HR Administration Officer

Overview

We are seeking a highly organised and proactive HR Administration Officer to ensure the seamless delivery of HR operations in the Brian Clarke Academy and to undertake HR administration for the Cranmer Oldham Hub, which currently includes three primary schools. Your responsibilities will span the employee life cycle and you will be a key point of contact for employees and managers.

This is a well-supported role within a strong school team, with additional guidance and expertise provided by the Trust's central HR function.

Your key responsibilities include:

• Managing the employee life cycle from recruitment to exit
• Providing a single point of contact for employees and managers on HR matters
• Coordinating HR administration for the Cranmer Oldham Hub schools
• Assisting the Trust’s central HR function with local HR initiatives

• Excellent organisational and administrative skills with previous HR admin experience
• Excellent communication and strong interpersonal skills
• Efficient work style with good attention to detail
• Strong IT skills and ability to learn and use the HR MIS confidently
• Demonstrate a positive, proactive approach and willingness to learn and develop

• Opportunities for professional development in a growing Trust
• LGPS career average pension scheme with generous employer contribution
• A supportive team that works with you to achieve the best outcomes
• Generous holiday entitlement and sick pay scheme, increasing with length of service
• Convenient central location with excellent access to motorways, buses and tram links

The Brian Clarke Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The Cranmer Education Trust follows safer recruitment practices. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013, and 2020, and appointment is therefore subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure & Barring Service.

For further information please refer to the Trust’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy (), the Trust’s statement on the employment of ex-offenders (), and the job description and person specification for safeguarding responsibilities.

Please apply through our careers portal:  CVs are not accepted. Closing date for applications: 9am, Tuesday 10 March 2026. Interviews:
Tuesday 17 March 2026. Start date will depend on the successful candidate's notice period; we aim to appoint as soon as possible. The Cranmer Education Trust is an equal opportunities employer and will provide reasonable support to disabled applicants throughout the recruitment process.