Human Resources Assistant in Cambridge

Hours

Full time, 37hrs/wk, 52 weeks

Contract Type

Permanent

Location

The post holder will be based at Marleigh Primary Academy but will be expected to work across the Trust and to travel between sites. (Hybrid working possible)

About the Role

The HR Assistant provides comprehensive administrative and operational support across a wide range of HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, compliance, and staff engagement.

You’ll work closely with the Director of People and HR team to ensure smooth HR processes, maintain accurate records, support key projects, and contribute to a positive employee experience across the Trust. This is a varied and fast-paced role with opportunities to get involved in communications, events, and HR initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide full administrative support to the Director of People, including diary management and meeting coordination
• Support recruitment, onboarding, and induction processes, ensuring compliance (e.g. DBS, SCR, visa checks)
• Maintain accurate HR records and systems, liaising with payroll and other departments
• Assist with employee relations casework, including note-taking and preparing documentation
• Deliver first-line HR advice on policies, terms, and conditions
• Support HR projects, reporting, and data analysis
• Manage HR communications across platforms such as MS Teams, intranet, and staff channels
• Assist in organising staff engagement initiatives, surveys, and events
• Support the management and promotion of employee benefits and wellbeing initiatives

Person Specification

• Level 3 CIPD qualification (or willingness to work towards it)
• Experience handling HR queries and administrative processes
• Strong organisational, communication, and customer service skills
• High attention to detail and ability to manage confidential information
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Experience supporting employee relations casework
• Experience in HR data analysis, reporting, or reward/benefits
• Experience in education or multi-site organisations

Employee Benefits

• Generous Pension Scheme (LGPS or Teachers’ Pension Scheme depending on the role)
• Annual leave starts at 25 days plus Bank Holidays, more for those with local government continuous service
• Cycle to Work Salary Sacrifice Scheme
• Free membership to Anglian Learning Sports Centres
• Professional Development Scheme Policy
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Boots Flu Vouchers

Closing Date: Sunday 26th April 2026*

Start date: As soon as possible following pre-employment checks

We reserve the right to close this advert if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. Applications will be reviewed as received so please apply early to avoid disappointment!

If you are passionate about Human Resources and meet the person specification we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity via www.anglianlearning.org.

To find out even more, have an informal discussion or arrange a visit to the Trust, please contact the Trust’s HR Team via hr@anglianlearning.org

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and we expect all staff to share this commitment and undergo appropriate checks. Therefore, all posts within the Trust are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. The Trust welcomes applications from all, irrespective of gender, marital status, disability, race, age or sexual orientation.