HR Administrator

We are seeking an organised, proactive HR Administrator to support the delivery of an efficient and professional HR service across Legra Academy Trust. Working closely with the Trust HR Manager and colleagues across both academies, you will provide administrative support throughout the employee lifecycle. This is an opportunity for someone with previous HR experience who enjoys a varied workload, takes pride in accuracy and can build positive working relationships while working remotely.,

• Coordinating recruitment administration, including preparing adverts, arranging interviews and communicating with candidates.
• Supporting safer recruitment processes by coordinating pre-employment checks, obtaining references and maintaining accurate records.
• Preparing offer letters, employment contracts, contractual changes and other HR correspondence.
• Coordinating onboarding and induction arrangements for new starters, alongside administration for staff leaving the Trust.
• Maintaining confidential employee files, HR systems and records, including supporting the accuracy of the Single Central Record.
• Administering sickness absence, leave requests and return-to-work documentation, and monitoring review dates.
• Providing accurate information to payroll about starters, leavers, contractual changes and other pay-related matters.
• Responding to routine HR queries and referring more complex matters.
• Arranging HR meetings, preparing documentation and taking accurate, confidential notes/minutes.
• Supporting probation, appraisal and training administration, including tracking deadlines and maintaining records.
• Producing HR reports and assisting with workforce data returns.
• Handling personal information sensitively and securely, in line with data protection requirements and Trust procedures.
  
  Essential:
• Previous experience working in HR, with an secure understanding of HR administration.
• Familiarity with safer recruitment procedures.
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise competing tasks and meet deadlines.
• Strong attention to detail and confidence in maintaining accurate records.
• Clear, professional written and verbal communication skills.
• A discreet and sensitive approach to confidential information.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office.
• The ability to work independently, manage your workload effectively and collaborate with colleagues remotely.
• A commitment to safeguarding, equality and providing a supportive service to staff., Experience working within a school, academy trust or other education setting and familiarity with school HR systems, such as Bromcom.
  
  Why Legra Academy Trust?
We provide top quality, high impact early years, primary and secondary education in the county of Essex. We currently manage two academies in the Southend-on-Sea area: Belfairs Academy and Darlinghurst Academy. We are responsible for approximately 2000 young people from nursery to age 19 and employ around 250 staff. Each of our academies is fully committed to achieving excellence for the benefit of all our students', staff and the wider community. Our motto is 'Shaping the Future Together' and we really mean it - so why don't you come and help us achieve it? You can find out more about us at www.legraacademytrust.org.uk Safeguarding: Belfairs Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Following safer recruitment procedures, this appointment will be subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure Barring Service and satisfactory references together with a social media check. Belfairs Academy is an equal opportunities employer and we are committed to positive employment policies to promote equal opportunity in employment. Belfairs Academy offers a dynamic work environment with modern facilities. Complimentary use of the gym and swimming pool for all members of staff. Staff wellbeing is a priority - we offer events and support for all employees.