HR Admin Officer - Kelford School

Nexus Multi Academy Trust; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational trust in Rotherham is seeking a HR Admin Officer to provide essential administrative support to the HR function. This full-time role offers the chance to be part of a dedicated team focused on delivering high-quality HR assistance in a school environment. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, flexible, and passionate about supporting both the staff and students. With a salary range of £21,613 to £28,142 and additional benefits, this position is a great opportunity for motivated individuals looking to advance their careers in education.

Benefits

Access to free wellbeing support resources

Professional development and training opportunities

Discount schemes with retailers and services

Qualifications

• Must be highly motivated and enthusiastic.
• Experience in HR or administration is preferred.
• Possess strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure all HR functions are covered in a timely manner.
• Support the HR team with various administrative tasks.
• Provide high-quality HR support and assistance.

Skills

HR Support

Attention to detail

Communication

Flexibility

Job description

Join the Nexus team as a HR Admin Officer - Kelford School

Position: HR Admin Officer

Hours and Salary: 35 hours per week, NJC 7-11 £26,403 - £28,142. Actual Salary £21,613

School and Location: Kelford School, Oakdale Road, Kimberworth, Rotherham S61 2NU

Contract type: Permanent, Term Time Only

Closing date: Friday 9th January 2026 at 9am

Shortlisting date: Friday 9th January 2026

Interview date: Tuesday 13th January 2026

About our School

Kelford School is a well-established passionately child-centred special school for children and young people with severe and complex needs. Kelford School serves 173 amazing children and young people from the who are very well-supported by a highly dedicated and hard-working team of professionals. Kelford has exceptionally strong partnerships with other schools within Nexus Multi Academy Trust.

At Kelford School, we believe in holistic support for children and families, with a focus on all aspects of a child’s life: their education, their health and their social needs; we are looking for a candidate who not only share our values, but who actively pursue their delivery.

About the Trust

This is an exciting opportunity to join an award winning Multi Academy Trust and be part of a welcoming and supportive team that serves amazing children and young people. Nexus Multi Academy Trust was founded in 2016, with 19 unique SEND and mainstream academies.

We are a growing, forward thinking and innovative Trust with a shared ethos, vision and values for a personalised child centred approach. We are committed and invested in “Learning together, to be the best we can be” and it is as relatable to every employee and partner of our Trust as it is to our children, young adults and their families.

We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated, enthusiastic, hardworking and flexible HR Admin Officer to join a team of dedicated staff who are committed to providing an excellent learning environment and become part of a successful team in a busy working environment.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for an individual who is passionate about delivering high quality HR Support.

You will play a key role in ensuring all elements of the HR function are covered and tasks completed in a timely manner.

What you can expect from us

Wellbeing – Pay – Careers and Training – Annual Leave and Flexibility

• Access to free wellbeing support resources including counselling, medical and legal advice and an option to top up to private healthcare via corporate membership of a healthcare plan.
• Access to discount schemes for savings with high street retailers, restaurants, activities and lifestyle services
• Auto enrolment into a leading pension scheme with Teachers Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to extensive and tailored career pathways, CPD programmes, training and coaching giving you the opportunity to grow and develop your career
• An Induction package to help you settle in and approach your role with confidence and enthusiasm
• The ability to contribute to and share quality practice with other professional TAs, Teachers and the wider team
• Internal opportunities across the Trust academies and to work with specialised leaders in education on nationally recognised projects
• Flexible working policies
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Annual leave increases based on length of service plus bank holidays for support staff

To apply

If you're interested in this role and wish to apply, please visit the Nexus MAT website to download an application form. You'll find it under the Joining Us – Careers section, where the position is listed

All candidates are advised to refer to the job profile before making an application.

In line with safer recruitment practices and Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), curriculum vitae (CV’s) will only be accepted alongside a full application form.

We reserve the right to close this advertisement early should we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Further information

For an informal and confidential conversation about the role, please contact Sarah Mulhall on [e-mail]

Nexus Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Safer recruitment practice and pre-employment checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

This post involves working with children and young people. If successful you will be required to apply for a disclosure of criminal records check at an enhanced level and a barred list check. Further information about the Disclosure and Barring Service and can be found at www.govclosure-barring-service-check.

We are an equal opportunities employer committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce.