About Aspens Charities
With an inclusive approach, Aspens Charities fosters a supportive environment for individuals with disabilities, providing high-quality care and support across the South‑East. We are committed to an accessible recruitment process and welcome applicants who need accommodations during application or interview stages.
About the Role
As a People Assistant at Aspens Charities, you will provide accurate information, guidance and support to employees and volunteers throughout their employee life cycle, supporting engagement, development, retention, exit activities and managing systems. You will respond to queries and support People (including Recruitment), volunteering and operations.
Responsibilities
The People Assistant will ensure effective support for all staff and volunteers, manage People related systems, coordinate recruitment, volunteering and operational support, and facilitate retention and exit processes.
Qualifications
* Ability to work accurately, with attention to detail
* Awareness of employment legislation, policies and regulations
* Knowledge of how the People Department contributes to organisational goals
* Demonstrable experience of working in a high performing team and with confidential information
* Experience of working with colleagues across different departments and locations
* Strong IT skills, with experience of HR systems and Microsoft Office products
* Excellent problem solving, demonstrating empathy and creativity
* Ability to prioritise, meet deadlines and multitask in a fast‑paced environment
* Strong team player essential
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Willingness to learn and develop
* Driver's licence with access to a car ideally
Location and Compensation
Location: Home‑based, with 1 day a week in the office (Battle or Pembury) or a service. Contracted Hours, 12 months Fixed term, Full time – 37 hours per week (Mon‑Fri). Salary: £24,500 per annum. Maternity Cover expected to last up to 12 months. The exact duration may vary depending on return date of the post holder.
Benefits
* Fantastic paid training and career progression opportunities (including recognised qualifications in health and social care)
* Paid DBS
* Flexible work arrangements with opportunities to take on additional bank shifts too
* 30 Days Annual Leave (including Bank Holidays) / Pro rata dependent on hours. Annual leave entitlement increases with length of service
* Nest Pension and Death in Service Benefit
* Blue Light card discounts
* Dedicated Employee Assistance Programme and Access to Mental Health First Aiders
* Aspens High Street Stores –20% discount on all items for Aspens' staff
* Bluebell cafe – Discounted staff menu available
* Refer a Friend scheme, so you can earn up to £250 for every person you refer to work for Aspens
* Recognition schemes, including 'Employee of the Month'
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