Job Title: People AssistantReports To: Senior People Business PartnerSalary/Hours: £26,000 DOE/37.5 hours per weekJob Location: Newcastle or Sheffield based Travel Requirements: Reasonable travel to Group sites/offices as requiredClosing Date: 12pm on Friday 16th January 2026 (we reserve the right to close the vacancy if we receive sufficient applications)At Edwin, we’re building more than a business, we’re building a community. Our purpose-driven approach is at the heart of everything we do, and our People Team is central to ensuring that every colleague feels supported, empowered, and able to thrive.In this varied and fast-paced role, you'll act as a key point of contact for People-related queries while supporting with the management and improvement of our systems and processes as.The People Assistant will act as a trusted partner to key stakeholders in one or more of the Groups services and support the Director of People, Senior People Business Partner and Assistant People Business Partner in delivering the People Strategy. Job Responsibilities / Key AccountabilitiesHR Administration:Manage shared and personal inboxes, ensuring timely responses and follow-up actionsMaintain trackers, chase documents, and manage manual document handling processesOversee onboarding and clearance processes across EdwinSupport with recruitment advertising across Edwin, including arrangement of interviewsSupport the exit/leaver processes across the groupManage the issue of employment contracts, variations to contracts and employment termsManage general absence management reporting informationUpdating HR system as and when required Assisting with Payroll changes and reporting.Employee Experience and Relations:Provide first-line advice and guidance, escalating to the Assistant People Business Partner where required.Support with managing the maternity, paternity, and family leave processesSupport with the creation and development of wellbeing and engagement eventsProject Work & Compliance:Assist with projects and initiatives across the groupEnsure compliance with Health & Safety requirements (including DSE assessments)Manage mandatory and annual training coordinationContinuous ImprovementProvide data to support with data analysis and reporting to support decision-makingAssist with the design and implementation of personal development activities and initiativesESGAct as an Ambassador for the Group’s ESG strategy and with a demonstrated commitment to adopt, promote and comply with ESG policies, developments, and initiatives.Person Specification Qualifications:CIPD Level 3 or willing to work towards Experience:Experience in an HR administrative role or similar people-facing positionStrong organisational and administrative skills with a high attention to detailAbility to manage multiple priorities and work independentlyConfident communicator with excellent interpersonal skillsProficient in using HR systems, Microsoft Office, and data reporting tools Familiarity with wellbeing or ESG initiatives (Desirable)Previous experience of working in and supporting the Education and/or recruitment sector (Desirable)Experience working in a multi-brand or group structure (Desirable)Skills & Competencies:Employment Law: Awareness of employment law and HR best practices (desirable)Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and decision-making abilities, with a proactive approach to addressing challenges.Data Literacy: Proficient in collating and interpreting data to support the people function.Adaptability: Comfortable working in a dynamic environment with multiple priorities and ongoing changes.Team Collaboration: Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate with different teams and departments.Personal Attributes: Positive, proactive, can-do attitude.Strong commitment to ethical practices and confidentiality Passionate about contributing to the success of the education services sectorInnovative and willing to challenge the status quo to improve people practices and processes.Resilient and able to work well under pressure, managing competing demandsCommitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace culture.