HR Assistant

Capel Manor College; Enfield; Hybrid; GBP 22,000 - GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking a HR Assistant to join its busy Human Resources Department in Enfield. This role offers exposure to various HR functions, including organizing interviews, issuing contracts, and supporting onboarding processes. Ideal candidates should possess effective communication skills and attention to detail. Full training is provided, making it suitable for those without previous HR experience. This position is on-site with potential for hybrid work after probation, and early applications are encouraged.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Access to pension scheme

Retail and leisure discounts

Access to an online GP

Qualifications

• No previous HR experience required; full training and support provided.
• Candidates should communicate effectively.
• Ability to work accurately and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Organising job interviews and acting as HR representative on interview panels.
• Issuing offer letters and contracts of employment.
• Supporting the employee onboarding process.
• Inputting data into the HR system and maintaining staff personnel files.
• Supporting staff on sick leave.
• Attending HR meetings with employees and managers.
• Answering enquiries from staff and senior leaders.

Skills

Effective oral and written communication

Attention to detail

Ability to develop working relationships

Sensitivity in handling difficult issues

Job description

Overview

Capel Manor College is looking to recruit a HR Assistant to join its busy Human Resources Department.

The HR Assistant role promises to be a varied one and no two days will be the same. The role will provide exposure to a range of people-related matters, such as organising job interviews and acting as HR representative on interview panels, issuing offer letters and contracts of employment, supporting the onboarding process by organising references, criminal records checks and medical clearance, inputting data into the HR system and maintaining staff personnel files, supporting staff on sick leave, attending HR meetings involving employees and their line managers and answering general enquiries from staff, managers and senior leaders.

This role is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to establish a career in Human Resources. No previous HR experience is necessary and full training and support will be provided. Candidates should have the ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to work accurately and to meet deadlines. They should also be able to develop effective working relationships with a range of stakeholders and have the ability to deal with difficult issues in a sensitive way.

The post will be based on site at the College’s campus in Enfield with some travel to other sites required. Hybrid working may be available to the right candidate after completion of their probationary period.

Responsibilities

• Organising job interviews and acting as HR representative on interview panels
• Issuing offer letters and contracts of employment
• Supporting the employee onboarding process by organising references, criminal records checks and medical clearance
• Inputting data into the HR system and maintaining staff personnel files
• Supporting staff on sick leave
• Attending HR meetings involving employees and their line managers
• Answering general enquiries from staff, managers and senior leaders

Qualifications and Skills

• No previous HR experience required; full training and support provided
• Effective oral and written communication
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy; ability to meet deadlines
• Ability to develop working relationships with a range of stakeholders
• Ability to handle difficult issues in a sensitive way

Location and Working Pattern

The role is on-site at the College’s campus in Enfield with some travel to other sites. Hybrid working may be available after probation for the right candidate.

About the College

Over the last 50 years, Capel Manor College has helped thousands of school leavers and adults achieve their dream of working with animals, plants and the environment. As London’s environmental college, the College plays a vital role in the green agenda for the capital, equipping the next generation of land-based sector workers with the skills and knowledge needed to preserve and protect London’s wildlife, national parks and green spaces. Capel Manor College offers excellent staff benefits. These include generous annual leave, access to a defined pension scheme, retail and leisure discounts and access to an online GP. For further information on staff benefits, please click here.

At Capel Manor College, we are dedicated to creating and promoting an equal, diverse, and inclusive workforce that empowers all employees to reach their full potential. We strive for a truly representative workforce and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Additionally, we are firmly committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of our students. We expect all staff members to share and uphold this commitment.

Please note that the College does not have a sponsorship licence. We are therefore unable to consider applicants who do not have the right to work in the UK.

We reserve the right to close a position once sufficient suitable applications have been received to form a short list. Early application is therefore encouraged.