HR Assistant (26081933) Burgess Hill, England
Salary: GBP 25,000 – 27,000 per annum
Human Resources Assistant £25,000 – £27,000 per annum, Burgess Hill outskirts (own transport necessary), 37.5 hours Monday to Friday 09:00–17:00, Fixed Term Contract maternity cover, 20 days holiday plus bank holidays, benefits package
The Role
An opportunity has arisen for a Human Resources Assistant to join a caring and values‑led organisation on a fixed‑term maternity cover basis (min 12 months). Reporting to the Human Resources Director and working closely with the HR Advisor, the Human Resources Assistant will provide a professional, efficient and customer‑focused HR administration service, supporting the full employee lifecycle with a strong focus on recruitment and onboarding. This is a full‑time, office‑based role offering a varied workload where no two days are the same.
* Providing end‑to‑end recruitment administration, including managing applications, organising interviews and candidate communication
* Supporting safer recruitment practices in line with CQC requirements
* Preparing offer letters, contracts of employment and new starter documentation
* Processing DBS checks, right to work checks and pre‑employment documentation
* Obtaining and reviewing employment references, escalating concerns where required
* Supporting induction processes alongside the HR Advisor
* Maintaining accurate and compliant employee records in line with GDPR requirements
* Supporting the transition from paper‑based to digital HR records
* Preparing HR documentation including contractual changes, probation reviews and leaver administration
* Acting as a first point of contact for HR queries by phone and email
Requirements
The successful Human Resources Assistant will have previous experience in an HR or administration‑based role, ideally with exposure to recruitment or employee lifecycle processes. You will be highly organised, detail‑focused and comfortable handling confidential information with professionalism and discretion. Strong written and verbal communication skills and confidence using Microsoft Office applications are essential. A calm and methodical approach to managing a varied workload will be key. This role could suit someone who has worked as an HR Administrator, People Administrator or HR Support Officer.
Company Information
You will be joining a friendly and supportive organisation operating within the care and nursing sector, set within extensive grounds in an area of outstanding natural beauty. The organisation is committed to delivering high‑quality care and places wellbeing, dignity and respect at the heart of everything it does. Employees benefit from a positive working culture, strong values and a genuine focus on staff wellbeing.
Package
* 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday 09:00–17:00
* Office‑based role in Burgess Hill outskirts – own transport necessary
* Free meals while on duty
* Free staff transport from local areas
* Annual pay reviews
* Life cover
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Paid sick leave (terms apply)
* Additional leave and bereavement leave
* DBS checks fully funded
* Access to Blue Light Card discounts
* Cycle to Work scheme
* Staff wellbeing initiatives and social events
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