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Are you passionate about improving health and social care experiences? Join Picker as an Operations Process Administrator and play a key role in supporting programmes that make a real difference to people’s lives.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the smooth delivery of impactful projects across our Picker Programmes and Learning & Development teams. You’ll help ensure an excellent customer experience and support the development of efficient internal processes that underpin our work. We’re looking for someone who brings strong organisational skills and a proactive mindset. You’ll be comfortable working independently and collaboratively, with a keen eye for detail and a commitment to high-quality work.
Salary: £25,307 to £28,524 per annum, plus benefits
Contract period: Permanent
Job Type: Full time (37.5 hours)
Reporting to: Operations Process Manager
Team: Portfolio, Marketing and Communications
Location: Oxford / up to 100% remote working in line with Picker's Home and Remote Working Policy (must be based in the UK)
Closing Date: 3rd October 2025
Please note: We may close this advert early if we receive a high volume of applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible if you're interested.
In this Role
In this role you will:
- Support the successful delivery of programmes of work
- Maintain accurate and compliant project documentation in line with internal standards and external regulatory requirements
- Monitor programme progress and contribute to internal and external reporting activities
- Assist in building and quality assuring surveys within software packages
- Provide logistical and administrative support
- Create and maintain action plans, tracking progress to ensure timely updates and task completion
- Contribute to the creation, updating and maintenance of process documentation and templates
- Support the development and implementation of administrative processes and file/folder systems
- Liaise with team members and stakeholders to gather feedback and incorporate it into process improvements
- Assist with cross-functional initiatives and support the Operations Process Manager in delivering process improvements
About you
You will have:
- Experience in administrative process development and documentation management
- Experience of organising and maintaining accurate records
- Ability to confidently manage sensitive/confidential data
- Knowledge of project management principles and systems
- Experience of creating structured action plans and tracking progress
- Ability to work independently within set guidelines and proactively seek review and approval
- Excellent attention to detail and strong verbal and written communication skills
- A collaborative working style and ability to work with colleagues at all levels
- Proficient IT literacy, including Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams and Outlook
- Relevant experience gained through work or academic studies
This is a summary of the job description. Please review the full job description for further details.
About Picker Institute Europe
Picker is an Oxford-based charity with an international reputation as a key authority in the measurement and improvement of patient experience. Our mission is to make person-centred health and social care a reality for everyone.
We evaluate the areas of health and social care that matter most to people, producing actionable and insightful results to drive advances in standards. If you are passionate about putting people at the forefront of healthcare services, then Picker could be the place for you.
Working with us
Here at Picker, we believe in treating our people well; from excellent career opportunities to a positive, collaborative culture. We all work with a shared set of values that inspire us to achieve the biggest impact. We work to understand, measure and improve the areas of health and social care that matter most to people, producing actionable and insightful results to help providers deliver better care. If you are passionate about putting people at the forefront of health and care services, then Picker could be the place for you.
Working alongside colleagues who are experts in their field, you will be part of a team contributing to our vision ‘the highest quality person centred care for all, always’. You will contribute to our research with NHS Trusts and many high profile charities, such as The British Heart Foundation, Pancreatic Cancer UK and Mind.
To support you we offer a friendly, person centred working culture with many benefits including:
- Flexible and hybrid working opportunities, including flexible start and finish times
- Convenient Oxford location with free parking
- 25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 days, plus eight public holidays
- Option to buy or sell up to 5 days of annual leave
- Christmas office closure (currently an additional 3 1/2 days leave)
- Contributory company pension scheme (currently employer matching up to 8%)
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
- Free life assurance (currently 4 x salary)
- Tailored learning and development, including access to complete iHasco training library
- Health and wellbeing resources including an Employee Assistance Programme
- Employee loan scheme (rental deposits, UK work visas, season ticket, emergency)
- Regular calendar of social activities organised by a dedicated Social, Wellbeing and Employee Engagement team
The highest quality person centred care for all, always

The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
37.5 hours per week
Hybrid role - up to 1 day a week from home
Job Purpose
As a central part of the HR team, the HR Administrator helps keep everything running smoothly behind the scenes. Acting as the first friendly face for staff and managers, from supporting day-to-day administrative operations to partnering with HR Business Partners, the postholder helps create a positive, people-first experience across the organisation aligned with the Hospice’s values.
About Us
St Joseph’s Hospice was founded in 1905 by the Religious Sisters of Charity who retain an interest in the oversight of the Hospice. Our mission is to provide compassionate, specialist palliative care to people in the diverse community of East London who are living with life-limiting illness. The Hospice seeks to be an outstanding provider of palliative and end-of-life care. Each employee is critical to delivering and maintaining those standards in accordance with the Hospice’s core values.
Key Responsibilities
1. HR Team and Service Support
- Act as the first point of contact for all HR queries (phone, email, in person) escalating where necessary.
- Monitor shared and team inboxes, providing administrative support to the HR team.
- Build and maintain positive working relationships across the hospice.
- Support the HR Business Partners in all areas of HR delivery including policy updates and audit process.
- Coordinate, arrange and take minutes at key meetings.
- Manage stationery and stock supplies for the HR team.
2. Recruitment and Onboarding
- Draft and publish job adverts and vacancy packs to internal and external platforms.
- Assist hiring managers with shortlisting, interview scheduling, and candidate communications.
- Carry out all pre-employment checks, including references, DBS, right-to-work, and Occupational health.
- Prepare offer letters and contracts of employment.
- Add new starters to the HR System and order fobs and name badges.
- Organise and deliver new starter HR inductions.
3. HR Systems and Administration
- Maintain accurate personnel records in line with GDPR and hospice procedures.
- Manage key compliance tasks including DBS renewals, right-to-work checks, and professional registration monitoring.
- Report on HR metrics.
- Maintain the HR Portal and rota management system.
- Process payroll changes including starters, leavers, absences, contractual changes and other miscellaneous updates.
- Produce and issue routine HR communication (maternity, leaver, probation letters).
- Manage employee benefits and general employee administration queries.
- Track and support performance review and probation processes.
- Support managers with absence management administration, escalating complex matters to the HR Business Partners.
Further information about the role can be found in the Job Description.
To apply, please click the Apply button to visit our website.
Closing date: Wednesday 8th October 2025
Interview date: Thursday 16th October 2025
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This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
World Jewish Relief provides life-saving and life-changing action to people in crisis around the world. We work with our trusted local partners to help people survive the consequences of conflict and disaster, to thrive and rebuild their lives. We deliver programmes using our expertise, with urgency to achieve maximum and sustainable impact for those within and beyond our community.
We are seeking an experienced HR Officer to join our People & Culture team, providing professional HR support to managers and employees. You will ideally have experience of providing HR in a small to medium sized organisation with the ability to manage multiple priorities and work to deadlines. This is a great opportunity for someone who is looking for a challenging interim role.
