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JOB VACANCY – HR ASSISTANT – 2 YEARS FIXED TERM CONTRACT (40 hours per week)

£30,784.00 per annum (Plus London Weighting Allowance of £2800 per annum)

Closing date: Sunday 5th July 2026 by 23:59 hours.

About This Job

This is an exciting role in the Army Cadet Charitable Trust UK (ACCT UK we are looking for a proactive and organised HR Assistant to join our HR team and provide high-quality administrative support across the employee lifecycle. Working closely with the HR Manager, you will play a key role in recruitment, onboarding, employee records management, HR reporting, and supporting day-to-day HR operations. You will help ensure our people processes run smoothly, maintaining accurate records, supporting employee queries, and assisting with HR projects and initiatives. The successful candidate will be detail-oriented, highly organised, and committed to delivering a professional and confidential HR service.

Essential Skills

· Previous experience in a HR role.

· Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail and accuracy.

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build positive working relationships.

· Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently and use initiative.

· Experience maintaining confidential employee records and handling sensitive information discreetly.

· Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and confident learning and using HR systems.

Please refer to the attached Job Description for further information.

Our charity

ACCT UK is a national youth charity dedicated to improving the life chances of young people through supporting the Army Cadet Force and its activities in the community. The Combined Cadet Force Association (CCFA) is a charity dedicated to the promotion of the ideals and activities of the Combined Cadet Force in schools. Together we want to ensure that every young person has the opportunity to learn new skills, build confidence and be inspired through their cadet experience.

We want to develop the youth leadership and training abilities of adult volunteers whilst also helping young people to access cadet activities through fundraising, grant-making, developing new resources and direct support.

We strongly believe that everyone benefits when you help young people to develop their character and values through activities that stretch and mature them. We also know that when young people engage with others at a range of levels in their communities, it builds confidence and improves empathy for other’s lives.

Who we are

You will enjoy being part of our small team who work very happily together. By joining ACCT UK, you will help us to reach more young people and make a greater difference and we look forward to working with you. We actively promote and encourage you to explore ideas that improve all aspects of the charity’s work in pursuit of its charitable aims.

The charities are proud of our diverse teams, with people on different working patterns, from different backgrounds and at different life-stages. Our experience has taught us that having people with different perspectives and different lived experiences leads to better outcomes for our beneficiaries. If you are wondering if our organisation is for someone like you, the answer is yes! Please apply and explain how you, your experience, your talent and your potential are the right fit for this role.

What we can offer you

In addition to your salary, we offer all staff:

· Flexible working arrangements (you agree a working pattern with your line manager).

· The ability to work both from home and from our London office.

· Personal accident insurance, including loss of earnings cover and death benefit.

· 15 days of sick pay in any 12-month period (after 12 months employment - pro-rata for part time staff).

· A contributory pension scheme (you contribute at least 5% and we will contribute 10%).

· Good leave allowances (which are offered pro-rata for part time staff):

o 20 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays.

o Additional privilege leave, on set days each year, such as between Christmas and New Year.

o An additional five days of volunteering leave.

· Support for qualifications and personal development.

· Employee Assistance Programme.

· Season ticket loan.

· Railcard (if you are eligible)

· A caring and supportive team environment.

How to apply

Please send a covering letter that details how you meet the requirements of the job description along with a CV  by 23:59 hours on Sunday 5th July 2026.

Interviews will be held in Holderness House, 51-61 Clifton Street, London, EC2A 4DW shortly after. Please let us know if you have any restrictions with this.

Please note that as a charity dedicated to improving the lives of young people, we require staff to make a declaration about any relevant convictions, undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service check. In addition, we will follow up references. 

We reserve the right to close for applications before the closing date if we receive a large number of applications. 

The Role

The Trust has grown significantly over the past five years, from a team of 30 staff in 2020 to almost 60 in 2026. Our organisational strategy, which takes us to 2030/2031, predicts further growth across all our activities, that will allow us to increase and improve the support we provide for young people, and further raise the profile of social mobility in the UK. As part of this, we are currently in the early development stages for the Trust’s first ever People Strategy.

We are seeking an organised and detail-oriented HR Assistant: Recruitment to support the administration of our recruitment, onboarding and compliance processes.

