HR Administrative Officer Learning & Growth Job HRAO/03/26 Job Grade: AO Permanent Salary will be in the range £26,449 - £28,049 per annum Closing date for applications: 17:00 on Monday 23rd March 2026 Purpose of the role The post-holder will support the Human Resources team in delivering an efficient, high-quality HR service by providing comprehensive administrative assistance across the employee lifecycle. Key duties include coordinating recruitment and selection processes, maintaining accurate employee records through timely data entry and documentation updates, and assisting with ongoing HR activities such as probation, performance management, and contract changes. By the closing date for applications, candidates must demonstrate that they fulfil each of the following Essential Criteria: 1. A minimum of 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at Grade C or above, including English Language and Mathematics. 2. At least 2 years experience working in a professional environment, including 1 year providing HR-related administrative support (e.g. recruitment administration, absence recording supporting HR processes). 3. Proven experience using MS Office applications (including Word, Excel and Outlook) to produce documents, manage data, and communicate effectively. 4. Proven experience handling confidential and sensitive information in line with data protection requirements and organisational policies. 5. Proven experience using a computerised HR or personnel information system (e.g. data entry, running reports, updating employee records). Desirable Criteria 1. Current Associate (or above) membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel Development (CIPD). 2. A recognised HR-related qualification (e.g. CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice or equivalent). 3. Experience working in an HR department within a community, voluntary or public-sector environment. The Victims and Survivors Service is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit. Skills: Admin Human Resources Administrator Administrative Data Entry excel Word Benefits: Pension Fund public holidays hybrid working