About the Role
HR roles at St Peter’s Hospice offer a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference across the organisation. We are looking for an organised, proactive and friendly HR Administrator to join our HR team on a 1 year fixed‑term basis.
If you enjoy supporting people, take pride in delivering accurate and efficient administration, and want to work in a role where you can feel valued and contribute to the care we provide to patients and their families, then we want to hear from you!
You will be part of a supportive, knowledgeable and collaborative HR team who will provide full training and ongoing guidance as you develop in the role.
The details:
Salary: £25,000 per annum FTE (£20,000 actual salary)
Contract: 1 year fixed‑term contract
Hours: 30 hours per week
Location: Brentry / Hybrid
What we are looking for:
Experience in HR administration or a busy office/customer service environment
Ability to work with confidential information and meet time‑bound deadlines
Confident maintaining accurate digital records and working with HR systems
Excellent IT skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office
Strong communication skills and the ability to provide a positive, supportive service
Highly organised with strong attention to detail
A team player who enjoys working collaboratively
Able to communicate with inclusivity and sensitivity
Self‑motivated, proactive and adaptable
Key responsibilities:
Recruitment & Onboarding
Administer job applications and respond to candidate and manager queries
Draft and publish job adverts using the applicant tracking system
Coordinate interviews, selection days and open days
Support the full onboarding process including DBS, eligibility to work, health checks, references, offer letters and contracts
HR & Payroll Administration
Support all administration for starters, changes and leavers
Produce confidential documents, letters and reports
Maintain accurate HR systems and applicant tracking records
Collate payroll information and work closely with Payroll colleagues
Support accurate absence and leave recording
Respond to routine HR queries and escalate where needed
Provide general support across the HR team and cover colleagues when required
Data & Compliance
Maintain GDPR compliance and support audits
Ensure documentation for starters, changes and leavers is complete and correct
Keep employee files (electronic and paper) up to date
HR Projects
Support improvements to HR processes, documentation and systems
Provide administrative support to the Head of HR when needed