The Team

The HR Assistant: Recruitment will join a small and dynamic team that covers Finance, Human Resources, IT and Business Operations. The Finance & Operations team play a critical role by running the day-to-day operations and providing the infrastructure that enables the continued delivery of the Trust’s mission and objectives. The role will report to the Senior Operations Manager and will work closely with colleagues both in Finance & Operations and across the wider Trust.

Main duties

Pre- and Post-Employment

• Coordinating the end-to-end recruitment process, e.g., ensuring completeness of recruitment documentation, coordinating interviews, liaising with candidates etc.

• Providing routine recruitment advice and support for hiring managers, with support from your line manager

• Supporting key employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, induction, probation reviews and leavers' processes

• Maintaining an awareness of current employment trends, processes and best practice to support effective and inclusive recruitment and onboarding

HR Administration and Compliance

• Managing HR documentation, e.g., staff files, new starter contracts etc.

• Maintaining and updating HR systems, e.g., Teamtailor ATS, Personio etc.

• Supporting the Finance team with payroll administration

• Supporting the coordination and monitoring of mandatory HR compliance training across the Trust

• Supporting with day-to-day queries relating to HR policies and processes, with support from your line manager. Completing related research, as required.

Other

• Acting as the Trust's first point of contact, by providing a responsive and efficient service for general external and internal telephone and email enquiries

• Supporting general HR projects, as required

• Other duties as necessary from time to time

Person Specification

We welcome applications from individuals who can demonstrate:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, and first-class interpersonal skills

• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to multi-task

• Ability to learn new systems and processes quickly

We are also looking for an individual who is or has:

• Sympathetic to the aims of the Trust and its mission to address educational disadvantage

• High attention to detail

• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and independently with a high degree of initiative

• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information appropriately

• Ability to work flexibly, manage competing priorities and meet deadlines

• Eligible to work in the UK (see here for information about right to work, please note we are not a licensed visa sponsor)

In addition, experience in the following areas will help you to stand out. However, this is not required, and training will be provided if needed for the right candidate:

• Experience of providing administrative support, particularly in an HR capacity

• Experience of managing a range of different projects

• Experience of working in the education or not-for-profit sector

Terms of Appointment

• Contract: Full-time (part-time 4 days considered), 12-month fixed-term contract initially

• Salary: £30,800-£31,500

• Working location: Our home working policy gives staff the option to work from home for up to 60% of the time, with approval from their line manager.

• Office location: The Sutton Trust, 9th Floor, Millbank Tower, 21-24 Millbank, London, SW1P 4QP.

• Hours: The standard working hours are 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday and may also be required to attend events / meetings outside of their normal working hours during weekday evenings and occasionally at weekends

• DBS check may be required

Interviews

Applications should reach us by 10am, Thursday 18th June, with interviews held in our London offices on Wednesday, 24th June.

Safeguarding statement

The Sutton Trust believes that a child, young person or vulnerable adult should never experience abuse of any kind. We all have a responsibility to promote the welfare of all children and young people and to keep them safe. Therefore all posts undergo a safer recruitment process, including but not limited to, disclosure of criminal records where necessary and eligibility to work in the UK. We have procedures in place to promote safeguarding and a safe culture at the Trust.

Contextual recruitment

The Trust is committed to ensuring equality of opportunity and that all applicants receive equal consideration for employment. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds, including those underrepresented at present at the Trust, to apply for this role. As such we particularly welcome applications from people with disabilities, Black, Asian or Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ and from different socio-economic and educational backgrounds. We are committed to being an inclusive and welcoming place to work and know that greater diversity will lead to even greater results for the young people we support.

We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments for disabled candidates throughout our recruitment process and during employment.

We also operate contextual recruitment at the Sutton Trust. Our application process gives you the option to include information about your background, such as whether you were eligible for free school meals, whether your parents went to university, or whether you attended a state school. For more examples and information on contextual recruitment, please see our website.

HR Business Partner

�� Contract: Permanent, Hybrid
⏰ Hours: 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
�� Salary: £42,213.23 (UK) | £46,434.55 (London)

Join a Purpose-Driven Organisation

At MSI Reproductive Choices UK, we believe everyone should have access to compassionate, high-quality reproductive healthcare. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we're committed to creating a positive, inclusive, and supportive working environment where colleagues can thrive.

We're looking for an experienced HR Business Partner to join our People Team. Based in London, you'll support colleagues across our Regional Treatment Centre and wider operational services, partnering with leaders and teams to drive organisational performance and deliver an outstanding colleague experience.

