Hr Administrator

School HR Administrator

Location: Cranleigh, Surrey
Salary: £29,707-£32,602 per annum (including 33 days' holiday)
Hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Start Date: September 2026

An experienced HR Administrator is required to join a busy Business and Administration team, supporting approximately 230 staff. Working closely with the HR, payroll, and absence teams, the role involves confidential data management, responding to staff queries, and supporting attendance, wellbeing, and pay‑related processes.

This is an on‑site role with working hours of 8:30am-4:30pm, Monday to Friday (some flexibility possible during holidays). Working throughout school holiday periods is required.

Key requirements:

• Previous HR and administrative experience (education sector desirable)
• CIPD Level 3 or equivalent (preferred)
• Strong organisational skills, discretion, and attention to detail
• Empathy, resilience, and a proactive approach

Benefits include:

• £1,000 retention bonus
• Free hot lunches during term time
• Health cash plan, life insurance, and EAP
• Free parking and beautiful rural working environment
• CPD, mental health training, and career progression opportunities

Please be aware this advert will remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews will take place throughout this period, therefore we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment.

Tate is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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