About this role
HR Administrator – Multi-Academy Trust, Nottinghamshire
Location: Trust offices, Nottinghamshire (on site initially, with potential for some home working in the longer term) Hours: 2–3 days per week, 8.30am – 4.30pm (30-minute lunch break) Rate: £15 – £17 per hour Contract: Temporary, up to 6 months Start date: Ideally 2 November 2026
About the role
We are recruiting on behalf of a well-established Multi-Academy Trust in Nottingham, which is looking for an organised and reliable temporary HR Administrator to join its central HR team. Reporting to the HR Advisor, you will provide day-to-day administrative support across the employee lifecycle, helping to make sure the Trust’s schools are staffed safely, compliantly and efficiently.
This is a varied role that suits someone who enjoys accuracy and detail, takes pride in good service and is comfortable handling confidential information.
Key responsibilities
Processing contractual changes, including changes to hours, roles and terms, and preparing the associated documentationAdministering flexible working requests and keeping accurate recordsSupporting safer recruitment processes, including processing DBS checks and carrying out pre-employment checks in line with statutory guidanceManaging onboarding administration for new starters, from offer through to induction, and keeping the Single Central Record up to dateMaintaining accurate HR records and systems, with a high standard of data accuracy and confidentialityProviding ad-hoc administrative support across the HR team as required About you
Previous experience in an HR, recruitment, school or other administrative role (HR experience is desirable but not essential)Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skillsConfident communicator, able to deal with colleagues, candidates and school staff professionally and helpfullyGood IT skills, including Microsoft Office; experience of an HR or MIS system is an advantageAble to work with sensitive and confidential information with discretionKnowledge of safer recruitment or DBS processes is desirable, though full training will be providedAvailable to start at short notice, ideally from 2 November, and flexible in approach with a willingness to support the wider team Safeguarding
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo a DBS check, along with other pre-employment checks, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Candidates with a current DBS on the Update Service are encouraged to apply.
How to apply
To apply, please send your CV to . Interviews are expected to take place w/c 19 October 2026, so early applications are encouraged.