This role involves regular travel to London sites and centres across the UK, including Manchester, Oxford, Bristol and Birmingham. All travel expenses incurred outside your base location will be covered.

As a hybrid role, you'll have the flexibility to manage your own diary, balancing time on-site, collaborative working, and focused independent work to support both effective delivery and a healthy work-life balance.

The Opportunity

This is a highly visible and influential role where you'll work closely with senior leaders and stakeholders to deliver strategic people solutions that support organisational objectives and strengthen our culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with leaders to deliver people strategies aligned to MSI UK's mission, values, and business goals.
• Provide expert guidance on complex employee relations matters, ensuring a fair, consistent, values-led and legally compliant approach.
• Lead and support strategic HR initiatives that enhance organisational effectiveness, engagement, and colleague experience.
• Influence and shape people policies, practices, and programmes that build capability and drive performance.
• Champion HR service excellence and contribute to the continuous development of a collaborative, high-performing People Team.
• Coach and support managers to build confidence and capability in people management.

You'll be a trusted advisor, relationship builder, and proactive partner, helping leaders and colleagues create an environment where people can perform at their best.

About You

We're looking for a skilled HR professional who combines strong commercial awareness with a genuine passion for people.

You'll ideally be CIPD Level 7 qualified and bring:

✔️ Significant experience in a Business Partnering or senior HR advisory role
✔️ Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice
✔️ Proven experience managing complex employee relations cases and organisational change initiatives
✔️ Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills
✔️ Confidence using HR systems and interpreting people data to inform decision-making
✔️ High levels of integrity, professionalism, and discretion
✔️ The ability to work independently while building strong relationships across diverse teams

Why Join MSI UK?

We're committed to supporting, developing and recognising our people, offering a comprehensive range of benefits designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally.

�� Financial Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Up to 5% employer pension contribution
• Fast expense reimbursement (within 10 days)

�� Work-Life Balance

• 25 days annual leave plus your birthday off
• Buy and sell annual leave scheme
• Family-friendly policies

�� Rewards & Recognition

• Long-service recognition awards
• Discounts at over 4,000 retailers through the Blue Light Card

�� Health & Wellbeing

• 24/7 GP access
• Employee Assistance Programme

�� Learning & Development

• Paid learning and development opportunities
• Accredited apprenticeship programmes
• Clear pathways for career progression

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you're passionate about creating positive colleague experiences, influencing organisational success, and making a meaningful impact within a purpose-driven organisation, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and help shape the future of our people experience at MSI UK.

Established in 1673, by the Worshipful Society of Apothecaries of London, Chelsea Physic Garden is home to over 4,500 medicinal, edible and useful plants. Our Mission:To demonstrate the medicinal, economic, cultural and environmental importance of plants to the survival and well-being of humankind.

HR Manager 14 hrs per week (2 days)

2yr fixed term contract

CIPD Level 4

Salary £14,600 pa (FTE £36,500)

This is a key new role at the Chelsea Physic Garden being recruited at a time when the organisation launches its new 10 year strategy, a major capital project and fundraising campaign. We are looking to appoint our first in house Human Resource Manager to support the organisation as it grows.  Based on site at least one of the two days per week, you will work with the senior leadership and recruiting managers to ensure timely recruitment processes, preparing and issuing employment contracts and support robust onboarding and induction processes.  You will work with the Director and leadership team to propose strategies and practices that support organisational talent development, employee engagement and staff retention.  Freelance HR consultancy retained.

To apply: Please complete the job application form available from the Chelsea Physic Garden website 

Closing date: Sunday 28 June at 11.59pm

First Interview date : Monday 6 July

We are looking for a vibrant, hands-on Resourcing & HR Specialist to power the growth of our team and keep our people operations running smoothly.

As well as contributing to our long-term workforce planning, you will play a key role in cultivating a positive, transparent, and supportive recruitment experience from initial application through to the final hiring decision; and help new team members feel supported, connected, and set up to thrive - so we not only hire the right people, but retain them.

Your key responsibility (and we anticipate 80% of the role) is to oversee all recruitment and onboarding activity, particularly for our team of associate counsellors which is growing fast. Alongside this you will also provide more general HR support, administering our systems and helping us strengthen our team culture.

