People Team Assistant (DST078BC)

Job title:

People Team Assistant (DST078BC)

Company:

Discovery Schools Academies Trust Ltd

Job description

People Team AssistantDiscovery Schools Academies Trust LtdThe role will be based at NSPCC Training Centre, 3 Gilmour Close, Leicester, LE4 1EZGrade 5 Pay Point 7-8 (£24,407 – £24,794)37 hours per week, 38 weeks per year (term time only)Monday to Friday, 08:00-16:00Hybrid working – NSPCC Training Centre/Schools/HomeDiscovery Schools Academies Trust Ltd is looking to appoint an enthusiastic People Team Assistant to provide administrative support across a full range of HR-related work. This role assists with the day-to-day operations of the Human Resources function. It is a hybrid position, offering the flexibility to work from home, with IT equipment provided by the Trust once the necessary training is completed.Why choose Discovery Schools Academies Trust Ltd?It is our mission to provide our pupils with a stimulating and engaging curriculum in a safe and secure environment. We believe that emotional wellbeing is essential in developing positive behaviour and academic success. We value and respect all individuals and our ethos gives our community the confidence to achieve their full potential and to be the best that they can be, and in doing so make a positive contribution to society.Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assisting the HR Manager, issue offer letters, contracts of employment and letters of variation in accordance with Discovery Schools Academy Trust processes and procedures.
• Prepare paperwork to instruct the payroll provider of relevant changes i.e. new starters, leavers and other salary adjustments, within the specified payroll deadlines using established procedures.
• Assisting with the processes for the recruitment of colleagues across the trust including the advertising of posts, monitoring and responding to queries, assisting with the selection processes as part of the Trust recruitment procedure.
• Prepare paperwork to instruct the payroll provider of relevant changes i.e. new starters, leavers and other salary adjustments, within the specified payroll deadlines using established procedures.
• Providing regular information to assist in the management of HR processes i.e. pay increments due, expiry of fixed term contracts, sickness certificates and fit notes required or overdue.
• To carry out new starter / leaver processes including the collection and recording of essential documentation in accordance with Trust policy and procedure.
• Administering pre-employment checks in accordance with safer recruitment guidelines.
• To maintain checklists and obtain outstanding documentation required in connection with employment matters.
• Issuing appropriate paperwork to enable line managers to conduct probation and induction processes.
• Maintaining the Single Central Record in respect of all centrally based staff, Board members, Trustees and Directors, SCITT students, volunteers and visitors/contractors to the Trust.

We are looking for someone who has:

• Business administration experience of at least 1 year ideally gained from working in a HR department.
• Excellent Standard of Education with minimum GCSE grade C in both English and Math. Level 3 qualification in subject related to the post.
• Use of ICT applications relevant to the post, i.e. Word, Excel, Access, Power Point, Publisher.
• Understanding of the importance of confidentiality and an appreciation of the implications of the Data Protection Act.
• Knowledge of Child Safeguarding and Child Protection procedures.
• Accuracy in recording and inputting information into HR systems
• Excellent interpersonal skills – able to deal with a variety of people, sensitively, emphatically and, when necessary, assertively.

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification attached to support with your application.What we offer:

• Flexible working options
• Support for continuous professional development in the role
• Opportunities to visit other organisations for professional learning
• Highly committed and motivated Team
• A role which has the opportunity to make a real difference whilst having fun
• Free car parking
• Annual incremental pay increases with the pay scale range
• A defined benefit pension scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme – EAP
• Employee self-service portal.
• Eyecare voucher scheme.
• Cycle to work scheme
• Retail discounts
• Dental support
• Gym discount
• Be an integral member of the team in a vibrant school
• Create an outstanding learning environment for the success of all of our children
• Play a significant part in continuing to develop our school
• Be part of a wider community of Discovery Schools Trust
• Excellent opportunities for personal and career development
• A established Central Services Team who support schools and wider colleagues

More about Discovery Schools TrustDiscovery Schools Trust is dedicated to improving learning and teaching by creating a culture that promotes excellence. The needs of all children are placed at the heart of all decision making regardless of the school they attend. Teaching and learning excellence are shared through learning networks, sharing of ideas and materials as well as leading practitioners between schools. Discovery has developed a school improvement system which focuses on improving outcomes for all children. It also places staff development, talent management and succession planning at the heart of achieving outstanding organisations.Please note that interviews for this position may be made earlier than the stated closing date if a suitable candidate is identified. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to submit their applications promptly. Early submission will not only ensure consideration for the position but also increase the likelihood of being invited for an interview. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to receiving your application.Safeguarding Statement: We are committed to safeguarding our pupils; therefore, the successful applicant will require an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) and references.While we acknowledge the advantages of AI in crafting personal statements for applications, we strongly encourage and expect applicants to personalise and tailor responses. Please note that the Trust may utilise AI checking solutions during the application review process and will be considered when shortlisting.

Expected salary

£24407 – 24794 per year

Location

Leicester

Job date

Sun, 08 Dec 2024 05:58:44 GMT

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