Office & HR Administrator - Secondary School - Liverpool

A large and improving 11–18 secondary school in Liverpool is seeking a highly organised and dependable Office & HR Administrator to join its central operations team. Serving a diverse and vibrant community, the school has developed a strong reputation for improving outcomes, strengthening safeguarding procedures and maintaining clear operational systems.

The administrative function is central to the smooth running of the school. This role sits at the heart of staff management processes, compliance and day-to-day office coordination, requiring someone who can balance precision with approachability.

The Role

Working closely with the School Business Manager and Senior Leadership Team, you will support HR administration alongside broader office responsibilities.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing staff personnel records and ensuring compliance with safeguarding requirements
• Supporting recruitment processes, including adverts, shortlisting administration and interview coordination
• Processing absence records and maintaining accurate staff data
• Coordinating onboarding checks, including DBS and reference verification
• Assisting with payroll liaison and contract documentation
• Providing administrative support to the wider school office during busy periods

The role demands strong organisational skills and careful attention to confidentiality.

The School

Located in Liverpool, the school has invested in strengthening its operational systems and compliance procedures. The leadership team prioritises clarity, professionalism and strong safeguarding culture.

The administrative team works collaboratively with curriculum and pastoral leaders, ensuring that staff recruitment, retention and compliance processes are managed efficiently.

Facilities include a centralised office area, secure record storage systems and updated MIS platforms to support HR and attendance functions.

Who We’re Looking For

The successful candidate will:

• Have previous experience in school administration or HR support
• Demonstrate strong organisational and data management skills
• Be confident using MIS systems and Microsoft Office
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism at all times
• Work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines

Experience in HR processes within an educational setting would be advantageous.

What’s On Offer

• Competitive salary aligned to local authority scale
• Supportive and structured leadership team
• Opportunities for professional development
• A stable and improving Liverpool secondary school environment
• A varied role with meaningful responsibility

This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled administrator seeking a varied office and HR role within a busy and ambitious secondary school.