HR Administrator Leicester January 2026

A secondary school in Leicester is looking for a professional and personable HR Administrator to join its central support team from January 2026.

The Role

You’ll provide high-quality administrative support for all HR functions, including recruitment, staff records, absence management and safeguarding compliance. Working alongside senior leaders, you’ll play an important role in ensuring HR systems and procedures run efficiently and effectively.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing recruitment administration: advertising, shortlisting and interview coordination.


• Maintaining up-to-date HR and safeguarding records.


• Processing contracts, payroll information and absence reports.


• Supporting induction and staff training documentation.


• Handling confidential information with professionalism and discretion.

About You

• Previous HR or school administrative experience preferred.


• Excellent organisation, communication and IT skills.


• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.


• Positive, approachable and trustworthy.

Why Join?

• Supportive and friendly staff culture.


• Professional development and CPD opportunities.


• Competitive pay and local government pension scheme.

If you’re a skilled administrator with a people-first approach, this Leicester-based HR role offers a great opportunity to grow in a rewarding school environment.