Job Ref No. ECC0-645S Position Type: Administration Pay Range: Starting Salary £26,371 per annum
Position Start Date: Immediate Contract Type: Full-time Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 12/04/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: TBC  

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HR Administrator

Starting Salary £26,371 per annum

Located in Harlow

Full time (37 hours per week)

Permanent

Would you like the opportunity to develop your HR generalist career working in an extremely busy and fast paced HR team at Harlow College?

What we are looking for

We are currently looking for an experienced Administrator to join our busy team. Focusing on all aspects of HR administration including sickness management, contract administration and staff recruitment You will be working as a part of the HR team dealing with a wide range of queries concerning all aspects of the employment life cycle.

The ideal candidate will be punctual, confident, highly organised, and able to work effectively under pressure to meet tight deadlines. You should be comfortable using digital HR systems and committed to maintaining accuracy and compliance in all employee data. While HR experience is advantageous, it is not essential, the key focus of this role is strong administration. If you excel at staying organised and enjoy a challenge, we'd love to hear from you!

What we can offer

Aside from joining a fantastic HR team, we have an excellent benefits package including 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays, an additional day's leave on your birthday, Local Government Pension Scheme with a significant contribution made by the College upon you signing up to the scheme, and many more!

To apply

click on the link below, or copy and paste the URL in to your browser of choice.

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Please do not apply directly throughEssex Schools Jobs as your application may not be progressed.

If you like the sound of this vacancy, don't waste a moment. We sometimes close adverts early if there is a high response, so apply now!

We are NOT currently accepting CV's from agencies at this time.

Still unsure if this is the right role for you? Contact Natalie on 01279 868 076 or Sally on 01279 868 031 for an informal discussion.

Closing date for applications is 12th April 2026 23:59

This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.

Information about the school

Contact Information

Louise McFarland
Velizy Avenue, Harlow
Essex, CM20 3EZ
Telephone: 01279 868 033
Email: recruitmenthc@harlow-college.ac.uk

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