Truro and Penwith College
Cornwall
Job type:
Full Time, Permanent
Apply by:
13 October 2025
Job overview
Are you passionate about people and committed to delivering HR excellence? Truro & Penwith College is seeking a Human Resources & Employee Services Associate to play a key role in supporting our HR operations and contributing to a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
In this varied and rewarding role, you will:
* Act as the first point of contact for HR enquiries, providing professional advice and guidance to staff and managers.
* Support the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, policy development, and HR compliance.
* Maintain accurate HR records in line with employment legislation and best practice.
* Contribute to staff wellbeing initiatives and help promote an engaging, supportive working environment.
We are looking for an individual who can demonstrate:
* A minimum of 3 years' experience in HR, recruitment, and employee relations.
* Strong knowledge of UK employment law and HR practice.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
* Proficiency in using HR information systems and other IT applications.
A CIPD Level 5 qualification (or equivalent) is desirable; however, applications are also welcome from candidates currently working towards this qualification or willing to do so.
At Truro & Penwith College, we value our people and are committed to diversity, inclusion, and continuous professional development. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and supportive team where you can make a real impact.
We offer a generous package with benefits including up to 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays and College closure days, LGPS pension scheme, relocation package, free on-site parking and a variety of on-site benefits and discounts.
Closing date: 5pm, Monday 13 October 2025.
Curriculum Vitae are not accepted, Application Forms only.
Truro and Penwith College is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants must be willing to undergo a Criminal Record (DBS) check and past employment checks.
About Truro and Penwith College
Truro and Penwith College
College Road, Truro
Cornwall
TR1 3XX
United Kingdom
Truro and Penwith College is one of the best tertiary colleges in the country for education and training. This further education college offers a diverse range of opportunities in Cornwall and achieved Grade 1 in every key category in a January 2007 Ofsted inspection report. Outstanding learner achievement on work based learning and employer facing provision was recognised through the re-accreditation of the Training Quality Standard in 2011.
The College has two main sites one in Truro and one in Penzance. The facilities and resources are second to none. Building on the best individual traditions of both centres, the merged Truro & Penwith College has a local and national reputation as an institution which is lively, innovative, demands high standards of its learners, but is also caring and supportive of individuals.
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