You will be responsible for:
- Supporting with all areas of recruitment including agreeing job descriptions, drafting and posting job adverts and managing applications
- Conducting all necessary pre-employment checks
- Issuing offer letters, employment contracts and other correspondence
- Onboarding of new staff and arranging induction training
- Dealing with first-line queries on HR policies and procedures, pay and benefits
- Highlighting any people issues to the HR Advisor and Director of People & Culture
- Assisting in monthly payroll preparation, inputting instructions on payroll spreadsheet
- Monitoring probation review and performance review paperwork and chasing missing documentation as needed
- Updating HR system with joiners, leavers and other changes as required
You should have:
- Previous experience as HR Officer or Assistant, ideally in a small HR team in a charity or SME
- Thorough and up to date knowledge of employment legislation
- Knowledge of best practice in HR policies and procedures together with experience of finding practical solutions to people issues
- Recruitment & selection experience
- Experience of using an HR database
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to deliver good customer service
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Tact, discretion and experience of handling confidential information with sensitivity
- A self-starter, able to use initiative and work independently to overcome challenges
Benefits
We offer a range of benefits including:
- 23 days holiday plus bank holidays and Jewish holidays.
- Pension scheme – we contribute 5% to the World Jewish Relief pension scheme.
- Life Insurance – up to 3 times salary to nominated beneficiaries.
- Health Cash Plan – cash back to cover the costs of dental treatment, optical care, specialist consultations and a range of complementary therapies.
- Employee Assistance Programme – free, confidential advice or support with any personal or work. related concerns or free counselling if needed.
- Season ticket / travel to work loan.
- Cycle to Work Scheme.
- On Friday the office closes at 3pm.
- We encourage flexible working and offer a range of flexible working options
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
World Jewish Relief promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in our workplace. We invite and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds. We encourage applications from candidates of different ethnicities, socio-economic backgrounds, race, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation and of faith or none that meet the criteria set out for this role. You don’t need to be Jewish to work for us, but you must be committed to our faith-based values of Justice, Kindness, Repairing the World and Welcoming the Stranger. We are inspired by these values to work beyond our community, recognising the dignity and potential of all people.
To apply
Please send your CV and a covering letter (no more than two sides) highlighting how your skills and experience equip you for this role.
Interviews will be held on 6th October 2025
Bringing life-changing action to people in crisis around the world
To support the PA to the CEO and Office Administrator, by running efficient and effective systems for front office and office operations. To support the Head of HR and work closely with the HR Officer in HR Administration. To cover for PA duties to the CEO when the PA to the CEO and Office Administrator is not available. This support and coordination role will help the office as a whole to sustain high professional standards and effectiveness.
The Office & HR Assistant is responsible for: office administration (50%), HR, Health& Safety & security administration (40%), finance administration (5%) and IT administration (5%).
Office administration (50%)
• Answer the AKF UK main phone line and pass on messages to AKF (UK) employees as appropriate
• Open and process the post at the Aga Khan Centre and deliver to the relevant AKF (UK) employee
• Manage the “front office” email account and ensure emails are replied to or forwarded to the relevant AKF (UK) employee
• Support the greeting and receiving of AKF (UK) guests at AKC
• Book meeting rooms at AKC for colleagues and external partners and arrange catering as required
• Support AKF(UK) events, facilitate and support hosting of meetings and events for partners, including travel, visas, accommodation, and catering; this may require some out of office duties
• Manage the meeting schedule for All Staff Meetings and ensure that colleagues are confirmed for the presentation slots
• Support the management of the organisation’s travel agent
• Support the management of the organisation’s mobile phone provider
• Arrange couriers for AKF (UK) employees as required
• Collect and maintain a detailed inventory of office equipment, IT equipment (mobile phones, laptops, desktops etc) and supplies
• Maintain the equipment purchasing guide with input from the IT Department
• Support the management of GDPR data lists and data requests
• Keep the Administration Manual up to date at all times
HR, Health, safety & security administration (40%)
• Maintain a detailed contact list for all AKF (UK) employees and keep it up to date
• Keep the AKF (UK) Emergency WhatsApp group up to date and share emergency messages as required
• Support recruitment processes by placing job adverts internally and externally as directed by the Head of HR
• Preparing and sending out offer letters and contracts as directed by the Head of HR
• Support the onboarding process including sending reference requests and background check requests
• Arrange induction and logistical arrangements for new employees including setting up phone, email, mobile, laptop, etc and purchasing new equipment as necessary
• Add new members to benefit schemes such as the private healthcare plan as directed by the Head of HR • Arrange leaving process for AKF (UK) employees and ensure all equipment is returned
• Draft responses to reference requests
• Support the Head of HR with the administration of the HR Management System (MyAKF) including updating it for joiners and leavers
• Troubleshoot any issues or problems with the MyAKF HR system, working with the MyAKF helpdesk
• Provide MyAKF system training to new starters.
• Draft visa sponsorship letters for all AKF (UK) employees and submit for approval and signature
• Provide Visa invitation letters to visiting delegates/employees.
• Coordinate with our travel insurance providers to arrange additional coverage for employee travel where required.
• Maintaining our training systems including allocating courses, adding new hires and removing leavers and running reports as required
• Support the Head of HR to ensure that employee health and safety and workstation tests are up to date
• Act as a Health and Safety Officer and Fire Marshal for AKF (UK)
• Act as a AKF (UK) First Aider including obtaining annual certification
• Create and cultivate an office culture that contributes to the happiness and well-being of all employees, including arranging birthday celebrations, celebrating unit milestones, arranging quarterly and year-end activities, and creating a space and place employees enjoy working in and feel positive about
Finance administration (5%)
• Assist the finance officers with the company credit card processes
• Scan and file bank statements
• Scan and file purchase invoices
IT administration (5%)
• Liaise with internal IT support as necessary to trouble-shoot issues and order equipment
• Work with IT services to ensure that all software is updated and maintained on individual’s computers and hardware on a regular basis (e.g. regular back up of all system software and protocols, including latest updates of virus software)
Other
• Cover the PA to the CEO and Office Administrator’s workload during periods of sickness or annual leave
• Undertake tour guide training so that visiting delegates and VIPs can be shown around the Aga Khan Centre and its internal Islamic gardens and courtyards.
• Carry out any other duties as assigned by the PA to the CEO and Office Administrator, Head of HR, Head of Finance and Operations, or the CEO.
