HR Assistant

21 hours per week • 6-month Fixed-Term Contract

A new opportunity has arisen for a part time HR Assistant to join the Trust’s busy HR team on a six month fixed-term contract, this may be extended subject to funding. This role will be focused primarily on assisting with payroll related duties such as recording timesheets and logging expenses and providing comprehensive HR administrative support. You will also assist with staff recruitment and related pre-employment administration, including helping out on interview days.

The role is based within Twyford CE High School although there will be a requirement to work at other Trust schools as the need arises. Core hours are 21 hours a week (over 3 or 4 days) days and times to be discussed at interview. However, some flexibility with regard to working hours is essential. This is particularly the case on interview days when a start time of 7.45 or 8.00am is needed; supporting the HR Team with hosting interview days, prior notice will be given.

 The successful candidate will be; approachable, calm and professional. Highly organised with a great attention to detail. The ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines is essential. If you take pride in your work and have a “can do” attitude we would like to hear from you. 

This role offers variety and considerable on-the-job training, and is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking to develop a career in HR and the Education sector. Previous experience in these sectors is not essential but the successful candidate will have experience of working in a busy office or customer service environment.

 The Twyford Trust

The Twyford Trust was established in October 2011 to enable an existing School, Twyford CE High School, to build on its successes and look outward to the large number of parents who were eager to become part of its community. The Twyford Trust aims to deliver outstanding education in a comprehensive school setting, and embraces the Twyford School motto ‘Life in all its fullness’, encouraging students to use their individual gifts wisely and well. Supported by the London Diocesan Board for Schools (LDBS), the Trust is the overarching organisation which provides support for all Trust schools - the Trust comprises four schools in the London Borough of Ealing.

How to apply

Applications must be submitted to HR at Twyford School by the closing date and time below. They should be emailed to recruitment@twyfordacademies.org.uk. Please write a supporting statement addressing how you meet the requirements in the person specification, you will be shortlisted on the basis of how well you meet the person specification.

Closing date: 9am, Friday 29 July 2022

Interview date: TBC

The Twyford Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undergo the child protection screening appropriate to the post, including an enhanced disclosure from the DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) and references from previous employers. For more information about the DBS please see https://www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check. The post-holder will also be expected to read and adhere to the Trust’s Child Protection Policy, and any other Safeguarding documents stated within this.