We would love to hear from you even if you don’t feel you have all the skills or experience mentioned in the accompanying job description but you do share our values and mission.

We are looking to recruit an experienced HR Advisor to provide comprehensive HR support. You’ll play a key role in supporting the employee experience, providing top-notch support to all teams in the organisation and be comfortable working in a unionised environment and with all levels of seniority.  

Our recent all-staff survey reported high satisfaction levels, with 96% believing in the aims of the charity, 94% of staff having pride in working for the Centre, 94% of staff enjoying working with their colleagues and 94% agreeing they feel trusted to do their job.

In this role, experience of employee relations will be pivotal in supporting the organisation. As a trusted advisor, you will have sound employment law knowledge and be comfortable with challenging conversations, supporting managers with any issues such as sickness absence, holiday queries, capability or a disciplinary procedure. 

You’ll ensure that recruitment costs are kept to a minimum, work with recruitment managers to ensure vacancies are advertised following internal processes and ensure employment contracts are finalised before onboarding starts.  You'll also be confident using IT systems to assign training to new joiners and to existing staff, keeping records of courses and ensuring that safeguarding training is completed.

Bringing your experience of HR and a willingness and enthusiasm to the role, you will proactively seek to continually improve yourself and the role, championing a culture of service excellence, as well as taking ownership and accountability of your workload.

Please refer to the job description for further information. If you have any questions please email us.

The post is full time, 35 hours a week. For the right candidate, we will consider a 0.8fte (28 hours) appointment.

In your cv and cover letter please outline how you meet the requirements of the role and why you would like to work for us. You must account for any gaps in your employment history.

The Centre is an equal opportunities employer.  We are always looking for talented people from all backgrounds to join us and help improve the lives of homeless young people, insecurely housed families and their children.  We particularly want to encourage people from under-represented groups in the not-for-profit sector to step forward and apply to work with us. We require our staff to recognise the valuable role that volunteers play in the work of the Centre and to welcome and support volunteers with whom they work.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We require job applicants, staff and volunteers to complete a criminal records self-declaration and, for this role, to undertake a basic DBS check.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor visas.
 

Benefits

· 26 days’ leave, rising to 28 days’ leave after two years’ service (pro rata for part time staff)

· Discretionary wellbeing and celebratory days

· Workplace pension scheme and we’ll match employee contributions up to a maximum of 6%

· Life assurance cover (after probation passed)

· Employee assistance programme

· Season ticket loan

· Training and development opportunities

· Access to Blue Light Card discounts

How to apply

Send your cv and cover letter.  To ensure fairness at all stages of the process, please don’t send your application to any other email address at the Centre

Closing date for applications: Monday 15 June, 9am
Interviews will be held by end of June

Please note that a short test will form part of the interview process, if you are shortlisted details will be provided to you in advance.

If you’ve not heard from us three weeks after the closing date, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

HR Administrator
6-Month Fixed Term Contract

Salary: £30,000 pro rata
Hours: 14-21 hours per week (2-3 days, Tuesday to Thursday)
Location: Hybrid working with 1 day per week in the Kings Cross office
Start date: July 2026
Closing date: Thursday 11^th June
Interviews: W/C 15^th June, in person at Kings Cross

Charity People is delighted to be partnering with a leading independent charitable foundation.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR Administrator to join a small, friendly People team and provide essential support across HR systems, recruitment, onboarding and general people administration.

About the charity
This organisation is an independent charitable foundation that uses its resources to support social change across the UK. Its work focuses on improving opportunities for individuals and communities, particularly through investment in education, the arts, and initiatives that support young people and vulnerable groups.
The foundation operates with a strong set of values, a collaborative culture and a commitment to thoughtful, impactful grant-making.

Key responsibilities

• Maintaining and updating employee records across HR systems, including starters, leavers and contractual changes
• Supporting recruitment administration, including coordinating interviews and maintaining recruitment systems
• Monitoring HR inboxes and responding to queries appropriately
• Supporting onboarding processes, including right to work checks, references and DBS checks
• Assisting with HR policy research and preparation of draft documents
• Maintaining annual leave records and supporting HR compliance processes
• Supporting benefits administration, invoices and HR documentation
• Organising HR files in line with GDPR requirements
• Providing general administrative support to the People & Culture team

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience in an HR administration
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• Confidence working across HR systems and processes
• Ability to work autonomously and manage competing priorities
• A practical, logical approach to problem-solving
• An interest in building a longer-term career within HR
• Experience using PeopleHR (desirable)
• CIPD Level 3 or working towards (desirable)

This role would suit someone who enjoys being hands-on, is comfortable working within a small team, and is keen to add value quickly in a busy, generalist HR environment.