Qualifications
• Educated to A-Levels desirable
• Qualified First Aider desirable
Skills
• Highly organised with strong logistical skills and proven consistent attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills, tact, patience and ability to work in a cross-institutional, multicultural environment dealing with senior and high-level officials/persons and VIPs
• Excellent written communication and presentation skills and ability to draft and write effective copy and present to a range of audiences from senior-level to partners and suppliers
• Comfortable working independently and under minimal supervision but also forming an essential component of a team
• Strong operational and IT skills as well as an openness to learning new software and tools
Knowledge
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Apple applications
• Keen interest in international development and improving knowledge of these issues will be a distinct advantage
Experience
• Proven strong experience of office administration
• HR administration experience is desirable.
• Proven ability to multitask in a busy, open-plan office environment; ability to work under pressure, juggling various requests and deadlines
• Proven ability to deliver a consistently high level of accuracy in preparing and entering information
• Flexible approach to working, able to pick up a variety of tasks/projects with minimal supervision; ability to anticipate issues or scenarios when planning calls, meetings, or business trips, and to address them proactively
Application Details:
• Must have right to work in the UK.
• Must include CV and a supporting statement that outlines why they want the role, why they want to work for AKF(UK) and how their experiences and skills to date will make them the most suitable applicant for the role.
• Closing Date: 9 th October 2025; must be available for interview w/c 16th October 2025. Ideal start date 8th December 2025
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Job Title: People & Culture Administrator
Salary: £27,500 – £29,187 per annum
Contract: Full-time, Permanent
Location: East Croydon (3 days per week in the office)
About the Role
Rape Crisis South London is seeking an experienced, passionate, and professional People & Culture Administrator to join our team.
You will play a vital role in supporting our HR function by managing recruitment, onboarding, payroll administration, and compliance, ensuring that all People & Culture processes run smoothly and effectively.
Reporting to the People & Culture Manager, you will be a key member of the People team, working closely with our frontline services to ensure they have the support and working environment they need to deliver services to survivors.
We are looking for someone with a strong track record in HR processes, excellent organisational skills, and a commitment to fostering a supportive, inclusive workplace.
Key Information
This post is open to female applicants only, as the role is deemed to be a genuine occupational requirement under Schedule 9, Paragraph 1 of the Equality Act 2010.
To apply, please upload an up-to-date CV and a cover letter (maximum 1,500 words) outlining how you meet the essential and desirable qualifications, skills, and experience.
Interviews will be held on a rolling basis.
with the subject line “HR Administrator”.
Equality & Diversity
RCSL is an equal opportunities employer. We particularly welcome applications from women underrepresented in management and leadership roles within the violence against women and girls movement.
Please note: All positions are UK-based and require the right to work in the UK.
If we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications, we reserve the right to close the position before the advertised closing date.
About the role
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced and strong Administrator, preferably with HR recruitment and administrative experience; to support our newly formed people-oriented team. This is a key role within Women and Girls Network (WGN) and requires someone with sound experience of working within a multidisciplinary team within the charity sector. You must have a keen interest in the HR field and keen to progress on this career path.
This is an exciting opportunity to develop and shape the future of WGN’s Human Resources function work and focus so it remains aligned with our principles and approach in an ever-evolving landscape. To make an impact on the candidate experience as well as other stakeholders.
This role is offered on a part-time basis (28 hours / 4 days per week) and will involve working from WGN’s Vauxhall office for a minimum of two days per week. Depending on service and organisational requirements, there may also be a need to work at one of our community-based offices in West London or additional days at the Vauxhall office.
Interviews are expected to take place in person at WGN's Vauxhall office.
About you
Ideally you will have some understanding about working within the charity / not-for-profit sector and will be looking for an opportunity to contribute to our shared commitment of working towards the eradication of violence against women and girls and challenging inequality.
About us
Women and Girls Network (WGN) is a pan-London organisation that supports women and girls affected by all forms of gendered-based violence. Our overall aim is to promote, preserve and restore the mental health and well-being of women and girls who have experienced, or are at risk of, gendered-based violence, whilst working towards a society free of gendered-based violence.
We do this by:
- Providing women-only holistic and seamless therapeutic services, which meet women and girls’ needs and contribute to total and sustainable recovery from the experiences of violence.
- Evidencing the impact of gendered-based violence and presenting this information in appropriate forums to affect social change in attitudes towards, and responses to, gendered-based violence.
- Developing good practice in the sector by providing training and guidance on specialist service provision and the development of culturally appropriate service delivery.
WGN is proud to be an accredited Living Wage Employer and a member of The London VAWG Consortium, Halo Code, and Helplines Partnership.
Join us and be part of a team that values your well-being, growth, and contribution.
Benefits
At WGN, we are committed to supporting our employees' well-being, professional growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits package includes:
Financial Benefits
- Bike Loan Scheme – Provided by Green Commute Initiative
- Pension Scheme – Enrolment into Aviva pension scheme from day one
- Charity Worker Discounts – Access to exclusive discounts
- Death in Service Benefit – Life assurance, including Virtual GP access and additional services
Health & Wellbeing Benefits
- Eye Care Support – Contribution towards eye tests and glasses for VDU users
- Enhanced Sick Pay – Based on length of service
- Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential support
- Clinical Supervision – For clinical and frontline roles
- Specialist Counselling – Up to six sessions for staff who are survivors of sexual violence
- Sanitary Products – Available at all WGN sites
- Hot Drinks – Provided at every site
Leave & Work-Life Balance
- Annual Leave – 25 days plus public holidays and 3 closure days in December (pro-rata)
- Birthday Leave – A day off to celebrate your birthday
- Enhanced Maternity & Adoption Leave – Support for growing families
- Unpaid Leave – Available for exceptional circumstances
- Flexible Working – Right to request flexible hours or patterns
- Hybrid Working – Balance between office and home working
Learning & Development
- Specialist Training & CPD – Ongoing development opportunities with accredited training
- Regular Supervision – One-to-one support from line managers
Exemption
WGN is an equal opportunities employer.
The above post is exempt under the Equality Act 2010, Schedule 9, Part 1.
We promote social change that transforms societal attitudes, practices, and policies to prevent and eliminate violence against women and girls.




The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
Who are we?
Part business, part charity, part membership body – students’ unions are all seriously fun places to work. They are organisations in their own right. Professionally run, but different. Professional teams support Elected student leaders so as they make change, improve lives and fulfil potential, we help make it happen.
The Union of Brunel Students has a small but impactful staff team dedicated to serving the needs and interests of our members. Our size allows us to work closely together and make decisions quickly, while our passion for creating positive change means that every member of our team has an impact on helping us deliver our Vision to ensure that every student thrives at Brunel.
We are one of more than 600 students’ unions across the country. And with more than 15,000 members, 150 clubs and societies, a huge range of services and a bold strategy, we’re one of the most exciting.
What’s the job?
