Downside is an independent, co-educational boarding and day school for pupils aged 11 to 18, and one of England's oldest and most distinguished Catholic schools. The School is situated at the foot of the Mendip Hills, twelve miles south of the city of Bath.
Role Summary
The HR Assistant provides efficient, professional, and confidential support to the HR function for Downside School across the whole employee lifecycle, playing a critical role in ensuring that the school is compliant with all relevant regulations and statutory guidance.
Duties and Responsibilities
Downside School 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 DBS checked. We strive to be an equal opportunities employer. Registered Company No. 11751009 and Registered Charity No: 1184700
he following list is not exhaustive, but the post holders principal responsibilities involve:
HR Administration
Complete administrative tasks associated with the HR function to a high standard, adhering to policies and procedures.
Conduct audits, as required by the HR Manager, to ensure that accurate records are held by the Department.
Ensure accurate electronic recording of all HR information, for example absence records.
Proactively suggest ideas for review of HR systems and processes to HR Manager to ensure that they are efficient, user friendly, and understood by those impacted.
Use trackers to co-ordinate aspects of HR, e.g. training, probation, right to work checks, qualification checks to ensure events and re-checks happen in line with deadlines, keeping the HR Manager informed of progress and any difficulties in good time.
Contractual Details
Pay: Up to £26,000 for the right candidate
Hours:35 hours per week, Monday-Friday 9am-5pm with a 1-hour unpaid lunch break. Some flexibility will be considered.
Holiday: 25 days annual leave plus 8 days public bank holidays
Contract: Permanent Contract.
Closing date for applications: Monday 15th April 2025 by 9.00am
Interviews: TBC
If sufficient applications are received, this advert may close early. An early application is therefore recommended as an appointment may be made before the closing date.
To Apply
Please apply via CV minderwhere you can download the job pack.
Please complete your application through our applicant tracking system, using the apply button. CVs are not accepted. If you have any difficulties with this, please get in touch.
Applications must be completed in full and include full employment history, education history and contact details for referees to cover the last 5 years of employment.
We look forward to hearing from you.