Temporary HR Administrator

** Temporary HR Administrator – On-Site Newbury - £15 Per Hour + Holiday Pay **

About the Client

This role is working for a lovely private school set in a beautiful rural setting. They are dedicated to creating a supportive and stimulating environment for students from early years through to Sixth Form. The institution places a strong emphasis on holistic development, academic excellence, and a collaborative ethos that extends to its staff.

About the Job

Reporting to the Bursar and working closely with the wider administrative/payroll team, the temporaryHR Administrator will play a pivotal role in supporting day-to-day HR admin processes and procedures. This includes recruitment administration, DBS checks, compliance monitoring, and employee support, ensuring smooth operational processes in line with current policies and legislation.

Key Responsibilities Include:

• Providing administrative support in all HR matters, including recruitment, onboarding, and leavers
• Maintaining and updating HR records and databases, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality
• Coordinating pre-employment checks including references and enhanced DBS checks, ensuring compliance with safer recruitment standards
• Ensuring up-to-date maintenance of the Single Central Register and other statutory HR records
• Supporting compliance with safeguarding regulations and audit processes
• Managing incoming calls and emails, fielding queries professionally and directing them as appropriate
• Coordinating induction sessions and appraisal schedules
• Assisting with visa sponsorship paperwork and Home Office compliance

About the Successful Applicant

You will have some prior experience in a busy HR administration role and have a keen eye for detail, strong organisational skills, and a proactive approach. The ideal candidate will be happy to support with a back log of HR administration. You will also have:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High levels of discretion and professionalism
• Confidence using HR systems and Microsoft Office applications
• A courteous and professional telephone manner

What You Will Receive in Return

You will be welcomed into a friendly and well-established educational setting where staff are truly valued. This is a great opportunity for someone looking to make immediate impact and hit the ground running in getting ‘stuck in’ with the HR admin back log.

How to Proceed:

If this super HR opportunity has sparked your interest, I’m eagerly looking forward to your contact! To advance your career, please reach out to Lucy-Emma at Wade Macdonald today. You can get in touch by calling her at or promptly submit your CV through the designated portal. Your next career move awaits!

** Temporary HR Administrator – On-Site Newbury - £15 Per Hour + Holiday Pay **