This maternity cover role will have a significant and stabilising impact, ensuring co-ordination in governance, HR, and compliance for the Union of Brunel Students. The postholder will act as a key operational anchor, supporting legal integrity, staff wellbeing, and organisational continuity.
We are seeking an experienced and proactive individual to step into a vital fixed-term position during the maternity leave of our Head of People and Compliance. This role ensures continuity and excellence across governance, HR coordination and legal compliance.
You will work closely with the Trustee Board, Senior Leadership Team, and Union staff to uphold high standards in documentation, policy, and people management.
From servicing board meetings to managing recruitment and GDPR processes, your work will be central to our success, promote a positive workplace culture and supporting the Union’s mission to be a trusted and effective organisation for students, staff, and trustees.
This is a Fixed term role, completing on the 22nd May 2026.
Who you are:
You are a highly organised, empathetic, and values-driven professional with a passion for good governance and inclusive practice.
With excellent literacy and numeracy skills, you bring an understanding of charity, education, or similar sectors, alongside a working knowledge of key legal frameworks like GDPR, charity law, and equality legislation.
You will have experience of co-ordinating governance processes, supporting recruitment, and managing sensitive information with discretion and care. Whether you are preparing agendas, taking minutes, or liaising with trustees and senior leaders, you do so with clarity, professionalism, and integrity.
Your attention to detail is second to none, and you thrive in busy environments—juggling deadlines, solving problems independently, and adapting to meet the needs of diverse stakeholders.
Above all, you’re a team player who champions equality, diversity, and inclusion. You’re proactive, resilient, and committed to the ethos of a student-led charity and are content to pitch in where needed.
Why apply?
Because you're inspired by the opportunity to make a real difference in students’ lives.
As a Students’ Union and registered charity, our mission is simple but powerful: “To ensure every student thrives at Brunel”. We’re anything but corporate – a dynamic, values-driven team of passionate individuals committed to positive change. We work in an unconventional, energetic environment where creativity and purpose go hand in hand.
In return for your passion and commitment we offer a flexible and supportive workplace, and an excellent holiday allowance – all designed to help you thrive too.
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, religion, age, gender, or disability. We’re building a diverse, inclusive team that reflects and champions the diversity of our student community.
And just so you know – your application will be read by a real person. We don’t use AI to screen candidates, because we genuinely care about getting to know you. So, when you apply, write your personal statement as if you're speaking directly to us. We’re looking forward to hearing your story.
BENEFITS
We offer a generous benefits package to reward our staff's hard work and commitment:
- Pension Scheme – statutory workplace pension scheme ‘NEST’.
- Generous holiday allowance - 25 days a year plus bank holidays. Additional days are usually given at Easter and Christmas in line with the University closure dates (usually about 5 additional days a year).
- Long service - 2 additional days leave will be given after 5 years continuous service
- TOTUM Card - All Union career staff are entitled to receive a TOTUM student discount card free of charge.
- Free Union sport membership - Allowing access to 35+ sports clubs, and our Active@Brunel social sport programme.
- On-site parking – Parking on campus at a low-cost rate.
- Flexible Working - The Union adopts a flexible working environment.
- Hybrid working – The Union allows for the ability to occasionally work from home, based on business need.
- Personal Development - The Union is fully committed to investing in your future. If you are interested in a training programme which you feel would benefit you within your current position you can submit a training request via your line manager.
- Employee assistance programme
- Enhanced Maternity and Paternity leave
KEY DATES
Application Deadline: Monday 6th October 2025
Interviews: Week Commencing 13th October 2025
Start Date: To be discussed with the successful applicant, but ideally in November 2025.
OUR VALUES
At the Union of Brunel Students, our values are at the heart of everything we do. They guide our decisions, shape our culture, and define how we support our student community. We’re proud to stand by these principles:
- Driven by You
- Open to All
- Passionately positive
- Integrity
These values are more than just words, they’re the foundation of our work and the reason we exist: “To ensure every student thrives at Brunel”.
To find out more about our values and how they influence life at the Union, visit our website.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
.Job Purpose
The HR Manager is expected to be an integral part of the leadership team to manage the delivery of the HR strategy as well as maintaining and enhancing the HR service through business planning and projects, implementation of HR policy and providing day to day operational support on all HR matters.
Key Tasks
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Provision of a comprehensive and responsive HR service providing advice, support, and guidance on a broad range of operational matters including recruitment and selection, employee relations, absence and change management.
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Development of HR policy, procedures, ways of working and training resources to support the delivery of Hospice objectives, goals and values.
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Working with managers and staff to undertake organisational change, workforce planning and organizational development and leadership initiatives.
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To support the provision and analysis of workforce information, indicators and reports.
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Manage support and coach the development of a HR Team consisting of HR assistant to oversee the HR systems and develop workforce dashboard/reports and manage support and coach the development of a Volunteer Co Ordinator
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Ensure clear information is issued to the payroll service in respect of employee salaries/payments/banking details/personal circumstances, to enable smoot and efficient payment of monthly remuneration.
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Ensure HR policies, practices and processes are up to date, effective and deliver the HR strategy and legal compliance.
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Support and coach managers to implement and apply organisational policies and procedures, employee development including appraisals, personal development plans and succession planning.
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Support and contribute to the development of management through coaching and mentorship
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Provide HR support and guidance at investigation meetings and hearings, including supporting the preparation of cases, attendance and ensuring the production of formal minutes at hearings and support managers in drafting formal documentation, i.e. investigation letters, reports, disciplinary and grievance letters.
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To seek out and contribute to improvements to the HR function and the service it provides.
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Deliver HR project and provide support on business projects and initiatives.
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To assess the organisation needs to determine the number and range of volunteers needed for different projects, recruitment and hiring processes, monitoring, and assessing volunteers progress and satisfaction, and the presentation of updates and data reports for Senior Management and the Board.
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To undertake the co-ordination of all HR administrative tasks ensuring all documentation is managed in line with the agreed standards and records are fully updated and maintained efficiently.
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To take a key role in the recruitment and selection of all staff by supporting the development of key documents, e.g. job descriptions, person specifications, job advertisements, placing of adverts and supporting information and undertaking all pre-employment checks against agreed standards.
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To oversee and update all information in respect of “job opportunities” at Halton Haven Hospice and the benefits of working for the Hospice on the Hospice website and social media.
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To oversee the management, input and reporting from the HR systems ensuring accurate record keeping of information and provision of reports for managers.
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Ensure systems are in place to keep personal information up to date and in adherence with compliance requirements including professional registrations.
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To co-ordinate the log of HR policies, procedures and guidance documents overseeing update arrangements and dissemination of updated documents.
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To ensure professional communications and information sharing with the full range of internal and external customers including staff, volunteers, managers, internal teams, training providers and Payroll.
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To support the wider HR and volunteer function as required.