How to apply:
Please send your CV as soon as possible. We are looking to move quickly with this role. The closing date is 11th June.
There will be a one round interview process, which will be in-person, week commencing 15th June.

We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability, and potential. Please let us know if you require any adjustments to ensure the application process works for you.


Charity People is a forward thinking, inclusive organisation that actively and deliberately promotes equity, diversity and inclusion. We know organisations thrive when inclusion is at the forefront. We evidence our commitment by matching charity needs with the skills and experience of candidates irrespective of background e.g. age, disability (including hidden disabilities), gender, gender identity or gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation. We do this because we believe that greater diversity leads to greater results for the charities we work with.

About us 

CASPA encourages autistic pride and supports autistic individuals to have fun, learn life skills, and make safe and inclusive community connections. 

Our vision is to build a society in which autistic individuals feel understood and empowered to be their full self and live their best life. Our values are: 

Acceptance – We are inclusive and celebrate our differences. 

Support – We are supportive, caring and kind. 

Community – We connect people and build community. 

Trust – We earn trust and create safety. 

Communication – We listen to others and communicate honestly. 

About the role 

The HR and Operations Manager is responsible for managing the employee lifecycle and core operational functions at CASPA.

The role ensures that HR and operational processes are efficient, compliant, and accessible.It also has a strategic focus on user experience in a neurodiverse organisation. 

What you’ll do: 

• Manage the full employee lifecycle 

• Keep HR processes running smoothly, ensuring they are efficient, compliant and easy to use. 

• Maintain accurate HR systems so all our date is up to date and GDPR compliant. 

• Manage monthly payroll and pension processing. 

• Provide clear, practical HR advice, guidance, and support to managers and staff on employee relations and workplace issues 

• Lead staff wellbeing, engagement, and development to promote a positive workplace culture. 

• Help deliver important infrastructure projects. 

• Make sure day-to-day operations run efficiently. 

• Keep processes running smoothly so our teams can focus on supporting our members and staff. 

• Bring a strategic focus on accessibility and a great user experience for everyone. 

Salary Band: £26,590.64 per annum
Contract Type:  12 month fixed-term contract with potential to extend 

Reports to: Chief Operating Officer 

Working Pattern:28 hours per week. 

Location: Able to work at CASPA's Oakley House Bromley office on Mondays and/or Tuesdays with hybrid-working flexibility for remaining hours.

About you 

We’re looking for someone who is 

• Resilient and solution-focused 

• Able to work independently and as part of a team 

• Proactive and people-focused in communications with colleagues and staff 

• Takes pride in delivering high-quality work 

• Eager to learn and develop in the role 

You are also someone who shares our way of working: 

Committed – We are committed to CASPA’s mission and our work. 

Learning – We share knowledge, learn from others to grow our skills, and  support others to grow. 

Proactive – We take action, problem solve and “muck in” where needed. 

Organised – We plan and manage our time, tasks and responsibilities. 

Optimistic – We think positively, encourage fun, and promote autistic Pride. 

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. 
 
We are keen to attract those with lived experience of autism. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and disability. 

The safety and welfare of our members is paramount. This post is subject to satisfactory references and a full DBS check. 

Closing date for applications: 11th June 2026 

Interviews to take place: w/c 15th June 2026 

We may close our recruitment campaign early based on application suitability and encourage you to apply as soon as possible. 

Please note that this role requires candidates to have the right to work in the UK for the duration of employment without sponsorship. 

If you want CASPA to delete your personal information after the recruitment campaign closes, let us know when you apply. 

This is an exciting opportunity to lead and deliver an HR transformation project, helping AMRC to deliver a more effective HR function that enables our team to learn, develop and thrive. The postholder will be responsible for refreshing and delivering fit-for-purpose HR policies and processes, and for developing a new learning and development framework. AMRC has a small but growing team (now 20 people) and we have always outsourced our HR support. We are now looking for someone who can embed themselves in the AMRC team, to understand our culture and help us prioritise being a great place to work. AMRC has recently published a new strategy which sets out our purpose to champion, support and connect our members. This role will help us show how we also champion, support and connect our employees.

