People Administrator Support

Leisure Employment Services; Preston; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully funded qualifications

Employee discounts

Free access to facilities

On-park dining discounts up to 50%

Store discounts at Haven Holidays and

National brand discounts

Job summary

Haven Holidays is seeking a People Administrator to support the HR and People Operations team in Preston. You’ll help manage onboarding, payroll support, and welfare initiatives while assisting the People Administrator in day-to-day team management.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, effective communication, and the ability to work across departments to ensure accurate records and a positive employee experience.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an HR, administrative, or people operations role is beneficial.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Good communication with a helpful, approachable attitude.
• Proficiency with HR software or systems and willingness to learn Haven platforms.
• Ability to work independently and with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist the People Administrator in managing team records, onboarding, leave tracking, and payroll support.
• Support managers with recruitment, onboarding compliance, and keeping team profiles up to date.
• Help maintain compliance tasks, including DBS checks, training reminders, and contract updates.
• Coordinate with the team to monitor engagement, welfare programs, and wellbeing initiatives.
• Handle team queries on pay, schedules, and system access with friendly, efficient support.
• Assist with team recognition programs and engagement activities, including surveys and awards.

Skills

HR experience

Attention to detail

Communication

HR software

Tools

HR software systems

Job description

Position: People Administrator Support Type: Full-Time / Fixed Term Contract Salary: Competitive Join our One Great Team here at Haven as a People Administrator, where you’ll play a key part in supporting the park leadership team to create a positive team experience. We’re on the lookout for an organised and motivated People Administrator Support to join our HR and People Operations team. In this role, you’ll assist our People Administrator in all aspects of team management, from onboarding to payroll support and welfare initiatives. If you have a passion for people, an eye for detail, and a desire to make a positive impact, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the People Administrator in managing team records, including onboarding, leave tracking, and payroll support.
• Support managers with recruitment, onboarding compliance, and ensuring all team profiles are accurate and up to date.
• Help maintain compliance tasks, including DBS checks, training reminders, and contract updates.
• Coordinate with the People Administrator to monitor team engagement, support welfare programs, and promote wellbeing initiatives across the park.
• Assist with handling team queries on pay, schedules, and system access, providing friendly, efficient support.
• Help organise team recognition programs and assist with engagement activities, including surveys and awards.

Requirements

• Previous experience in an HR, administrative, or people operations role is beneficial.
• Strong attention to detail, with excellent organisational and multitasking skills.
• Good communication skills, with a helpful and approachable attitude.
• Proficiency with HR software or systems, and a willingness to learn Haven’s specific platforms.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

What We Offer

• An inclusive, supportive work environment.
• Comprehensive training and ongoing support.
• Career development opportunities, including fully funded qualifications.
• Exclusive team perks, including up to 50% off on-park dining, 20% discounts on Haven Holidays and in-store purchases, free access to our facilities, savings at national brands and retailers, and so much more!

At Haven, we believe a career should be more than just a job — it should be something you love. As the UK’s leading holiday operator, we’re proud to offer exciting job opportunities. With over 9,000 amazing team members, 39 stunning seaside locations, and a vibrant support centre in Hemel Hempstead, we’re all about creating unforgettable experiences — not just for our guests and holiday homeowners, but for our team too. From the coasts of Scotland to the shores of Cornwall, Norfolk to Wales, our parks are set in some of the UK’s most breath‑taking spots, where memories are made every single day. We’re passionate about what we do and have a lot of fun doing it — all thanks to our welcoming Breath of Fresh Air culture. If you’re thinking about joining us, we couldn’t be more excited to welcome you. Here’s to the start of something special at Haven!