Key Working Relationships: To be able to influence and develop good working relationships at all levels of the organsaiton including:
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Internal – Executive Team, Managers and all staff.
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External – HR Networks and colleagues.
Policies, Procedures and Practice
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Working with the Executive Team, proactively participate and lead in the review, development and implementation of Human Resources policies, procedures and guidelines to provide a quality, compliant and responsive service.
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Provide advice, guidance and training to managers on all aspects of HR management, policies and procedures.
Employee Relations
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Interpret employment legislation, terms and conditions and policy, providing comprehensive information, advice and support both verbally and in writing to line managers.
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Advise and support managers and staff in relation to matters including disciplinary grievance, dignity at work, absence and performance management.
NOTE
The duties and responsibilities referred to are an outline only and may be changed in conjunction with the post holder, and in accordance with the needs of the Hospice. Offers of employment will be conditional and subject to pre-employment checks as deemed appropriate including identity, DBS, qualification, right-to-work, reference checks etc.
Job Description
Job Title: | HR Administrator |
Location: | The successful candidate will be based at the Wolverhampton site and will be required to travel to all branches as needed. This is an in-person, on-site role with no hybrid or remote work options available. |
Reporting To: | Volunteer and Training Manager, and HR Generalist |
Salary and benefits: | £24,000 to £26,000 |
Hours: | 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, from 9:00am to 5:00pm, including a one-hour unpaid lunch break. |
Contract: | 12 months- Fixed term |
Probation period: | 6 months |
Annual Leave: | 21 days of fully paid annual leave, plus 8 paid bank holidays and an additional day off for your birthday. |
About the Role:
We are excited to introduce a newly created position within our team. This is an excellent opportunity for an organised, detail-oriented individual looking to build or further their career in human resources.
In this role, you will provide vital administrative support to both the Volunteer and Training Manager and the HR Generalist. Your responsibilities will include coordinating volunteer recruitment and training logistics, ensuring smooth onboarding processes, and maintaining accurate records. Additionally, you will assist with recruitment administration, employee documentation, and general HR tasks, contributing to the effective day-to-day operations of the department.
This is a varied role that requires strong communication skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritise and multitask in a dynamic environment. You’ll play a key part in supporting both our volunteer programme and our wider HR functions.
Main Tasks and Responsibilities:
· Provide day-to-day administrative support to the Volunteer and Training Manager and the HR Generalist.
· Schedule meetings, interviews, training sessions, and other HR-related appointments.
· Maintain accurate and well-organised electronic and paper filing systems for HR and volunteer records.
· Assist with preparing and formatting HR documents, letters, contracts, and reports.
· Post job adverts on relevant platforms and track incoming applications.
· Carry out pre-employment checks, including requesting references and processing DBS checks for staff and volunteers.
· Collect, scan, and file new starter documents, ensuring all forms are complete and compliant for staff and volunteers.
· Update and maintain HR spreadsheets, records, and databases with staff and volunteer information.
· Prepare induction packs and organise materials for new starter and volunteer onboarding sessions.
· Monitor and respond to emails and queries sent to shared HR and volunteering inboxes, referring or escalating as appropriate.
· Maintain stock of HR-related office supplies, such as forms, training materials, and welcome packs.
· Provide support with room bookings, refreshments, and setting up for training or volunteer events.
· Assist with routine data entry and help compile basic HR reports or staff lists.
· Ensure confidentiality and accuracy when handling sensitive employee and volunteer information.
· Send routine reminders for probation reviews, training deadlines, or document submissions.
· Responsible for attending meetings, capturing key discussions and decisions; and then distributing the minutes.
· Support the volunteer manager with shortlisting candidates for volunteering roles.
· Keep the volunteer management system up to date, with relevant changes/additions.
· Assist the volunteer manager with reference requests from former volunteers.
· Liaise with voluntary service councils across the West Midlands, to place new volunteer roles.
· Undertake general administrative tasks and any other duties as directed by senior HR colleagues.
Person Specification:
Essential Criteria:
· At least 2 years of experience working in an administrative role within a Human Resources environment.
· Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
· Excellent attention to detail and a high level of accuracy in administrative work.
· Good understanding of HR processes, particularly recruitment and onboarding procedures.
· Confident in handling confidential and sensitive information.
· Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills.
Desirable Criteria:
· Proficient in using Microsoft Office applications, particularly Word, Excel, and Outlook.
· Experience with maintaining electronic records and using HR or volunteer management systems.
· A proactive and flexible approach to work, with a willingness to support colleagues as needed.
· CIPD Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in Human Resources.
· Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
· Friendly, approachable manner with a commitment to providing a helpful and supportive service.
Flexibility
To achieve the objectives of this role, a degree of flexibility is essential. The post holder may be required to undertake duties not specifically listed above, provided they fall within the scope of the role and are appropriate to the pay grade. Accordingly, this job description will be reviewed periodically in consultation with the post holder to ensure it continues to reflect the responsibilities and duties of the position accurately.
Equal Opportunities
We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates, regardless of gender identity or expression, ethnicity, nationality, religion or belief, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic. We recruit and develop our people based on merit and their commitment to achieving positive outcomes. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace where everyone can thrive.
Closing date: Tuesday, 30 September 2025, by 5:00 pm.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early, if we receive enough suitable applications to take forward to interview prior to the published closing date.
Please note that if you require employer sponsorship to extend your right to work in the UK, the Refugee and Migrant Centre is not able to support visa sponsorship.
Title: Human Resources Lead.
Reports to: Head of Operations.
Responsible for: No direct reports at this time.
Employer: Norfolk Rivers Trust (NRT).
Location: Office at Bayfield near Holt with opportunity for flexible working. However, it is important that the role holder is able to build culture and employee experience and be demonstrably participative in office life and organisational culture development. Visits across Norfolk and surrounding catchments with mileage expenses £0.45 per mile.
Job term: This is a permanent 0.6 FTE position. The appointment is subject to a six-month probationary period.
Hours of work: 22.5 hours over a minimum of three days between Monday and Friday. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required, for which time off in lieu can be taken. No overtime will be paid.
Annual leave entitlement: 25 days plus public holidays (pro rata for part time).
Salary: £36,874.00 - £41,019.00 (0.6 FTE) dependant on experience.
Pension: NRT offers a contributory pension scheme and will pay 9% of salary subject to 6% employee contribution.
Driving licence and vehicle: All applicants must have a full driving licence and access to their own transport with business insurance.
Right to work in UK: All applicants must have the right to work in the UK.
About the HR Lead role
As Norfolk Rivers Trust’s first dedicated HR professional, the HR Lead will play a pivotal role in shaping and implementing effective people practices that align with the organisation’s culture, values, and strategic objectives. Collaborating closely with the Senior Management Team and Line Managers, the HR Lead will offer expert guidance and operational support across the entire employee lifecycle.
