SEN School HR and Recruitment Assistant (Part-Time)

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• Application-Form

If you feel as though you have the right qualities to join our team, please complete an application form, available to download attached, or via our website https://abbeyschool.com/recruitment/

Please complete the application form fully and send this to recruitment@abbeyschool.com with a covering letter addressed to the Principal, Dr. Lee. Alternatively, application forms can be sent by post to 12 Abbey Square, Chester, CH1 2HU.

Are you organised, people-focused, and ready to make a real impact in a thriving school environment? We’re looking for a proactive and detail-oriented HR and Recruitment Assistant to join our friendly Business Support Team. In this part-time, term-time only role, you’ll play a key part in supporting the smooth running of our HR and recruitment operations — helping us find, welcome, and support the incredible staff who make our school thrive. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a meaningful mission while enjoying flexibility, and a supportive, collaborative work environment.

Start date: as soon as possible

Hours: 15 hours/week, term-time only (flexible across 2–3 days, between 08:00–17:00)
Salary: Point 14–20 (£25,694 – £29,363 FTE)

What You’ll Be Doing:

Recruitment Support

• Assist candidate vetting, interviews, and onboarding
• Ensure safer recruitment practices and pre-employment checks are completed
• Coordinate logistics for new hire induction

HR Administration

• Maintain accurate employee records and data
• Support training, wellbeing initiatives, and internal communications
• Assist with probation reviews, sickness tracking, and return-to-work processes

For further information please download the recruitment pack which contains a detailed job description and person specification.

What We’re Looking For:

• A proactive and organised team player
• Strong communication and IT skills
• Passion for supporting staff and improving processes
• Experience working in a busy office and completing administrative duties to deadlines

For more information please contact - office@abbeyschool.com