HR Coordinator - Midlands

Lift Schools, London, W12 7TF

14 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  February 2026

• Closing date

  2 February 2026 at 8:30am

• Date listed

  19 January 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Administration, HR, data and finance
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £28500 - £32300 per annum

HR Coordinator - Midlands job summary

£28,500 - £32,300 + wellbeing cash plan + pension scheme (LGPS) + additional Lift Schools benefits

Permanent, Full Time

37 hours per week, 52.14 weeks per year

February 2026 Start

Hybrid working 2 days remote and 3 days office based at Greenwood Academy, Farnborough Road, Castle Vale, Birmingham B35 7NL. (Planned relocation to Lift Tamworth, Tamworth B77 2NE in 2026)

Do you want to do HR differently?

At Lift Schools, we don't just elevate our people, we empower them to provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day.

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented HR Coordinator to join our collaborative Midlands regional team.This is a varied and rewarding role, providing day-to-day HR and recruitment support to 12 schools across the Midlands, including schools in Birmingham, Tamworth, Burton Upon Trent, Milton Keynes and Loughborough.

What's in it for you?

* Professional Development: We will fund and support a CIPD Apprenticeship, giving you a clear pathway for career progression.
* A Modern Workplace: We are a "Google" employer, embracing AI and the latest tech to make your workflow smarter, not harder.
* True Flexibility: Enjoy a hybrid working model that balances the convenience of home with the collaboration of the office.
* Regional Variety: No two days are the same. You will have the opportunity to visit our diverse school sites and see the impact of your work first hand.

You will bring:

* GCSE Maths and English (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent
* Experience working in HR and/or payroll administration
* Confidence using HR Management Systems and digital tools
* Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
* A commitment to safeguarding and to Lift Schools' mission and values

If you wish to find out more about this role, please contact the Midlands HR Business Partner, Penny Needham by emailing us. Apply now and start your journey towards a successful, fulfilling career! Applications will be reviewed upon receipt so early applications are strongly encouraged.

Closing date: 1st February 2026

Who is Lift Schools?

We're a diverse and inclusive network of schools with one clear mission; to provide an excellent education to every child - in every classroom, every day. And we do this across each of our 58 schools. As with our students, we want our team to be empowered to do their best work, supported by the best leadership they've ever had.

We acknowledge and appreciate the exceptional efforts of everyone here in making this an incredible organisation.

We offer you:

* Comprehensive training: Access a wide range of developmental training to boost your career.
* Generous benefits: From your pension plan to healthcare and financial support, we've got you covered.
* Lifestyle perks: Enjoy discounted gym memberships, travel deals, and even electric vehicle incentives.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response. All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application.

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Lift Schools embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Job share, part-time and flexible working opportunities will be considered.

We are a Disability Confident Employer and there is a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Lift Schools are committed to ensuring the highest levels of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our pupils, and we expect all our people and volunteers to share this commitment. We adopt a fair and consistent recruitment process which is inline with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. This includes online checks for shortlisted candidates. All offers of employment are subject to an Enhanced DBS check, references, and where applicable, a prohibition from teaching check.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Lift Schools

• Type: Multi-academy trust
• Website: Lift Schools website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/academies-enterprise-trust

Who is Lift Schools?

Lift Schools is made up of 57 primary, secondary and special schools, educating more than 33,000 pupils across the country. We believe education can transform lives – and we want every child in our schools to achieve their full potential.

Our mission:

1.We will provide an excellent education to every child, in every classroom, every day.
2.With excellent leadership and teaching in every school, we will help children go on to lead successful and happy lives.
3.We will work with others beyond our network to benefit more children and communities.

Every adult in a school has the power to transform lives, and that’s why talented people are essential to us. Our ambition to give every pupil the best start in life relies on our dedicated teachers, teaching assistants, senior leaders, and admin teams. We attract dynamic individuals and provide the space to reimagine what’s possible.

That’s why your career is as important to us as it is to you. We want you to develop, we want you to grow, and we want you to feel valued.

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