This standalone, hands-on position requires a proactive self-starter who is confident in establishing new processes and adaptable to the needs of a small but growing organisation. The role is diverse and dynamic, ranging from advising managers on complex employee matters, enhancing recruitment practices, updating policies, to leading wellbeing initiatives.
Above all, the HR Lead will be instrumental in nurturing the Trust’s positive, values-driven culture, making it an exceptional place to work. Acting as the central point of contact for all people related matters, the HR Lead will also support the Senior Management Team in developing and delivering a long-term people strategy.
Although standalone, access to an external professional HR sounding board, HR advice and link to employment law advice will be available.
Key duties and responsibilities
HR Policy and Compliance
- Develop, implement, monitor and maintain HR policies and procedures ensuring they comply with employment legislation and reflect best practice.
- Ensure policies are communicated clearly and are accessible to all staff.
- Regularly review policies to ensure alignment with the culture and strategic direction of the Trust.
Employee Relations
- Provide guidance to managers on a range of employee relations matters including absence management, performance concerns, disciplinary and grievance processes, flexible working, and annual leave.
- Ensure processes are legally compliant, fair, and consistent.
- Coordinate complex or sensitive employee relations casework in collaboration with line managers and external advisors where appropriate.
Line Manager Support
- Act as a key advisor to line managers, providing coaching, tools and resources to help them manage their teams effectively.
- Deliver training and guidance on key HR topics (e.g. performance management, recruitment best practice, probation and employee wellbeing).
Recruitment and Onboarding
- Manage the recruitment process, reviewing job descriptions, advertising vacancies, shortlisting applications, overseeing interview process.
- Ensure inclusive and equitable recruitment practices are followed.
- Manage new starter onboarding, ensuring new starters have a positive and structured induction experience.
Employee Lifecycle Administration
- Oversee all HR administration, including issuing contracts, processing changes to employment and managing leavers.
- Maintain accurate and up to date HR records and use NRT’s HR database to ensure compliance with data protection and GDPR requirements.
Performance and Development
- Coordinate the performance review process (including appraisal, probation and the annual staff survey), providing support to managers to ensure a consistent approach.
- Develop and support the implementation of learning and development policy and initiatives, including career development plans and staff skills audits.
Systems and Payroll
· Implement and maintain a HR management system.
- Liaise with the Finance team to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, including salary changes, benefits and statutory deductions to administer payroll and payroll records.
HR Data and Reporting
- Produce HR data and reports (e.g. staff turnover, absence, diversity data) to feed into the management team and use data to make recommendations regarding future practice.
- Use HR data to identify trends and make recommendations for improving people management practices.
Strategic HR Support
- Participate in the implementation of specific projects, procedures, and guidelines to help align the workforce with the strategic goals of the organisation (e.g. workforce planning, reward, and staff engagement).
- Promote and drive delivery of the Trust’s equity, diversity, and inclusion priorities, through advice monitoring and collaboration.
- Work with Senior Management Team to contribute to and drive HR strategy development and implementation, including reward strategy, recruitment and selection strategies, talent and succession planning, alignment between HR strategy and business goals, supporting change management processes.
Health, Safety and Wellbeing
- Collaborate with designated health and safety leads to develop and implement systems and procedures to create a safe working environment, drawing on specialist advice as appropriate.
- Ensure HR-related policies and processes reflect the organisation’s duty of care to staff, including wellbeing initiatives and support systems.
Other
- Other duties as necessary.
- Clear commitment to the vision and values of Norfolk Rivers Trust.
Employee benefits:
Employee assistance programme.
Free eye test and support with cost of glasses.
Enhanced leave policies including maternity, paternity and sickness.
Excellent pension scheme.
Flexible working opportunities.
Application process
To apply, please send your completed Job Application Form, Equal Opportunities Monitoring Information Form and a covering letter/email to by 9.00 on Monday 29th September 2025.
Interviews will take place on Monday 6th October or Tuesday 7th October in person or on Teams.
Second interviews will take place the week commencing Monday 13th October in person.
The client requests no contact from agencies or media sales.
We are the national body for careers education in England, delivering support to schools and colleges to deliver modern, 21st century careers education.
The Careers & Enterprise Company is a great place to work. We operate within a fast-paced and collaborative environment. We are brought together by one thing: our passion to ensure young people get the best possible start in life and are supported to find their best next step.
Do you want to be part of a mission-driven team focused on transforming young people’s lives? If so, we’d love to hear from you!
Role Summary
As the HR Advisor at The Careers & Enterprise Company, you will report to the HR Manager and play a crucial role in supporting the business and wider HR team in a diverse HR generalist role that offers a great opportunity to grow and develop across a range of HR functions. You will cover a range of duties including providing HR advice and support to the business including line managers and employees, proactively helping to manage timely responses to internal and external enquiries to the HR shared inboxes, managing the monthly payroll and supporting with a range of administrative and reporting duties. You will also get to work directly with the HR Manager on the wider HR strategy including employee engagement, recruitment, systems and data analysis.
We are looking for a qualified HR Advisor or an HR professional that aligns with our company mission, who is ambitious and looking to progress their career in a new role. You will be pro-active and highly motivated, with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills that is comfortable interacting with staff at all levels. The ideal candidate will have experience in a similar role and will be able to hit the ground running in this rewarding, busy and varied role.
We are a friendly team of three people that reports into the Director of HR and Operations and are looking for a true team player that has strong ethics, understands the confidential nature of working in an HR team coupled with a good understanding of HR processes and procedures.
Location: Central London/hybrid working with attendance in the office required 2 days per week.
Contract: Full-time, fixed term for one year.
Our organisation has a privileged opportunity to make a difference to the lives of millions of young people, helping to inspire and prepare them for the fast-changing world of work, and we want you to help us make it happen.
To apply, please visit our website via the apply button, complete the application form and cover letter and upload an anonymised version of your CV.
Please describe in your cover letter:
- How do you meet the experience, skills and competency criteria detailed in the job profile?
- Are you CIPD or part CIPD qualified or working towards a HR qualification?
Closing date: Midnight on 30th September 2025.
It is our policy to review all applications within two weeks from the closing date. If you do not hear from us within three weeks following the closing date, then your application has unfortunately not been successful on this occasion. We are unable to provide feedback to candidates who have not been shortlisted and attended an interview.
Job Summary:
Role: HR Administrator
Industry: Nonprofit sector
Location: London
Working Environment: minimum 3 days in office
Contract: Fixed-Term
Length: 6 months
Employment Type: Full-Time
Working Hours: 35 hours per week
Salary: £27,000 - £34,000
I am working exclusively with a respected not-for-profit organisation who are currently in the market for a very proactive and experienced HR Administrator to join their HR team, working on a 6-month fixed-term contract with the view of potentially extending (via a fair and open process). You will be responsible for providing effective and efficient administrative support to the HR team.
