HR Assistant - Schools Team

Are you looking to start your career in HR?

We have an exciting opportunity for an HR Assistant within the Schools Team who support employees based in East Sussex schools with their HR administration.

We are looking to recruit an enthusiastic, well-motivated person who is positive, flexible and well-organised with a ‘can do’ approach. Working as part of a busy and supportive team you will be responsible for maintaining accurate records for staff on our payroll system. You will be the initial contact for queries from a range of schools based staff and will be liaising with other colleagues in the ESCC Employee Services and HR functions. Previous experience of working in an HR environment is not required as full training will be provided.

The team works in a hybrid style and mixes office attendance with working from home.

We are looking for candidates who:

• can work with accuracy and attention to detail
• are committed to delivering good customer service
• have the ability to work effectively, calmly and often under time pressure

To apply for this role, please follow the ‘Apply Now’ button above and upload your CV and a Cover Letter. We will be using your Cover Letter to shortlist so please be sure to address how you meet all the criteria in the person specification, drawing on any relevant work/life experience, education, or personal interests.

Please download the Job Description and Person Specification for more information.

Interviews will be held virtually, on Microsoft Teams, within 2 weeks of the advert closing.

We offer a diverse range of benefits to help and support you during your employment. More information can be found on our benefits page.

To find out more about the role, please contact Charlotte Smithson, Team Leader, Schools Team at charlotte.smithson@eastsussex.gov.uk