HR Administrator

Location: North Sydney

Salary: $85-90k+ super

Contract: Full Time, permanent role

About the Role

We are delighted to be working in partnership with a prestigious independent school to recruit an organised, personable, and proactive HR Administrator. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-respected educational institution, known for its warm community feel and commitment to excellence.

The HR Administrator will play a crucial role in supporting all aspects of the employee lifecycle, helping to ensure the smooth running of the school's day-to-day HR operations. This position is ideal for someone who has a strong administrative background and a genuine interest in education and people support. Understanding and ability to handle complex HR and Payroll systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain and update staff records and the school's HR database with accuracy and confidentiality
• Assist with safer recruitment processes, including advertising roles, DBS checks, interview coordination, and onboarding
• Draft contracts, offer letters, and other staff correspondence
• Act as a first point of contact for HR-related queries from academic and support staff
• Support payroll input and benefits administration in conjunction with the Bursary/Finance team
• Ensure compliance with safer recruitment and safeguarding policies in line with ISI regulations
• Support with training administration, staff induction, and appraisals

About You

• Previous experience in an HR or administrative role, ideally within a school or education setting
• Excellent attention to detail and a high level of discretion
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to juggle multiple priorities
• Confident communicator with a proactive, can-do attitude
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with HRIS systems a plus
• Knowledge of safer recruitment and safeguarding compliance is highly desirable
• CIPD qualification (or working towards) is advantageous but not essential

What's On Offer

• A welcoming and collaborative school environment
• Opportunities for professional development
• Beautiful school grounds and facilities
• Competitive salary

How to Apply

If you are an experienced administrator with a passion for education and a desire to make a real impact in a school community, we'd love to hear from you.

Please send your CV and a short covering note to