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Westminster School is seeking a proactive and organised Recruitment & Onboarding Assistant to join its busy People team, supporting recruitment and onboarding across both Westminster School and Westminster Under School. This is an exciting opportunity for experienced administrative professionals looking to gain hands-on experience in HR and recruitment at one of London’s most prestigious schools. The role involves managing the full recruitment lifecycle for teaching and support staff, coordinating interviews, handling candidate queries, maintaining records, and ensuring a smooth onboarding process. In addition, the successful candidate will assist with HR administration, data management, reporting, and learning and development initiatives. The ideal candidate will have excellent organisational skills, a strong eye for detail, and the confidence to communicate effectively with colleagues, candidates, and new starters. While prior HR or recruitment experience is desirable, it is not required; this role offers an excellent opportunity for administrative professionals looking to gain practical experience in HR and recruitment. Working at Westminster Westminster School is a busy, purposeful and vibrant place to be and an excellent workplace. The School is friendly and welcoming, and all newcomers quickly become part of the rhythm of life here. We also offer the following benefits: · Free school meals when on-site · 25 days paid holiday, as well as a discretionary Christmas shutdown period · Generous School pension scheme · Free access to the School’s leisure facilities, including a fitness gym (restricted hours). · Cycle to Work Scheme and season ticket loans following completion of our standard probation period · Private medical insurance (opt in). How to apply For further information and to apply, please click the apply button. The deadline for applications is midday on Monday 5th January 2026. Interviews will take place in-person shortly after the closing date. We are an equal opportunities employer. We therefore encourage candidates to apply irrespective of age, disability, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion and belief, gender identity, sex or sexual orientation. The School is a Registered Charity (no 312728).