Please see the attached job description for more information. 

HR Officer

Salary: £38,738 per annum

Contract: Full-time, 3-month fixed term contract - to start ASAP

Location: London (hybrid working available)

We are pleased to be supporting a specialist higher education institution in the search for a temporary HR Officer. This is an excellent opportunity for an HR professional with strong employee relations experience to work across a varied and impactful caseload.

Working closely with HR Business Partners and senior stakeholders, this role provides high‑quality, practical advice across the full employee lifecycle, supporting managers to navigate people matters confidently, compliantly and consistently.

Key Responsibilities for this role include:

Employee Relations & Advisory Support

• Providing professional advice and support across a broad range of employee relations matters, including absence management, performance, conduct, grievance, capability and dignity at work cases.
• Supporting managers with disciplinary, grievance and change‑related processes in line with policy, procedure and employment legislation.
• Advising on occupational health referrals, interpreting reports and supporting managers to implement recommendations.

Policy, Contracts & Casework

• Supporting the interpretation and application of HR policies, procedures and terms and conditions of employment.
• Managing the fixed‑term contracts process, including tracking end dates, coordinating extensions or terminations, issuing documentation and ensuring compliance.
• Advising on family‑friendly leave, flexible and hybrid working arrangements, career breaks and related processes, including the production of maternity leave schedules.

Change, Job Evaluation & Projects

• Contributing to organisational change activity, including restructures, changes to terms and conditions, redundancy and redeployment processes.
• Undertaking job evaluations for new or amended roles to support recruitment, regrading and organisational design activity.
• Supporting people‑focused projects relating to contractual, policy or terms and conditions changes.

Collaboration & Best Practice

• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider People & Culture function to share expertise, coordinate activity and ensure consistency.
• Developing strong internal and external networks to ensure the application of best practice and awareness of sector developments.

To be considered for this position, you should bring:

• CIPD Level 5 or above qualification.
• Previous HR experience within Higher Education institutions.
• Demonstrable experience managing employee relations casework within a complex, unionised environment.
• Sound working knowledge of UK employment law and HR best practice.
• Strong interpersonal, analytical and communication skills, with the resilience to manage competing priorities.
• High standards of data protection, information governance and confidentiality.
• Digital confidence, with experience using HR systems and collaborative digital tools.

Knowledge of job evaluation frameworks, HR systems and UKVI requirements would be advantageous.

If you're motivated by the opportunity to provide meaningful HR support in a culturally rich and values‑driven academic environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Please apply below and submit your CV in Word format.

As a specialist Recruitment Practice, we are committed to building inclusive and diverse organisations and welcome applications from all sections of the community. We invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you throughout the application process.

HR Business Partner

Calling all HR experts!

Anna Freud is seeking a HR Business Partner to join our world-leading mental health charity for children, young people and their families. Our mission is to close the gap in wellbeing and mental health by advancing, translating, delivering, and sharing the best science and practice with everyone who impacts the lives of children, young people and their families. More information about Anna Freud is available on our website.

Our EDI commitment

We are dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and being an equal opportunities employer, whereby equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) are core to our recruitment practices. All candidates who meet the job criteria will be considered for employment, regardless of ethnic origin, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, disability, age, socioeconomic background, caring responsibilities and care experience.

We ask candidates to share their diversity dimensions with us to help us identify, tackle and prevent bias across the employee lifecycle. We believe a diverse workforce enhances our ability to support mental health and wellbeing, allowing us to better meet the needs of the children, young people and families we serve.

As a Disability Confident employer, disabled candidates meeting our criteria are guaranteed an interview. Applications are submitted anonymously and assessed using a fair evaluation process based on the criteria set out in our job profiles.

What we offer

We offer a range of staff benefits, including an all-in-one rewards and recognition platform called Perkbox and wellbeing offers such as finishing early on Fridays and free counselling through our Employee Assistance Programme. We are proud to have staff-led Diversity Networks offering unique opportunities for learning, connection and impact.

