HR & Staffing Administrator – Large Multi-Form Entry Primary School – Liverpool

A thriving three-form entry primary school in Liverpool is seeking a professional and organised HR & Staffing Administrator to join its senior operations team. Serving a diverse and growing community, the school has a strong reputation for high expectations, structured leadership and a warm, inclusive culture. With over 600 pupils and a large staff body, the school requires a dedicated HR professional to ensure that recruitment, compliance and staffing processes are managed efficiently and in line with safeguarding and statutory requirements. The Role As HR & Staffing Administrator, you will work closely with the Headteacher and School Business Manager to coordinate all aspects of staff administration. This is a highly responsible position that requires confidentiality, strong organisational skills and a clear understanding of safer recruitment and safeguarding legislation. Key responsibilities include: • Coordinating recruitment processes from advertisement to appointment • Managing pre-employment checks, DBS clearance and single central record updates • Maintaining accurate personnel files and compliance documentation • Supporting induction processes for new staff • Monitoring absence records and supporting return-to-work processes • Drafting contracts, variation letters and HR correspondence • Liaising with payroll providers to ensure accurate staff payments • Producing staffing reports for governors and senior leaders The School Environment The school operates from a modernised site with dedicated leadership and administrative offices. There is a strong emphasis on clear systems, safeguarding rigour and professional standards. The leadership team is visible and collaborative, and support staff are highly valued within the school structure. Despite being a large primary setting, the culture is supportive and well-organised, with defined responsibilities and clear processes. Who We’re Looking For • Experience in HR or school staffing administration • Strong knowledge of safer recruitment and safeguarding compliance • High level of discretion and confidentiality • Excellent organisational and record-keeping skills • Confidence using HR systems and school MIS platforms • Professional communication skills Why Join This School? • Well-led and highly regarded primary school • Structured systems and strong safeguarding culture • Opportunity to play a central role in staffing and compliance • Competitive local authority salary • Stable and supportive working environment This role would suit an experienced administrator who understands the importance of compliance, organisation and professionalism within a busy school environment. If you are ready to take on a key operational HR role within a respected Liverpool primary school, we would welcome your CV.