HR Administrator - Leeds, West Yorkshire - January 2026

A large and inclusive secondary school in Leeds is seeking a professional and discreet HR Administrator to support its people operations from January 2026.

The school places high value on staff wellbeing, clear procedures and professional respect. HR is viewed as a supportive and enabling function, helping staff to thrive in a well-structured environment.

The Role

You will work closely with senior leaders and the business team to support the full employee lifecycle.

Key responsibilities include:

• Recruitment administration and onboarding

• Maintaining personnel records and safeguarding documentation

• Supporting absence management and wellbeing processes

• Preparing documentation for payroll

• Responding to HR queries with discretion and clarity

• Supporting policy implementation and compliance

The Working Environment

This is a structured role with clear expectations, good systems and strong leadership support. Confidentiality and accuracy are essential.

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience in HR or people administration

• Strong organisational and record-keeping skills

• High levels of professionalism and discretion

• Confidence working with policies and procedures

This role offers a meaningful opportunity to contribute to a positive staff culture within a well-run school.