimately rewarding role.
This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the well-being of all children and expects our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to all pre-employment checks necessary to meet safer recruitment requirements, including a satisfactory enhanced DBS check, right-to-work check, and references.
For further information on the Job Description, Person Specification, and application form, please visit the school website: Work For Us - Equitas Academies Trust.
The Trust reserves the right to close the job advert earlier than the initial closing date subject to volume of applicants. Previous candidates need not apply.
Closing date: Friday 24th July 2026, at 12 noon.
Interview date: Friday 7th August 2026