Alongside our wider staff benefits, this is a great role for someone looking to build broad HR Business Partnering experience in a varied and purpose-driven organisation. You’ll be part of a collaborative and well-connected People & Culture team, with opportunities to work closely with senior leaders, contribute to organisation-wide projects and change activity, and build strong partnerships across Anna Freud. The role also offers opportunities for continued professional development through initiatives such as our Manager Development Programme, alongside opportunities to help shape the colleague experience and share ideas through forums such as the Employee Voice Forum.

What you’ll do

This is a varied and collaborative HR Business Partner role where you’ll work closely with senior leaders and managers across Anna Freud, helping shape people plans, provide expert advice and support teams to deliver their priorities in a way that reflects our values and supports a positive colleague experience.

• You’ll build trusted relationships with Executive Directors and senior managers, getting to know their teams and priorities so you can offer practical and proactive people support that meets business needs
• You’ll provide expert advice and guidance on a range of employee relations matters, including restructures, TUPE transfers, disciplinary and grievance matters, helping managers feel confident navigating complex situations
• You’ll partner with colleagues across People & Culture, including HR Operations, Organisational Development and Recruitment, to deliver joined-up people initiatives and make sure support feels consistent and effective
• You’ll help shape and implement people strategies that support service delivery, using your HR expertise to develop solutions that are practical, people-focused and aligned with organisational priorities
• You’ll coach and support managers to build confidence in leading their teams, while helping to embed inclusive recruitment and people practices that reflect Anna Freud’s values and commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

What you’ll bring

This role would suit an experienced HR professional who enjoys building strong relationships, partnering with senior leaders and providing practical, people-focused advice in a collaborative and purpose-driven organisation. You’ll bring a broad HR generalist background, sound judgement and the confidence to support managers through both day-to-day people matters and wider organisational change.

• Strong experience developing and delivering HR strategy, with the ability to translate organisational priorities into practical people-focused solutions
• Excellent knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practice, alongside experience advising on employee relations matters such as restructures, TUPE transfers, disciplinary and grievance processes
• Proven experience building effective working relationships with managers, colleagues and wider stakeholders, with the confidence to influence and build credibility at all levels
• Experience supporting or leading change projects, with the ability to balance business needs with a positive colleague experience and organisational values
• Excellent communication and coaching skills, with the ability to provide clear advice, support managers to build confidence and contribute to inclusive people practices across the organisation

 

Key details

Hours: Full-time 35 hours per week: usual working hours are Monday to Friday, 09:00-17:00. Flexible working is possible.

Salary: £52,000 FTE per annum, plus 6% contributory pension scheme

Location: hybrid working (a mixture of onsite and home/remote working). Staff are working onsite for at least 20% of their working hours at our London office (4-8 Rodney Street, London N1 9JH)

Contract type: Permanent

Next steps

Closing date for applications: midday (12pm), Monday 15 June 2026. Please note that due to high application volumes, we may close this advert early. We encourage you to apply promptly and to keep an eye on our future vacancies for more opportunities.

Notification of interview: shortlisted applicants will be notified no later than Monday, 22 June 2026. During shortlisting, applicants are anonymously assessed using the criteria visible in the Job Profile. Please note: due to the high volume of applications received, we will not be able to provide feedback to unsuccessful applicants.

Interviews: will be held in-person/remotely in week commencing 6 July 2026

How to apply: click on the 'apply now’ button to apply online. We are unable to accept CVs and kindly request no contact from agencies.

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About the role

The HR Coordinator will play a key role in supporting the smooth running of The Brilliant Club’s HR operations. Sitting within a wider HR team, this role is primarily focused on delivering high quality administrative support across the employee lifecycle, particularly in relation to attraction, recruitment, selection, onboarding and offboarding activity.

Working closely with the HR Director and wider HR team, the HR Coordinator will help ensure that HR processes are delivered efficiently, consistently and with excellent attention to detail. The role will involve maintaining accurate employee records within our HR system (Personio), coordinating recruitment administration, supporting compliance processes and assisting with a range of people-related activities across the organisation.

Alongside core HR administration, the HR Coordinator will also have the opportunity to support wider HR and organisational projects, including elements of equality, diversity and inclusion work, process improvement initiatives and systems development. At times, the role may also involve supporting related administrative activity connected to our tutor workforce and wider operations processes.

This role would suit someone with strong organisational and administrative skills who thrives in a fast paced, detail-oriented environment and enjoys balancing multiple priorities. We are looking for someone who is proactive, flexible and willing to get stuck into a broad range of work, including opportunities that may sit slightly outside of their immediate remit in order to support their own development and the wider team.

