Human Resources Assistant

Job Description

We have a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic HR & Payroll Assistant to join our client, a childcare nursery setting in Haywards Heath, working on a part time basis (21 hours) in their HR team. This is an ideal opportunity for candidates wishing to work school hours across 5 days or part time across 3 days a week.

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This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and friendly team where you'll play a key role in ensuring the client's people processes run smoothly.

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Key Responsibilities:

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• Manage the HR inbox and respond to employee queries.

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• Support onboarding and recruitment administration.

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• Process contract changes, maternity/paternity administration, and leaver processes.

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• Maintain employee records and update the BrightHR system.

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• Ensure the Single Central Record (SCR) is accurate and compliant.

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• Provide payroll administration support, including overtime, sickness, and bank staff processing.

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• Take notes at employee relations meetings and support wider HR activities.

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About You:

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• CIPD Level 3 qualified (or working towards).

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• Previous HR or administration experience.

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• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.

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• Confident using Microsoft Office and HR systems.

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• Professional, approachable, and able to maintain confidentiality.

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• Experience within childcare, education, or another regulated environment is desirable.

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In exchange you can expect:

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• A competitive salary.

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• Career development opportunities.

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• Friendly and supportive team environment.

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• Employee wellbeing initiatives.

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• Childcare discount (where applicable).

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Safeguarding is at the heart of everything the client does. Successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks.

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