Job Title:
HR Assistant


Pay Scale:

Grade 3 to 4, Points 5 to 14 (Actual Annual Salary: £23,500 to 27,334) April 2024 Local Government Pay Award Pending



Hours:
37 Hours Per Week (Part-Time Considered)


Closing Date:
9am on Monday 5th August 2024


Interview Date:
Wednesday 7th August 2024



We are looking for an enthusiastic and confident HR Assistant to complement our evolving HR Team. We are entering the next phase of our journey towards becoming an employer of choice and you will have the unique opportunity to support this ambition. The HR Team is committed to a progressive agenda of people-focused initiatives and the successful candidate will play a key role in the contribution to its delivery.
The HR Team are a close-knit team of dedicated professionals who are passionate about empowering our workforce of approximately 1200 employees. Within our team, each role plays a vital part, and you'll have the opportunity to contribute significantly to projects that align with your expertise and interests, including digital transformation, compliance and expanding our reward offer.
The role will be fundamental in delivering a high-quality operational HR service, supporting our schools throughout the employee life cycle, and assisting in day-to-day HR activities. As the first point of contact, you will use your skills to provide advice and guidance to hiring managers on the recruitment and selection processes, processing new starters, contractual changes and leavers, and support the coordination of systems.
About us:
We are a Multi Academy Trust of 33 primary schools across Nottinghamshire, Derbyshire, and Nottingham City. As a Partnership, we work hard to deliver the best possible opportunities to our children. Through this partnership, we are proud of our achievements and are recognised as one of the highest-performing Multi Academy Trusts (MAT) in the country.
If you would like to learn more about us, visit our website or have a look at our Recruitment Information Booklet where you can hear from our CEO, Staff, and Children from across the Partnership.
We are looking for someone who:

Is passionate about HR.
Is CIPD Level 3 qualified.
Has experience working in a busy HR environment at administration/assistant level.
Has strong HR administrative skills.
Can use their own initiative to prioritise and manage their own workload to meet deadlines.
Has excellent communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
Can work effectively with and without direction.
Acts with integrity and professionalism.
Can travel to sites across the Partnership.
Is a team player.
Has an eye for detail.

We can offer you:

A fantastic working environment, in a team that works together for the benefit of children in our schools.
Hybrid working from our central office, schools and home.
Support to develop you within this role, to be the best you can be, and to help you develop for your next career step.
An opportunity to be part of a supportive, developmental partnership.
The opportunity for quality Continuous Professional Learning, including support to complete your CIPD Level 5 and beyond.
Generous holiday entitlement.
Local Government Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions.
An organisation committed to supporting and enabling all staff.
Access to a comprehensive benefits package which includes retail and leisure discounts, car leasing and our employee assistance programme (click here for more details).

We reserve the right to close this advert earlier than the specified closing date should it attract sufficient interest so early application is encouraged.
If you're passionate about the role but find that your experience doesn't match every single requirement in the job description, we’d still like to hear from you. Your unique skills and enthusiasm could make you the perfect fit for the position.
If you want to know more or wish to discuss anything in more detail, please contact Jack Wakeling (HR Resourcing and Administration Manager) on 0115 989 1915 or email HR@flyinghightrust.co.uk.
We welcome applications from both internal and external candidates. Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and post holders to share this commitment. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applicants. Applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.

Role: HR Assistant| Location: Beeston, Nottingham| Salary: £25,226 to £26,554| Full Time Fixed Term Contract

About the role of People Assistant (HR Assistant):

Working alongside our Executive Team, Managers and Colleagues we are looking for an individual who can provide operational HR input on a range of people management and workforce issues affecting the business, managing relationships, and enabling leaders to improve business performance through their people. This involves the delivery of HR transactional services (starters, contractual changes, leavers) and support to resourcing activity, employee engagement and wellbeing, employee relations management, organisational and job design, leadership and talent development, and colleague capability and skills.

This is a busy department, but this offers lots of opportunities for our People Advisors to get involved in different bits of work and exposure to new areas. You will work collaboratively with all parts of the business and in many instances be the face of HR.

The role of People Assistant is also eligible for our smarter working policy which will see you based within our office at Waterfront House in Beeston, for 3 days per week and 2 days working from home.