You will act as a first point of contact for HR related administrative queries and support the team with a wide variety of HR tasks. This will include recruitment support and candidate liaison, administration support for the learning and development programme, new starter onboarding, HR inbox management as well as arranging meetings, and providing light diary and administration support for the HR Director.
Key Duties
Administration and support
- As a member of the HR team, you will ensure that all administration activities which support the work of the HR team are managed in a proactive and efficient way.
- Support the daily proactive management of the HR inbox, ensuring that appropriate action is taken to respond and forward relevant emails to the HR team with follow-up actions if needed.
- Provide administrative support to the HR Director, which could include room booking, arranging meetings and other ad-hoc requests.
- Maintain and keep up-to-date digital employee files and ensure employment records and documents are compliant, filed and retained according to data management and retention guidelines. Support a longer-term project to move to full digitisation of all HR files.
- Input data into the HR information system and other agreed systems such as address changes, holiday requests etc.
- Maintain structure charts, recruitment spreadsheets and HR activity trackers to ensure they are set up and utilised in the most effective way.
- Support the delivery of HR or L&D projects or events, including room bookings and catering administration
- Responsible for financial administration such as purchase orders, setting up new suppliers and invoice management
- Keep up to date with relevant employment law and understanding of various HR administrative activities
Recruitment Administration
- Support employment and recruitment administration, including liaison with employment agencies, candidates and hiring managers
- Prepare, review and amend letters and documents to support key HR activities, including employee onboarding, probation and induction.
- Conduct new starter HR inductions and support exit arrangements
- Ensure that the relevant HR activity checklists are up-to-date and stored correctly for each activity
- Maintain any trackers that support the HR team activities and be responsible for the consistent use and application of these as sources of accurate HR information.
Systems
- Support the team in the move towards two new HR platforms this year, and any additional administration around these projects.
- Maintain the HRIS system and Applicant Tracking System where appropriate
- Provide administration support for logging, reviewing and editing data requests within the HR Information system as well as new starter and leaver IT requests.
What you'll need to succeed
- Excellent administrative experience and evidence of supporting a range of activities to support core business needs
- Understanding of the end-to-end recruitment process, from advertising jobs, arranging interviews, drafting contracts and onboarding.
- Experience of using data systems and record keeping systems
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills (both oral and written)
- Excellent attention to detail
- Strong organisational skills
- Computer-literate and good knowledge of MS Office and SharePoint
- Proactive and solution focused
- Able to prioritise work and support the activities of a fast-paced team
What you'll get in return
The opportunity to work in a lovely and friendly team, getting involved with some upcoming projects, such as supporting the implementation of a new HRIS and payroll systems. If successful, in the future, this organisation can support you in obtaining professional qualifications. You will also be entitled to the company benefits on a pro rata basis.
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV. If you have not been contacted for this role, please assume you have not been successful.
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22.5 hours per week / £24,756 per annum pro rata / permanent / working pattern to be discussed at interview.
is to help children and young people have a fair chance to be who they want to be. We do this by providing a safe home, increasing life skills and self-confidence, and improving emotional wellbeing and mental health.
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented HR and People Health & Safety Administrator to provide high-quality HR administration and support health and safety compliance across the organisation. You’ll be the first point of contact for HR queries, maintain accurate records, and coordinate key HR and H&S processes. You’ll also work closely with colleagues to ensure our systems and procedures are efficient, compassionate, and compliant.
You will be responsible for delivering a wide range of HR and Health & Safety support, including:
- Responding to HR and H&S queries via email, phone, and in person
- Maintaining personnel records and supporting HR system improvements
- Assisting with HR projects, investigations, and audits
- Monitoring HSE certifications, training, and compliance
- Conducting workstation and DSE assessments, including ergonomic reviews
- Supporting wellbeing and safety programmes across the organisation
- Providing cover for other HR administrators during absences or busy periods
ABOUT YOU: We know that there are great candidates who will not fit everything described, or who have important skills we have not mentioned. If that is you, please do not hesitate to apply and tell us about yourself.
Qualifications, knowledge, and experience
- Experience in HR, People, L&D, or compliance administration.
- Basic understanding of workplace health and safety regulations.
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
- Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR systems (training provided).
- Ability to manage confidential data in line with GDPR.
- CIPD or IOSH qualification (or willingness to undertake accredited training).
- Experience conducting workstation assessments or supporting wellbeing initiatives
If you would like any further information or an informal discussion about this post, please contact
Should you require any assistance with our application process, please email us at
CLOSING DATE: Sunday 21 September 2025 at midnight. We reserve the right to close this advert early if a successful candidate is found, so please submit your application as soon as possible.
Successful candidates will already have the right to live and work in the UK without restrictions. We are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role
An inclusive workplace We are committed to policies and practices of equity, diversity, and inclusion and to supporting our people to make sure our culture is consistent with this commitment.
Accessibility If you require assistance or have questions regarding the application process, please do contact us.
YMCA DLG requires all staff and volunteers to be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and to respond proactively to safeguarding concerns. Successful applicants are required to undertake an Enhanced DBS (including the Children’s and Adults’ barred lists) check, along with a reference and background check carried out by a third-party service provider.
We believe every young person has the right to discover their potential.


Actively Interviewing
This organisation is scheduling interviews as applications come in. They're ready to hire as soon as they find the right person. Don't miss your opportunity, apply now!
Job Title: People and Culture Business Partner - Organisational Change
Location: Based in our Central office in Islington, around a 10 minute walk from Highbury and Islington station. You will also be able to work from home and will be required to make regular visits to our services. Please note that step free access is not available at our central office and some of our other services.
Salary: £44,000
Shift Pattern: Fixed Term contract approximately 8 months, working 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday between 09:00 - 17:00. You may also be required to work evenings and outside these hours to provide flexibility to our night run services.
About the role
We're seeking an all rounded generalist to join our People and Culture team to support specifically in around areas of organisational change, mainly in relation to managing mobilisations, TUPE, staff consultations and growth. You will use your previous experience in these areas to manage the process of organisational change, working alongside the wider P&C team and managers across the organisation. Some key responsibilities in this role includes:
- Provide high quality support, leadership and guidance to managers and staff for change projects from start to finish.
- Support with matters of employee relations, escalations, and cross specialist areas.
- Provide advice and guidance to colleagues and stakeholders to successfully deliver legally compliant, compassionate, and robust organisational change processes.
- Maintain effective project management resources and timelines.
- Ensure all staff have access to meaningful and accessible employment advice and access to appropriate information, documents, and other resources.
