HR Administrator


Company:	Swale Academies Trust
Salary:	£20,526 to £21,388 a year, pro rata
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Sittingbourne, ME10 1JS
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	11 Sept 2026
Closing date:	25 Sept 2026

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Summary

● Swale Central Support Services

● £25,316 - £26,378 FTE (£20,526 - £21,388 pro rata) per annum

● Part time; 30 hours per week (4 days)

● Start: October/November 2026

● Interview Date: 8th October 2026

Swale Academies Trust has an opportunity to appoint an enthusiastic and capable HR Administrator to provide effective administrative and operational support across our academies.

As a primary point of contact for Headteachers and staff, the successful candidate will manage varied HR, payroll, and contractual processes to strict deadlines.

This is a challenging but rewarding role, encompassing a range of duties, including:

• Administration of new starter procedures, contracts, and offboarding formalities.

• Liaison with ICT, Recruitment, Headteachers, and external payroll provider.

• Administration of pay, leave, and pension updates.

• Note-taking duties

• Maintenance of accurate personnel records in compliance with GDPR and safeguarding regulations.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Swale Academies Trust. In return, we offer a stimulating, supporting, and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.

Join us to benefit from:

● Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution

● Enhanced Maternity Pay

● Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme

● Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive

● Access to training and development

● On-site Parking

● Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants

● Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice

● Cycle to Work scheme

We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.

Ready to join us?

If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact Joshua Holland, Recruitment Officer (joshua.holland@swale.at) or via 01795 905989.

Applications should be made via UK Teach or by submitting a SAT Application Form to recruitment@swale.at. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.

If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at or 01795 905989.

We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.

In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.

Applications will be considered upon being received. Interviews may take place prior to the closing date.

Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure

Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.

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