At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide top-notch admin support in HR and assist with recruitment and payroll.
- Company: Join Alternative Learning Trust, dedicated to changing young lives.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible hours, professional development, and access to an onsite gym.
- Other info: Supportive team environment with great career growth opportunities.
- Why this job: Be the first point of contact and make a real difference in people's lives.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in Maths and English, office experience, and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 20000 - 25000 £ per year.
Overview
Thank you for your interest in the post of HR Assistant at Alternative Learning Trust. This position is available from October 2026.
The Trust is seeking to appoint a reliable and proactive person to provide high quality administrative support within the HR team and to be the first point of contact for visitors to the Trust.
This post will assist with the recruitment process, payroll administration and responding to enquiries relating to HR.
The ideal candidate will have
- Minimum GCSE grade C/4 or equivalent in Maths and English;
- Previous experience of working in a busy office environment;
- A professional outlook and experience;
- Competency in using a range of IT programs;
- Excellent organisation skills;
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to deal with a variety of people.
Responsibilities
- Provide high quality administrative support within the HR team and be the first point of contact for visitors to the Trust.
- Assist with the recruitment process, payroll administration and responding to HR enquiries.
- What the Trust can offer
- Local Government Pension Scheme;
- An organisation with a clear moral purpose to change young people’s lives;
- A commitment to support you in developing new skills through a wide range of professional development opportunities and experiences;
- Free access to our Employee Assistance Programme;
- Supportive staff and a collaborative team environment;
- Free access to an onsite gym;
- Flexible, term time hours;
- Additional paid week leave in October for wellbeing;
- Five Year Service award for Support Staff;
- Eye care reimbursement;
- Eligibility to discount schemes such as Blue Light.
- Application and safeguarding
Applications must be received no later than the closing date on the advert.
We reserve the right to withdraw the vacancy ahead of the closing date if there is a good level of response.
We also reserve the right to interview shortlisted candidates ahead of the closing date.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a Declaration of Offences form.
It is an offence for an individual with certain criminal convictions to engage in regulated activity (working with children).
This appointment is subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS check, teaching prohibited checks (if applicable), Section 128 check (if applicable), ID and right to work check, medical screening and confirmation of qualifications and references.
We will conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates for information that is publicly available.
Copies of Alternative Learning Trust’s Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy can be found on the Trust website.
Visits are welcome by arrangement.
Closing and interviews
Closing date
Wednesday 29 July 2026 at midday
Interviews
- Wednesday 5 August 2026
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HR Assistant employer: Alternative Learning Trust
Alternative Learning Trust is an exceptional employer dedicated to transforming young people's lives through education. With a strong commitment to professional development, employees benefit from a supportive team environment, flexible term-time hours, and access to wellness resources such as an onsite gym and an Employee Assistance Programme. The Trust values its staff with additional leave for wellbeing and recognises long service, making it a rewarding place to grow your career in HR.
Contact Details:
Alternative Learning Trust Recruitment Team
