Temporary HR Advisor

Wade Macdonald; Reading; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A respected recruitment agency in Central Reading is seeking a Temporary HR Advisor for a hands-on role in a small HR team. The successful candidate will support the full employee lifecycle, manage recruitment, and provide generalist HR advice. Ideal applicants will have 3–5 years of UK-based HR experience and strong interpersonal skills. This is an opportunity to contribute to a mission-driven environment while enjoying a competitive hourly rate.

Benefits

Holiday Pay

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of recent HR advisory experience in a generalist role.
• Experience ideally within a small organisation.
• Ability to manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate recruitment, onboarding, and compliance checks.
• Advise on employee relations matters.
• Prepare payroll information and liaise with finance.
• Support employee wellbeing and maintain HR records.
• Administer learning and development activities.
• Manage the HR inbox and respond to queries.
• Assist in policy development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Up-to-date employment law knowledge

Proactive approach

Hands-on experience

Education

CIPD Level 3 or 5

Job description

Temporary HR Advisor – Central Reading – £15.00 to £17.00 per hour + Holiday Pay – 5 Days Office-Based – 3 Months Initially

About the Client

This opportunity is with a respected organisation in the Not For Profit sector. Based in central Reading, they are a well-established team supporting a meaningful cause in the local community. They believe in open communication and transparency, building trust and fostering strong relationships with employees and clients alike.

About the Job

This is an ongoing temporary position requiring a confident HR Advisor to join a small, hands‑on HR team. The successful applicant will support managers and employees across the full employee lifecycle, working closely with the Head of HR to provide generalist advice, manage processes, and contribute to a range of operational and administrative HR duties.

Duties will include :

• Coordinating end‑to‑end recruitment, onboarding, and compliance checks (including DBS and Right to Work)
• Advising on employee relations matters including grievance, disciplinary, and absence management
• Preparing payroll information and liaising with finance
• Supporting employee wellbeing initiatives and internal staff communications
• Producing HR reports and maintaining accurate records in line with GDPR
• Administering learning and development activities and probation tracking
• Ensuring timely responses to HR queries and managing the HR inbox
• Assisting in policy development and deputising for the Head of HR when required

About the Successful Applicant

You will have 3–5 years of recent, UK‑based HR advisory experience in a generalist capacity, ideally within a small organisation. CIPD Level 3 or 5 would be a bonus, along with strong interpersonal skills, up‑to‑date employment law knowledge, and the ability to manage competing priorities with a hands‑on and proactive approach.

What You Will Receive in Return

This is a rewarding opportunity to join a values‑driven organisation with a close‑knit HR team. You’ll play a key role in delivering professional HR support while making a real impact. This is a great option for someone who enjoys responsibility, variety, and working in a supportive and mission‑led environment.

How to Proceed

If this super temporary HR opportunity has sparked your interest, I’m eagerly looking forward to your contact! To advance your next career move, please reach out to Lucy‑Emma at Wade Macdonald today – 07825 502491. You can get in touch by promptly submit your CV through the designated portal. Your next career move awaits! -