People Team Assistant

The Travel Chapter Group.; Bideford; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading holiday home company in Bideford is seeking a People Assistant to support the HR team. This role involves managing HR processes and creating positive experiences for employees. Candidates should have HR administrative experience and a good understanding of UK employment law. The company offers 25 days of paid holiday, paid volunteering days, and various social benefits. Join a welcoming team dedicated to inclusivity and community support.

Benefits

25 days’ paid holiday plus bank holidays

Special day off for birthday

£500 towards a holiday

Paid day to volunteer

Friends and family discount scheme

Life assurance

Social clubs and company events

Qualifications

• Experience in an HR admin or coordination role in a fast paced environment.
• Confidence using HR systems and Microsoft Office.
• A good understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice.

Responsibilities

• Be the welcoming first point of contact for everything People and Culture.
• Support colleagues across the full employee lifecycle.
• Help create a positive and memorable experience at every touchpoint.

Skills

HR admin experience

Confidence using HR systems

Understanding of UK employment law

Proactive approach

Strong organization

Clear communication skills

Education

CIPD Level 3 (desirable)

Tools

HR systems (HiBob, TeamTailor)

Microsoft Office

Job description

Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract

Hours of Work: 37.5 hours per week

Location: Bideford

What will I be doing?

As our People Assistant, you’ll be the welcoming first point of contact for everything People and Culture. You’ll support colleagues across the full employee lifecycle and help create a positive, thoughtful and memorable experience at every touchpoint. Working closely with our People Advisor and wider People Team, you’ll keep our processes running smoothly while playing a key role in the initiatives that make Travel Chapter a great place to work.

Your next chapter

We know the perfect candidate who ticks every single box doesn’t exist. If you’re excited by the role and can do most of the below, please get in touch. You could be exactly what we need.

What you’ll bring

• Experience in an HR admin or coordination role in a fast paced environment
• Confidence using HR systems (for example HiBob or TeamTailor) and Microsoft Office
• A good understanding of UK employment law and HR best practice
• A proactive, friendly and solutions focused approach
• Strong organisation and a keen eye for detail
• Clear communication skills with the ability to stay calm when things get busy
• CIPD Level 3 (desirable, not essential)

What’s in it for you?

• 25 days’ paid holiday plus bank holidays
• A special day off to celebrate your birthday or a loved one’s
• £500 towards a holiday of your choice
• A paid day to volunteer with a charity close to your heart
• Friends and family discount scheme
• Life assurance for peace of mind
• Social clubs to join and communities to belong to
• Brilliant company events including our famous Christmas parties

Who are we?

We’re Travel Chapter, the holiday home people, and we’re on a mission to showcase great places to stay across the UK. From cosy cottages to coastal retreats, we help guests make lasting memories while supporting local communities and property owners. We’ve grown from a small South West agency to one of the market leaders, while keeping our family feel and people first approach.

We’re proud to be listed in the Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2024 and we put our colleagues at the heart of everything we do. We’re a place where everyone is welcome and encouraged to explore ideas, be bold and evolve. Things don’t always go to plan, but we take a common sense approach, learn from it and make it right.

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace and diversity is key to our success. If you need any adjustments during the application or selection process so you can perform at your best, please let us know. We’d be happy to help.

Ready to start your next chapter? We’d love to hear from you.