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Trust HR Assistant

Salary: NJC SCP 11—17 £28,142—£31,022
Contract Type: Full time—37 hours per week
Contract Term: Permanent
Location: Palacefields Primary School, Runcorn, WA7 2QW
Application closing date: 4th September 2026
Shortlisting Date: 7th September 2026
Interview Date: W/E 11th September 2026

The Heath Family Trust is a dynamic and growing multi-academy trust dedicated to delivering excellent education and making a positive impact in our communities. With a commitment to fostering an inclusive, supportive, and high-performance culture, we strive to create an environment where both students and staff can thrive and flourish. We are now looking for an enthusiastic and detail-oriented HR Assistant to join our HR team and support our schools across the Trust. 

As a HR Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the HR function within our Trust, helping to ensure a seamless experience for all staff. You will be involved in a variety of HR tasks, from recruitment and onboarding to managing HR Administration/Records, payroll assistance and supporting employees with a new HR management platform. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for HR who wants to develop their skills in a fast-paced and supportive environment.

We are looking for an organized, proactive and value driven individual with a genuine interest in HR and education. The ideal candidate will be a strong communicator, both verbally and written, a quick learner, and able to handle confidential information with the highest integrity.

You will have previously worked in a HR administration role and be qualified or working towards a CIPD qualification. If you are a motivated, detail orientated individual looking to build a career in HR, we would be delighted to hear from you. 

How to Apply

Applicants must have relevant qualifications and experience related to this role, please ensure that you meet the person specification before applying.

We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and references. The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

We ask that you do not send CVs. Please email your completed application to recruitment@theheathfamily.org.uk