HR Assistant  – Burgess Hill SEMH School

HR Assistant  – Burgess Hill SEMH SchoolBurgess Hill, West Sussex Start: ASAPType: Full-Time, Temp to Perm, Term Time OnlyPay: £110 per dayHours: Monday–Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm We are seeking a highly skilled and qualified HR Assistant (Level 6) to join a specialist SEMH school in Burgess Hill. This full-time, temp-to-perm, term-time-only role provides strategic, complex HR support and advice, manages compliance, supports employee relations, and handles internal recruitment processes. This is a senior-level HR role, requiring advanced knowledge of HR functions and the ability to contribute to the school’s strategic objectives. Key Responsibilities: Providing complex, strategic HR advice to school leadership on a wide range of employee relations matters Managing HR compliance, policies, and procedures to ensure adherence to employment law Supporting workforce planning, organisational design, and talent management initiatives Handling internal communications regarding HR matters, recruitment checks, and staff onboarding processes Managing HR systems, reporting, and data analysis Contributing to HR projects and initiatives that support organisational strategy Maintaining accurate HR records and assisting with audits The Ideal Candidate Will Have: Level 6 qualification in HR (e.g., Level 6 Diploma/Certificate in HR Management, Degree Apprenticeship, or equivalent) Strong knowledge of employment law, HR best practices, and employee relations Experience managing complex HR processes and systems Experience in internal recruitment processes, staff checks, and onboarding Ability to influence HR policy and support strategic decision-making Excellent communication, organisational, and analytical skills Experience working in a professional HR environment at a senior level What the Role Offers: Full-time, term-time-only, temp-to-perm position Competitive daily rate of £110 per day Opportunity to work in a strategic HR role within a supportive school environment Exposure to complex HR projects, employee relations, and recruitment processes A rewarding role contributing to the school’s growth and staff wellbeing How to ApplyIf you are an experienced, strategic HR professional with a Level 6 qualification, we would love to hear from you. Important NoticeTo apply for this position, you must have the right to work in the UK or hold a valid work visa. At Pink Tile Education, safeguarding, quality and integrity are at the heart of what we do. All applicants must: Provide suitable references for pre-employment checks Hold an enhanced DBS on the Children’s Workforce (or Children’s & Adults’) update service, or be willing to obtain one Pay includes 12.07% holiday pay. We aim to respond to all applications within three working days. Due to high application volumes, individual feedback may not be possible for unsuccessful applicants.