- Ensure all employee life cycle administration, advice, and support is completed and provided to standards.
- Partner with relevant managers and project leads to understand resourcing needs, then support to deliver end-to-end recruitment and onboarding to fulfil staffing needs.
About you
We are looking for someone who has experience in coaching and advising managers and colleagues with legal and internal obligations in relation to HR, you would have proven experience in a similar role at a similar level with responsibilities to this position. You will be a team player, confident in your skills and ability, and able to build rapport with others. Confidentiality will be at the core of what you do, and you will be able to take an objective standpoint to provide the correct advise to others. You will have:
- Experience in managing mobilisations, TUE, de-mobilisations, redundancy consultations, change consultation, and project management
- Working knowledge and understanding of HR procedures and basic employment law practices, and how it applies under UK employment legislation
- Experience in coaching and advising managers in employee relations activities across the full lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, required learning packages and general ER case work
- Proven ability to juggle multiple tasks and competing priorities within a fast-paced environment
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal including relationship building
- Attention to detail and quality, with organisation skills
- Proactive nature, ability to make commercially and value-driven balanced decisions, including the use of data to make decisions and reports
- Alignment with our values of Ambition, Empowerment, Inclusivity, and Transparency
Please refer to the JDPS attached for more details on the vacancy and our requirements/key criteria.
What we offer
- 25 days (Full time equivalent) annual leave, increasing with the length of service
- Employer Pension Contribution
- Eligibility to register with Blue Light Discount Card
- Access to discounted tickets for music events, shows, sports and more
- Reflective Practice regular sessions with a therapist provided by an external provider to support Mental Health and Wellbeing at work
- Training and Development, including access to courses, upskilling, and progression plans
- Employee Assistance Programme, including counselling
- Life Assurance Scheme
- Cycle-to-work scheme
- Annual Staff Awards
- EDI Ambassador programme
- Be part of an organisation which believes good care and support improves lives with the vision to create healthier, safer, and more inclusive communities.
- Join an organisation with a mission to empower independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital, and off the streets.
We value and celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives and experiences of all of our employees. We have a team of staff ambassadors who volunteer to actively support us in fortifying our organisational value of Inclusivity. They embrace this unique opportunity to deliver awareness, events, and developments to our organisation to support us in ensuring our value of Inclusivity is embedded throughout the organisation.
SIG actively encourages applications from individuals from a diverse range of backgrounds, particularly lived experience; Naturally, we approach any emerging issues with empathy and sensitivity.
About Social Interest Group (SIG)
SIG is a not-for-profit organisation providing thousands of people with good-quality support and care in residential, drop-in centres, community floating support settings, probation settings, and hospitals. We do so across London, Brighton, Bedfordshire, Luton, Kent and Liverpool. Our goal is to transform lives through empowering change.
Want to know how we work? Watch our short Theory of Change video to see how we support people towards a brighter future: Theory of Change Further details can be found on our website here: Theory of Change - Social Interest Group - Social Interest Group.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Please note that this job advert may close early due to screening applications on an ongoing basis. We advise applying as soon as possible for your application to be taken into consideration at the early stages.
Please note that as part of our process, we complete an enhanced DBS check, some roles may require further vetting. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact us on the details below.
Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship, please ensure you have full right to work in the UK prior to applying to our positions.
Additional information on our company policies including Gender Pay, Equality and Diversity, Company Benefits and our Candidate Privacy Policy can be found on our website.
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Empowering independence through trauma-informed solutions and dynamic partnerships that keep people out of prison, out of hospital and off the streets
We're looking for a driven, proactive and resilient Talent Partner to join our People Team at our Head Office in Islington.
£29,785.00 per annum, working 35 hours per week.
Want to feel like you're in control of your carer? You'll feel at home here.
Making you feel at home here means helping you thrive in every way. That's why we offer a wide range of benefits, award-winning Learning & Development and a culture that welcomes all. These aren't token gestures - we've thought long and hard about how best to support our team. After all, our people are doing something amazing: helping to transform lives every day.
Our benefits include:
Annual leave increasing up to 30 days with length of service
- Free DBS
- Exclusive discounts and cashback via Reward Gateway® and opportunity to buy a Blue Light Card
- Fully paid induction programme and further training
- ILM courses and Apprenticeship Programmes
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee Assistance Programme for 24-7 confidential support
- Online wellbeing resources
- A generous pension - we will contribute up to 4% and life assurance cover up to £10,000 (T&Cs apply)
- Quarterly Staff Awards to reward & recognise our amazing staff's commitment and contribution
All applicants must be legally eligible to work in the UK by the start of employment as Look Ahead are not able to offer sponsorship.
As a Talent Partner you will provide proactive customer-focused administrative support across Recruitment, HR, and Learning & Development. You will drive process improvements and ensure efficient service delivery.
The starting salary for this role is £29,784.51, increasing to £30,784.51 after successfully passing probation.
The shift pattern for this role is Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm, including hybrid working with a minimum of two days in the office.
This is a fixed term contract until 1st April 2026.
For a full job description, please visit our website.
About you:
- Organised, responsive, and customer focused
- Strong communicator with a collaborative mindset
- Detail-oriented, adaptable, and resilient under pressure
- Team Player who shares workload and learning with the team and builds a positive team culture
- Decisive and able to prioritise and manage multiple tasks
- Keen interest in HR and L&D career development
What you'll bring:
Essential:
- Experience in recruitment or Learning and Development environments
- Strong administrative and IT skills and experience
- Confident in delivering training and attending recruitment events
- Excellent communication and customer service
Desirable:
- Familiarity with iTrent and Learning Pool
About us:
Look Ahead is a leading, not-for-profit care and support provider in London and the South East. Our vision is to build better lives through social care and housing in local communities. As an organisation we deliver over 100 services, providing support to thousands of customers each year. Our mission is to co-design and deliver services that offer innovative social care solutions and support people to thrive. We work across mental health, homelessness and complex needs, young people and care leavers and learning disabilities so there are plenty of opportunities to grow and progress your career with us.
We have a strong social purpose and we live and work by our values:
* We focus on Excellence and innovation.
* We are Caring and Compassionate.
* We are Inclusive and Trusted.
* We work in Partnership and are One-Team.
Look Ahead is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and adults at risk, and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment.
If your application for this role is unsuccessful, but we feel that you would be suitable for another role, we may contact you to discuss alternative opportunities. If this occurs you would not need to submit another application for the alternative role.
We reserve the right to close this advert early if we are able to appoint to the vacancy before the advertised closed date.
We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with Silver in the Inclusive Employers Standard 2021. We are a proud member of the Employers Domestic Abuse Covenant and encourage applications from a diverse range of applicants of all backgrounds.