HR Admin
Temporary | Contract
Location: the West Midlands
Start date: 1 October 2026
About the Role
As HR Admin, you'll provide day-to-day administrative support to the HR team at a further education provider, keeping records, paperwork and processes running accurately and on time.
You'll be the first point of contact for routine HR queries, supporting recruitment and onboarding activity and making sure employee information is maintained correctly and confidentially.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Maintaining accurate and up-to-date employee records and HR systems.
- Supporting recruitment administration, including advertising, interview arrangements and offer paperwork.
- Preparing contracts, letters and other HR documentation.
- Responding to routine HR queries from staff and managers, escalating where appropriate.
- Supporting the administration of onboarding and pre-employment checks.
What We're Looking For
Essential:
- Strong administration skills with good attention to detail
- Confident handling confidential information discretely and professionally
- Good organisation, planning and time management skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- A good level of digital literacy, including Microsoft Office
Desirable (but not essential):
- Previous experience working within an HR team
- Experience of working in a further education or wider education setting
If you're an organised administrator looking for your next opportunity within HR, we'd love to hear from you.
HR Admin (Temporary) employer: Dovetail & Slate
Dovetail and Slate is an exceptional employer for those passionate about shaping the future of skilled trades. With a strong commitment to employee development, we offer ongoing training, a supportive work culture, and generous benefits including a robust pension scheme and wellbeing initiatives. Join us in a collaborative environment where your expertise in Fabrication and Welding can truly make a difference in the lives of apprentices.
