HR Compliance Officer

Diamond Search Recruitment Ltd; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking an HR Administrator / Compliance Officer in Leeds. This role focuses on recruitment compliance, DBS management, and payroll support. Ideal candidates possess HR administration experience and attention to detail. This temporary position offers £15.40 per hour, and candidates must be available to start immediately with hybrid working options.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR administration, compliance or safer recruitment.
• Experience managing Enhanced DBS and barred-list checks.
• Strong understanding of payroll processes and statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage Enhanced DBS checks with children’s barred list.
• Conduct full employment history checks and explore any gaps.
• Ensure payroll changes comply with employment law and sector regulations.

Skills

HR administration and compliance experience

Enhanced DBS management

Payroll process understanding

Attention to detail

HR systems proficiency

Education

CIPD Level 3 or above (or studying)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

HR Administrator / Compliance Officer (Temporary - Immediate Start)

Location: Leeds, LS15

Rate: £15.40 per hour

Hours: Hybrid working (2-3 days per week in the office)

Contract: Temporary - approximately 4 weeks. Immediate start required

About the Role

Diamond Search Recruitment are delighted to be recruiting, on behalf of our client, for an HR Administrator / Compliance Officer to support safer recruitment, HR compliance and safeguarding requirements within education and children’s residential care settings. The successful candidate will ensure that all recruitment, employee checks, payroll data and safeguarding documentation meet statutory, regulatory and Ofsted standards. This is an excellent opportunity for someone experienced in HR compliance who is available to start immediately.

Key Responsibilities

DBS Management (Enhanced & Barred Lists)

• Manage Enhanced DBS checks with children’s barred list
• Track renewal cycles and maintain accurate DBS records
• Complete ID verification and ensure accurate DBS submissions
• Review disclosures and coordinate risk assessments where required

Employment Referencing & Background Checks

• Conduct full employment history checks and explore any gaps
• Obtain and validate professional, character and safeguarding references
• Escalate discrepancies in line with safer recruitment guidance
• Administer overseas criminal record checks (where applicable)

Payroll Compliance Support

• Ensure payroll changes comply with employment law and sector regulations
• Maintain accurate payroll records (hours, allowances, overtime, training deductions, etc.)
• Liaise with payroll teams to resolve queries and check accuracy
• Ensure compliance with HMRC rules, holiday pay and pension requirements

Skills & Qualifications

Essential:

• Experience in HR administration, compliance or safer recruitment
• Experience managing Enhanced DBS and barred‑list checks
• Strong understanding of payroll processes and statutory requirements
• Excellent attention to detail with strong record‑keeping skills
• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential safeguarding information
• Proficient in HR systems and Microsoft Office

Desirable:

• CIPD Level 3 or above (or studying)
• Experience maintaining a Single Central Record (SCR)
• Knowledge of LADO (Local Authority Designated Officer) processes
• Experience across multi‑site or multi‑setting education/care environments

Personal Attributes

• Strong safeguarding awareness
• Highly organised and detail‑driven
• Confident communicator, able to escalate concerns appropriately
• Professional, discreet and trustworthy
• Able to manage competing priorities under pressure

Interested?

Apply today for immediate consideration.