HR Coordinator

Job description

We are seeking to appoint a personable and highly organised individual to join our Human Resources Department.

The scope of the work within the School is wide ranging and varied, primarily focused on staff recruitment, with the successful candidate able to prioritise workload and remain calm under pressure.

This role is full-time, full-year post based at school and we are looking for the successful candidate to start work as soon as possible.

Main responsibilities

• Draft advertisements, job descriptions and person specifications via liaison with department heads.
• Devise interview schedules and make associated arrangements; diary availability, room bookings and catering.
• Provide an outstanding candidate experience and manage interview days. Welcome and look after candidates on interview days, supervising assessments, escorting them to lessons and interviews, and checking their identification and qualification documentation whilst ensuring the day runs to the planned timings.
• Carry out recruitment vetting checks on all new staff.
• Monitor absence inbox on a daily basis, responding and recording absence notifications.

What we offer

• Competitive salaries
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Staff may join a group personal pension scheme
• Diverse training and professional development programme
• Employee Assistance Programme – offering free and confidential advice
• Free use of the Sports Centre facilities including a fitness suite, ergo suite and group cycle studio
• Free school lunch, plus refreshments available in the staff room during the day and after school
• On-site parking
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free eye tests and annual flu vaccination
• Access to well-stocked school library
• Access to wide range of school events

How to apply

To apply for this position, please read the full job details in the candidate pack and submit an completed an application form. Completed application forms should be submitted with a brief supporting letter addressed to Mrs Nicola McAvoy, Director of Finance and Operations should be submitted via email (recruitment@shsk.org.uk) in the first instance and then sent to:

Human Resources Department
St Helen and St Katharine
Faringdon Road
Abingdon
Oxfordshire
OX14 1BE

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service.