HR Assistant

HR Assistant
Permanent
Salary up to £30,060
Runcorn – Hybrid

Regional role that will require travel across the North West with the Head Office in Runcorn

Medlock Partners are proud to be partnering with a leading organisation in the education sector to recruit a dedicated HR Assistant. Reporting to the HR Manager, this role offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to HR operations within a dynamic, values-driven environment. The position involves supporting sites across the region, offering a mix of HR administrative tasks and advisory responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities of the HR Assistant:

1. Provide comprehensive administrative support, including maintaining accurate employee records and processing data efficiently.
2. Manage recruitment processes, from advertising roles to onboarding new staff members.
3. Support the implementation and management of HR systems, ensuring compliance with statutory regulations.
4. Monitor and assist with pre-employment checks, including Enhanced DBS clearance and reference collection.
5. Oversee absence management and maintain accurate records for payroll and performance tracking.
6. Assist in delivering HR training and workshops to promote best practices.

Key Requirements for the HR Assistant:

1. HR administration experience and familiarity with HR systems.
2. CIPD qualification (or working towards) is preferred.
3. Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
4. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word.
5. Knowledge of employment law and safer recruitment practices is advantageous.

What’s on Offer?

1. Competitive salary and benefits package.
2. A supportive and inclusive working environment.
3. Opportunities for professional growth and development.
4. Access to work-life balance initiatives, including a cycle-to-work scheme and employee health programs.

If you are interested in this HR Assistant position and feel your experience matches the criteria, then please apply now for immediate consideration or for more information please contact Mark Croston.

Medlock Partners are a professional services recruitment specialist. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances, including minorities and those with disabilities. Please note our advertisements use years' experience and salary levels purely as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role. If you do not hear from us within 48 hours please assume that your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.