Our client based in Birmingham, a leader is their field within the education sector, is currently recruiting for a HR Assistant on a 3-month temporary basis with the potential to go permanent.

The position is due to start immediately, and the hourly rate is £12.00-£14.00 inclusive of holiday pay.

The ideal candidate will hold a clear, enhanced DBS or be willing to have one processed, and a CIPD L3 qualification is desirable.

Duties will include (but are not limited to):

• Providing administrative and clerical service to the HR Advisors, supporting them with project work relevant to their lead area

• Updating the HR system with any changes, including, setting up new starters, processing salary changes, overtime and expense claims

• Dealing with recruitment, including collating application forms for shortlisting, interview letters, chasing references, producing offer and contract letters, and ensuring uniform is arranged

• Assisting with recruitment for temporary agency workers, and co-ordinating work experience and volunteer applications

• Arranging timely meetings for absence management, new starter paperwork, probation information briefings and employee relation matters

Skills, knowledge and expertise required:

• CIPD L3 qualification desirable

• Competent use of MS Office software

• Ability to multitask and deal with customer queries in a professional manner

Working hours:

• 36.5 hours per week

• Monday – Friday

Please note that you require recent experience to apply for this role.

James Andrews is acting as an employment agency and business in relation to this role.

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