Employer: Carmarthenshire County Council
Job Title: Human Resources Administrator
Location: Carmarthen, Wales, United Kingdom
Salary: £14.25 – £14.70 per hour
Contract Type: Permanent Term Time Only
Closing Date: 11/10/2026, 23:55
Come and Join Carmarthenshire County Council Team
Carmarthenshire County Council is seeking to appoint a highly organised, professional and motivated Human Resources Administrator to provide effective administrative support to the school’s HR function.
This is an exciting opportunity for an individual with excellent organisational skills, strong attention to detail and a professional and confidential approach to join the thriving school community. The successful candidate will support the day-to-day administration of HR processes and work closely with colleagues across the school.
The role is offered on a 22-hour per week, term-time contract. Carmarthenshire County Council is happy to offer flexibility around the working pattern, and will consider how the hours can best be arranged to suit both the needs of the school and the successful candidate.
Due to the nature of the role and the seasonal demands of school-based HR administration, some work may need to be undertaken during the school holiday period, including the summer holidays, to support increased workloads and peak periods of activity. The successful candidate may therefore be required to work during the summer period, with appropriate flexibility around the overall working pattern.
The successful candidate will be approachable, reliable and able to manage confidential information with discretion. They will have the ability to prioritise their workload, meet deadlines and communicate effectively with staff at all levels.
Carmarthen, a vibrant market town nestled on the edge of the picturesque Towy Valley, is home to a pioneering comprehensive school that embodies the spirit of ‘Caring, Learning, Leading’. The school is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where all pupils can thrive academically, personally and socially.
If you are enthusiastic, well organised and keen to make a positive contribution to a busy and successful school community, Carmarthenshire County Council would be delighted to hear from you.
Further Information
For further information, or to arrange a visit to the school, please contact:
Nigel Cooke, School Business Manager
Email: nigel.cooke@qehs.carms.sch.uk
Job Description
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DBS Level
An Enhanced with Barred List Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be requested for this job. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children or adults at risk
Welsh Language Level – Verbal
Level 1 – You will need a basic knowledge of Welsh. Reasonable support can be provided on appointment to reach this level..
The Rewards
Carmarthenshire County Council is proud to offer a range of benefits to staff. Please note that the examples shown are just some of what may be available, and eligibility can vary depending on your role or contract type. For instance, certain benefits may not apply to casual workers.
- Competitive salary
- Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Generous annual leave entitlement with the option of purchasing addition annual leave
- Access to staff health and wellbeing support
- Personal development and career progression
- Staff discount schemes and other benefits e.g., cycle-to-work scheme
- Flexible working and family friendly policies
Anonymous Recruitment
Carmarthenshire County Council adopt an ‘anonymous recruitment’ approach to shortlisting. Recruiting managers will not have access to personal information, including your name and contact details, until a shortlisting decision has been made.
Carmarthenshire County Council are committed to recruiting, retaining, and developing a workforce that reflects the communities they serve. Sharing your equality monitoring data allows Carmarthenshire County Council to assess the impact of the recruitment and employment policies and practices and gives the opportunity to improve them where possible. Equality monitoring information is not accessible by recruiting managers at any stage.
Additional Information
Carmarthenshire County Council are committed to safe and fair recruitment, safeguarding, and protecting those Carmarthenshire County Council care for and serve. Carmarthenshire County Council make sure all staff are vetted, selected, trained, and supervised fairly and to a high standard so that they can provide safe, effective, and compassionate care.
Please note, Carmarthenshire County Council have a legal obligation to consider employees for suitable alternative employment if their posts are at risk; prior consideration will be given to existing employees who meet the essential criteria and are registered on the redeployment pool.
Right to Work Eligibility
Every employer in the UK must carry out a Right to Work check before a new employee starts work. This is a legal requirement under the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006 and applies to every worker, regardless of nationality.
All applicants will be asked about their nationality and whether they are legally allowed to work in the United Kingdom. This is to confirm whether you are eligible to apply for the vacancy and to work for the Council or its partner organisations.
Carmarthenshire County Council holds a valid sponsorship licence. However, applicants who require sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route must meet all eligibility criteria set out by the UK Government under the points-based immigration system. Before submitting an application, you should check whether the role meets the eligibility criteria in the UK Government guidance: Skilled Worker visa: Overview – GOV.UK. Please note: If you do not meet the eligibility criteria, your application will not progress. If it becomes clear at a later stage that you are not eligible to apply, your application may be withdrawn, or any offer of employment may be retracted.
How to Apply
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