Location
London, W12 7TF with hybrid working: 3 days in the office and 2 days at home. Based in Ed City - London or Lift New Rickstones in Essex.

Hours
30 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year (29.6 hours is also an option) with a flexible working pattern. Hours can be spread across 4 or 5 days depending on personal preference. Part-time options available from a minimum of 16 hours per week.

Salary
£28,624 - £29,572 per annum plus wellbeing cash plan, pension scheme (LGPS), and additional Lift Schools benefits.

Contract
Fixed term until August 2026.

About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HR Coordinator (ITT Onboarding) to join our Central Team. This pivotal role ensures Lift Schools meets all statutory and regulatory requirements relating to safer recruitment, employment compliance, and Initial Teacher Training (ITT) processes. You will lead pre-employment checks, safeguarding compliance, and onboarding for ITT trainees, maintaining rigorous standards and robust systems to keep safeguarding at the heart of all we do. This role suits someone who thrives on precision, values compliance excellence, and understands the importance of accuracy to protect and support our schools and trainees. You will coordinate onboarding, manage compliance processes, develop and deliver training, and act as the first point of contact for ITT compliance queries.

Key Responsibilities
- Lead compliance for employment checks ensuring full adherence to Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).
- Oversee DBS, right to work, reference, and medical clearances for all staff and trainees.
- Ensure employment contracts, offer letters, and variation letters are accurate, compliant, and issued on time.
- Maintain robust and auditable compliance records and produce regular reports for senior leaders.
- Manage ITT compliance processes in line with regulatory requirements.
- Coordinate onboarding for new ITT trainees to ensure a smooth, compliant, and welcoming experience.
- Develop and deliver training on compliance and onboarding procedures.
- Provide expert advice and guidance as the first point of contact for ITT compliance queries.

About Lift Schools
Lift Schools is a diverse and inclusive network of 57 schools committed to providing excellent education to every child, every day. We empower our team to do their best work, supported by outstanding leadership. We offer career development, comprehensive training programs, generous benefits, and lifestyle perks including discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and electric vehicle incentives. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Experience
- Experience in a compliance, administration, HR, ITT, or safeguarding role is essential.
- Knowledge of DBS and right to work checks and processes is desirable.
- Experience working within education or ITT compliance is advantageous.
- Familiarity with Google Workspace is desirable.

About You
You combine exceptional attention to detail with a strong sense of integrity and purpose. You take ownership of your work, meet deadlines, and understand the importance of compliance in safeguarding children and maintaining organisational trust. You are proactive, self-motivated, resilient, and committed to safeguarding and equality. We welcome applications from both experienced professionals and those seeking entry-level roles within HR or compliance.

Qualifications
GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4 / C or equivalent) are required.