Prior HR experience is not essential, however a genuine interest in HR, people, culture and organisational development is strongly encouraged and desirable. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is looking to build a career within HR and develop their skills within a supportive, collaborative and mission-driven organisation.

About you

The role will best suit someone who

• Essential – Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities effectively, work independently and exercise good judgement around when to escalate issues or seek support.
• Essential – Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Essential – Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to tailor communication to different audiences and present information clearly and professionally.
• Essential – Good numerical and mathematical ability, including confidence working with proportions and calculations relating to employee entitlements. Training will be provided, however an aptitude and awareness around working with numbers is essential.
• Essential – A proactive and solutions-focused approach to problem solving, with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Essential – A demonstrable passion for The Brilliant Club’s mission to increase access to higher education for underrepresented groups.
• Essential – An interest in HR, people management, culture or organisational development, alongside a willingness to learn and develop within the role.
• Essential – Adhere to information security policies included in the charity’s ISO 27001 manual and complete information security training.
• Desirable – Previous experience in an administrative role, particularly within a busy or fast paced environment.
• Desirable – Experience of working in a small or medium-sized charity or education environment.
• Desirable – Experience of working with HR systems, databases or managing sensitive employee data.

Provide expert HR support to deliver organisational change, role design, and workforce improvements. Partner with leaders to ensure effective people solutions aligned to University priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Support organisational change initiatives, including restructures and consultations.
• Advise on organisational design, workforce planning, and role clarity.
• Lead reviews and updates of job descriptions and support job evaluation processes.
• Provide expert HR advice on policies, employee relations, and people issues.
• Work collaboratively with the HR partnering team to deliver consistent support.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships and influence decision-making.

Essential:

• Experience in HR Business Partnering or senior advisory roles
• Strong background in change management and consultations
• Knowledge of job design/evaluation and employment law
• Excellent communication and stakeholder skills
• CIPD qualified (Level 5+)

Desirable:

• Experience in higher education or public sector

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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Head of Human Resources

Could you confidently manage employee related issues including the creation and maintenance of an organisational culture that encourages staff to develop and succeed?

We are hiring for a Head of HR to join the team for a maternity cover contract (approx. 12 months).

Our client is an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and meet human needs in his name without discrimination.

Position: Head of Human Resources

Location: London

Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week

Salary: £90,125.30 per annum plus travel to work allowance up to £3900 pa

Contract: Fixed term maternity cover of approx. 12 months (potentially up to 14 months depending on the return date of the substantive post holder)

Benefits: Contributory pension scheme; generous travel to work allowance; 25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays per annum; café discount.

Closing Date: 19 June 2026

Interviews held: W/C 29 June 2026

Planned start date: September 2026

About the Role

This role involves preparing and maintaining an effective people strategy that exemplifies good HR practice in line with corporate business strategy and mission. Ultimately, this role will lead the HR operation of International Headquarters to ensure that all elements are delivered effectively and to a high standard, in line with IHQ’s strategy.

Candidates should note that this role is predominantly office based and there is an expectation of fully in-person attendance for this role for the first month in post, with the possibility to apply to work from home 1-2 days per week after this.

About You

The successful candidate will have:

• CIPD Level 7 qualified (or equivalent) or demonstrable senior level HR expertise.
• Significant experience at senior HR leadership level, with responsibility for both strategic and operational HR delivery.
• Proven experience of developing, implementing and reviewing HR strategy aligned to organisational mission and values.
• Strong, practical knowledge of UK employment law, with experience interpreting legislation into policy and practice.
• Experience of working closely with senior leaders, boards or committees, providing professional HR advice and challenge.
• Strong strategic thinking and planning skills, with the ability to translate strategy into effective operational delivery.
• Excellent professional judgement, with the ability to handle sensitive, confidential and high-risk matters appropriately.
• Ability to lead change, drive continuous improvement and enhance employee experience.

The above list is not exhaustive; a full person specification can be found within the recruitment pack.

Successful candidates will actively demonstrate our staff values of acting with GRACE and TRUTH:

• Growth and Transformation
• Respect and Recognition
• Accountability and Understanding
• Collaboration and Trust
• Empowerment and Honesty

If you feel you have the necessary experience and would like to join the team, apply today!

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