HR Administrator-School / Education Sector

HR Administrator - School / Education Sector Holywood, Northern Ireland BT18 Full-Time | Permanent | NJC Points 17-20 | £31,022 - £32,597 per annum Sullivan Upper School is a highly regarded co-educational and interdenominational grammar school in Holywood, Northern Ireland, providing both Secondary and Preparatory education. We are seeking an organised and proactive HR Administrator / School HR Administrator to join our support team. This is a key role supporting recruitment, safeguarding compliance, HR systems, payroll coordination, and staff administration across the full employee lifecycle. The Role: HR Administrator (Education Sector) Working closely with the Bursar, Principal and Senior Leadership Team, you will provide a professional and efficient HR service, ensuring all staffing processes are accurately managed and fully compliant. This role is ideal for candidates with experience as a School HR Administrator, HR Officer, HR Assistant, or Recruitment Administrator within an education or public sector environment. Key Responsibilities Recruitment & Onboarding • Manage end-to-end recruitment processes (advertising, shortlisting, interviews, offers) • Prepare interview packs, documentation and scoring materials • Carry out safeguarding checks including Access NI, references, right to work and qualifications • Issue contracts and coordinate onboarding and induction processes • Liaise with payroll on new starter information • Maintain accurate recruitment records and HR filing systems HR Administration & Systems • Act as first point of contact for HR queries • Maintain HR systems (SIMS or equivalent) and personnel records • Update contracts, job descriptions and staff handbook • Complete statutory HR returns and workforce reporting • Administer staff benefits and ensure GDPR compliance Attendance & Employee Lifecycle • Monitor staff attendance, absence and leave records • Support return-to-work processes and absence management • Administer maternity, paternity and other leave schemes • Manage leavers, exits and system access removal • Ensure payroll is updated with all contractual changes Performance, Training & Compliance • Support annual staff reviews and PRSD processes • Maintain CPD and mandatory training records (Safeguarding, GDPR, Fire Safety) • Assist with HR casework including absence, discipline, grievance and performance matters Assist with administration and development of school’s HR Policies • Support safeguarding compliance and HR policy implementation across the school About You • Experience in HR administration • Strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail• Excellent Communication skills • Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information professionally • Knowledge of recruitment processes, HR systems and payroll coordination • Understanding of safeguarding and GDPR compliance • CIPD qualification (or working towards) desirable Why Join Us? • Work in a respected and high-performing grammar school • Supportive leadership and collaborative working environment • Opportunity to develop HR expertise in the education sector • Continuous professional development opportunities Apply Now Closing Date: 13th May 2026, 12:00 pm Additional relevant skills: HR Administrator, School HR Administrator, HR Officer Education, HR Assistant School, Recruitment Administrator, HR Coordinator, Education HR Officer, Bursar Office HR, HR & Payroll Administrator, Safeguarding Administrator