HR Administrative Assistant

CARING FOR COMMUNITIES AND PEOPLE; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading charity as a part-time HR Administrative Assistant, providing essential support within a friendly team. Your role will encompass key administrative functions to foster smooth HR operations while developing your career in the voluntary sector. Enjoy competitive benefits including holiday entitlement, pension schemes, and a supportive workplace culture.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus public holidays

Enhanced pension and sick pay

Death in service benefit

Free subscription to Benenden Cashback plan or Perkbox Discounts

Qualifications

• Previous administrative experience, preferably in an HR department.
• Strong organisational skills and ability to multi-task.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and triage the HR inbox.
• Prepare and process employment documents and reports.
• Liaise with department managers on staffing matters.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Discretion

Attention to detail

Education

Administrative experience

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Job description

About Us

CCP exists to prevent the causes and reduce the effects of homelessness, family breakdown and exclusion.

As a HR Administrative Assistant, you’ll be a key part of our team, helping to provide essential administrative support to the Human Resources department and ensuring the smooth delivery of a range of people services.

About the Role

We are looking for a motivated and well-organised person to cover maternity leave in our busy and friendly team.
Reporting to the HR Generalist, you will:

• Monitor and triage the HR inbox
• Prepare and process employment documents and reports
• Support administrative tasks such as sickness, probation, and benefits
• Liaise with department managers on staffing matters
• Handle renewal of Right to Work and DBS checks
• Take minutes at meetings and follow-up on actions

This is a great opportunity to learn more about human resources in a supportive and rewarding environment.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• Previous administrative experience, preferably within an HR department
• Strong organisational skills and ability to multi-task
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• A high level of discretion, confidentiality, and attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• An understanding of, or willingness to learn, employment processes and legislation
• A genuine interest in the voluntary sector and a commitment to our values is desirable.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday, plus public holidays, with an additional day added per year and an option to purchase more*
• Enhanced pension and sick pay
• Death in service benefit
• Free subscription to Benenden Cashback plan or Perkbox Discounts
• 45p Business Mileage**

Why choose CCP

• Investors in People Gold accredited employer, committed to making the workplace better for you.
• Excellent training and support to help you excel in your role.
• A voice in various groups, including Proud2Be, Green Impact, Health & Safety, and Health and Wellbeing.
• Access to a Workplace Welfare Manager for support when needed.
• Be part of an organisation that delivers social value ; check out our latest Impact Report https://impact.ccp.org.uk/

Are Your Values Aligned with Ours?

We look for staff who embody our SPIRIT values:

Show gratitude and appreciation of others.

Demonstrate personal and professional pride .

Integrity is everything.

Reflect and learn.

Continuous improvement .

Take your best self wherever you go.

How to Apply

If you're ready to make a meaningful difference and share our values, click the apply button to start your journey with CCP.

Position: HR Administrative Assistant (Job ID 989)

Contract: Part-time, Fixed Term Maternity Cover until May 2026

Hours: 22.5-25 per week (worked over 4 or 5 days)

Location: Cheltenham (with the option to work a mix of hybrid home/office working)

Pay: £14,742 - £16,380 per year (Dependent on hours worked - £24,570 FTE)

Closing Date: 30th June 2025 - CCP reserves the right to close the job advert early if needed.

CCP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all.

Safer Recruitment

Our robust Safeguarding Policy guides our recruitment process. We believe in the rehabilitative power of employment and working toward a purpose, so a prior conviction will not necessarily prevent you from joining CCP. Please note this role is subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks and also an enhanced check by the Disclosure & Barring Services, paid for by CCP.

*Annual Leave entitlement will be pro-rata for Part-time staff. Working on public holidays due to a rota pattern will be compensated with time off in lieu. An extra day of leave accrues for each completed financial year (capped at 5). Purchasing additional holidays is capped at 5 per year.

**Contracted staff only. Business mileage (45p a mile) is paid for any daily miles over and above the distance from your home to the allocated workplace location and back. You'll need a well-maintained vehicle with valid tax, MOT and Insurance covering business use.



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