HR Assistant - Maternity Cover (Fixed Term)

The Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice; Farnham; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension Plan (matched up to 7.5%)

Employee Assistance Programme

Blue Light Discount Card

Skill Development and Training

Project-Based Learning

Professional Growth

Job summary

The Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice in Farnham is seeking a full-time, fixed-term HR Assistant to cover maternity leave from Oct/Nov 2026 to Dec 2027. The role involves recruitment and lifecycle administration, HRIS record maintenance, and supporting the HR team with various duties. Hybrid working is possible.

You will join a friendly HR team, reporting to the HR Manager and HR Officer, gaining a broad understanding of HR and Payroll in a charity/healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• A proactive, helpful and can-do attitude is essential.
• Excellent organisation skills with the ability to multi-task.
• The ability to learn quickly, and to work at a fast pace.
• A flexible and professional approach to work.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong administration skills.
• The ability to handle sensitive information in a confidential manner.
• Strong team working skills as well as the ability to work independently.
• The ability to build relationships at all levels and influence.

Responsibilities

• Provide efficient, organised HR support in all areas of HR with a focus on recruitment and employee lifecycle administration.
• Maintain accurate HR records within the HR Information System (HRIS).
• Be the first line responder to HR queries and provide support in other HR areas, including notetaking at meetings.

Skills

Proactive attitude

Excellent organisation

Multi-tasking

Learn quickly

Fast pace

Flexible approach

Interpersonal skills

Microsoft Office

Administration skills

Confidential handling

Team player

Relationship building

Education

No formal HR degree required

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Phyllis Tuckwell Hospice in Farnham is seeking a full-time, fixed-term HR Assistant to cover maternity leave from Oct/Nov 2026 to Dec 2027. The role involves recruitment and lifecycle administration, HRIS record maintenance, and supporting the HR team with various duties. Hybrid working is possible.

You will join a friendly HR team, reporting to the HR Manager and HR Officer, gaining a broad understanding of HR and Payroll in a charity/healthcare setting.