Job Description

School HR Assistant - Outwood Academy Carlton

Working Hours: 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Contract: Full time, permanent

Salary: 28,598 - 29,540 - SCP 12-14

A message from the Principal:

As Principal, I am thrilled at the prospect of introducing you to Outwood Academy Carlton, a proud member of the Outwood Grange Academies Trust, serving the community of Royston, Carlton and its surrounding areas. Our core purpose, to 'Continually and repeatedly grow, well-informed, 'good' human beings who are armed with the character, skill, emotional intelligence and qualifications to be personally, occupationally and/or professionally successful people,' is at the heart of everything we do. This aligns seamlessly with the Trust's vision of 'students first, raising standards and transforming lives,' ensuring that every student has the opportunity to thrive.

I am immensely proud that our students possess a strong moral code and behave well in and outside of lessons and they actively contribute to the wider community. Our students display an in-depth understanding of protected characteristics and understand the importance of fundamental British values. As an advocate of research informed pedagogical practice I am passionate about our 5 pillars of learning. Equally, I am proud of how we explicitly teach behaviours through our personal development curriculum and our positive discipline for learning and life practices. This allows all students to understand how to be safe, be responsible, be respectful and be extraordinary in the 21st century. The unwavering dedication of our staff, who know the needs of students and respond accordingly are pivotal in delivering this holistic education.

We are seeking prospective colleagues who share our passion for developing well-rounded individuals and align with our core purpose. I look forward to welcoming you into our academy.

Mr Paul Taylor

About the role:

We are currently seeking a professional, confident individual to join the academy as a HR Assistant. We welcome applications from individuals who are highly organised, dedicated, approachable, flexible and who displays excellent communication and organisation skills.


The role requires working at pace and the ability to prioritise and work well under pressure and with competing demands and deadlines. The successful candidate will have exceptional administrative skills and relevant experience of working within an HR / Payroll environment. Supporting the Business Manager and wider academy in all aspects of HR, payroll and recruitment, you will be responsible for administering the payroll functions as well as day to day enquiries in regards to HR processes, payroll and recruitment matters.


In addition, you will be responsible for monitoring and recording staff absence, organising and minute taking at meetings and administering the full recruitment process including pre-employment checks for all new staff and processing daily vetting checks for supply staff.



Outwood Grange Academies Trust provides a high-quality learning and cultural environment that inspires and motivates children. Whether you are ambitious for progression, or determined to be an outstanding member of our support team, Outwood Academy Carlton is the place for you.


We promote a culture of high expectation and we foster a highly positive environment of respect, recognition and mutual support. We promote equality and value the diversity. All staff roles contribute to this ethos.


You will be joining a highly regarded Trust that prides itself on a strong shared vision, innovative practice and effective organisation. We guarantee every member of staff CPD and development opportunities and various routes for career progression within the Trust.


Outwood Grange Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare


of children. All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children.


If you have any questions or would like to discuss the regarding the role, please contact Annette Martin-Meigh, Business Manager, directly by email -


a.martin-meigh@carlton.outwood.com or via telephone on 01226 721174.

Closing Date: 27 November 2025 at midday