HR Assistant

Service Care Solutions Ltd; Penrith; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent organization is seeking a HR Administrative Assistant to join their Human Resources team at Police HQ in Penrith. The successful candidate will provide essential clerical support, manage HR data, and communicate with both internal and external stakeholders. This is an excellent opportunity for those with an administrative background and a keen interest in HR, offering hybrid working after the initial full-time month on-site. Proficiency in Microsoft Office and attention to detail are crucial.

Qualifications

• Experience in administration and data management required.
• Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
• Team player comfortable also with independent work.

Responsibilities

• Provide clerical and administrative support to the HR team.
• Maintain electronic filing systems and manage HR data.
• Liaise with internal departments and external organizations.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal communication

Prioritization

Education

GCSEs in English and Maths (Grade 4 or above)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Advert: HR Administrative Assistant Location: Police Headquarters, Penrith
Department: Human Resources
Rate: £12.57 per hour PAYE / £16.53 per hour Umbrella
Contract: Temporary (while a departmental review is undertaken)
Working Hours: Monday – Friday, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Full-time, flexi scheme available)
Working Pattern:

• Full-time in the office for the first month
  
  
• Hybrid working available thereafter (2 days from home per week)
  
  

About the Role Cumbria Constabulary is seeking a HR Administrative Assistant to provide essential support to our Human Resources team based at Police HQ, Penrith. This is a great opportunity for someone with a strong administrative background and interest in HR to contribute to a busy and professional team during a period of departmental review.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide general clerical and administrative support across the HR team
  
  
• Maintain and manage electronic filing systems and HR data
  
  
• Act as a point of contact for internal and external queries via phone, email, or in person
  
  
• Liaise with internal departments and external organisations, including other police forces
  
  
• Assist in organising meetings and taking part where appropriate
  
  
• Ensure accurate and timely data entry and management of HR records
  
  

Top 3 Key Skills

1. Accuracy – strong attention to detail is essential for maintaining high-quality HR records
   
   
2. Communication – excellent interpersonal and written communication with internal and external stakeholders
   
   
3. Prioritisation – ability to manage conflicting priorities and workload in a dynamic environment
   
   

Candidate Requirements Essential:

• Experience in administration and data management
  
  
• Ability to deal professionally with confidential and sensitive information
  
  
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths (Grade 4 or above)
  
  
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
  
  
• Comfortable working in a team and independently
  
  

Desirable:

• Previous experience working in an HR environment
  
  
• HR qualification (or willingness to work towards one)
  
  

Additional Information

• You’ll be part of a supportive HR team, working closely with HR Advisors and the HR Manager.
  
  
• This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain insight into all aspects of HR with potential for further development.
  
  
• Candidates must be able to work on-site full-time for the first month of employment before moving to a hybrid model.
  
  

To Apply To express your interest or request further information, please contact:
[e-mail].