People & Culture Generalist (Maternity Cover)

Compassion UK; Fleet; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Compassion UK is seeking a People & Culture Generalist for a maternity cover contract. You’ll support HR processes, payroll, benefits, recruitment and training across Compassion UK & Ireland, ensuring accurate data and confidential handling.

This role requires empathy, strong organisation and HR administration experience within a busy, values-driven team. You’ll work with the People & Culture Business Partner and team to translate priorities into practical people solutions, fostering a workplace

Qualifications

• Knowledge of HR processes and concepts, with ability to recognise and resolve typical problems using established options.
• Experience in providing HR function support and administration.
• Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Strong administrative, written and numerical skills.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and HR information systems.
• Excellent attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy and confidentiality.
• Ability to prioritise effectively when situations and demands change.
• Positive and flexible approach to learning new processes and initiatives.
• Pursuing or holding a CIPD Level 3 qualification or equivalent.
• GCSEs in Maths and English or equivalent qualifications.
• Personally committed to the Christian faith (as per policy).

Responsibilities

• Act as a first point of contact for general HR enquiries, offering guidance and timely conclusions.
• Prepare employee correspondence, including contracts, variations and family leave documentation.
• Support monthly payroll processes, pay changes and employee benefits.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records and HR systems.
• Produce people data and reports to inform decision-making.
• Support recruitment campaigns, interview coordination and candidate communications.
• Coordinate learning activities and maintain training records.
• Support lifecycle processes including onboarding, changes and offboarding.
• Assist with employee relations administration, documentation and case tracking.
• Support engagement, wellbeing and culture initiatives.
• Maintain HR resources on SharePoint and look for process improvements.

Skills

HR processes knowledge

HR administration

Customer service

Administrative skills

Microsoft Office

HRIS

Attention to detail

Time management

Discretion/confidentiality

CIPD level 3 progress

Education

CIPD Level 3 or progress

GCSE Maths & English

Tools

Applicant Tracking System

SharePoint

Job description

Compassion UK is seeking a People & Culture Generalist for a maternity cover contract. You’ll support HR processes, payroll, benefits, recruitment and training across Compassion UK & Ireland, ensuring accurate data and confidential handling.

This role requires empathy, strong organisation and HR administration experience within a busy, values-driven team. You’ll work with the People & Culture Business Partner and team to translate priorities into practical people solutions, fostering a workplace