HR Assistant (Level 6) – Burgess Hill SEMH School
Burgess Hill, West Sussex

Start: ASAP
Type: Full-Time, Temp to Perm, Term Time Only
Pay: £110 per day
Hours: 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 Apply
If you are an experienced, strategic HR professional with a Level 6 qualification, we would love to hear from you.

Important Notice
To 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.