What you'll need to succeed:

• Educated to GCSE-level or equivalent professional experience/qualification (i.e., CIPD Level 3 or above).
• Experience of working in a busy administrative/clerical or internal customer-facing role within a service-focused organisation.
• Understanding of HR service provision and the employee lifecycle, and the impact that great HR service provision has within a business and on front line service delivery.
• Experience in a regulated environment where safeguarding is high priority.
• Experience of HR information systems and data management.
• Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise work and manage multiple, conflicting demands.
• Well-developed communication skills with the ability to convey authority and integrity with colleagues and managers and external stakeholders.
• Ability to coach and advise others.
• Ability to partner with and influence a range of stakeholders.
• IT literate – able to manipulate Microsoft Excel spreadsheet data, with a practical understanding of Microsoft Office 365 collaboration tools (Teams, OneDrive, etc)

Interviews will take place on Monday 10th June 2024

Please note :- we do not currently offer visa sponsorship.

What’s in it for you?

Our benefits include:-

• 28 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays (pro rata for part time) per year
• 2 volunteering days per year for things like helping out in local communities
• An additional ‘Beliefs day’ once a year to have an extra a day off
• Supported family friendly approach with extended parental leave
• Enhanced pension with matched contributions of up to 9%
• Option to buy or sell up to 5 days annual leave per year
• Life assurance cover 3 x your salary
• Cycle2work scheme
• Hybrid Working - Dependent on job role and department
• Health cash plan scheme for your everyday healthcare needs which you can add your family members too
• Tenancy deposit – interest free loan to help with rental deposits and season Ticket loan
• Access to extensive learning and training opportunities with Wisebox platform
• Colleague virtual social platform with our workplace pages where you can keep up to date with the organisational activity and link in with colleagues
• Career progression across the organisation with our mentoring/coaching programmes, apprenticeships and career planning support
• Employee Assistance Programme- We are committed to the wellbeing of our colleagues and support this as an organisation

About us

Learn more about our benefits and organisation by viewing our attached document

Our promise

Here at Metropolitan Thames Valley Housing (MTVH) we want to capture the value that difference brings and are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion. We work collaboratively ‘Serving people better every day’ to educate, support and develop all of our diverse employees and the communities that we serve.

We want every employee and every customer to feel comfortable enough to be their true self and are working tirelessly in the background to create an environment that encourages our employees to challenge non-inclusive behaviours and to be mindful of their own and other’s wellbeing.

We provide a platform of Network groups for employees to share views, tell us what we’re doing well and recommend improvements. We want to create a real sense of community and a workforce who feel that their opinions are valued. Our Networks groups are:-

• Gender
• Ethnicity
• LGBTQ+
• Disability

Our core values of Dare, Care and Collaborate demonstrate that we are a people focused business, solving social issues by working together!

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found so we do encourage you to complete the application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

EBC Financial Group – a global financial services provider headquartered in the dynamic city of London, we specialize in global financial investment, asset management and financial consulting. Our team consists of seasoned professionals and young talents who bring diverse perspectives and exceptional skills to the table. Since our establishment in 2020, our company has experienced rapid growth. We currently operate in major financial hubs worldwide, including Cyprus, Sydney, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Bangkok and more. At EBC, integrity, respect, and youth are our core values. The right candidate will have the opportunity to work with experienced professionals and be part of a dynamic and innovative team. Join us on our mission to create value for our clients and become a trusted partner in the global financial market. 

Job Summary: We are seeking a dynamic and results-oriented Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our HR team. The Talent Acquisition Specialist will play a crucial role in attracting, sourcing, and hiring top talent to meet our organization's staffing needs. This position requires a proactive individual with excellent communication skills, strong interpersonal abilities, and a deep understanding of recruitment best practices.

Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract high-quality candidates for various positions within the organization.
2. Source candidates through multiple channels, including job boards, social media, professional networks, referrals, and direct sourcing.
3. Review resumes, conduct pre-screening interviews, and assess candidate qualifications to determine fit for open positions.
4. Coordinate and schedule interviews with hiring managers and candidates, ensuring a positive and efficient interview experience for all parties involved.
5. Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs, job requirements, and candidate preferences.
6. Build and maintain relationships with external recruitment agencies, universities, and other talent sources to expand the candidate pipeline.
7. Manage the applicant tracking system (ATS) to track candidate progress, maintain accurate records, and generate recruitment reports as needed.
8. Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging recruitment technologies to continuously improve recruitment processes and outcomes.
9. Assist in the development and implementation of employer branding initiatives to enhance the organization's reputation as an employer of choice.
10. Participate in recruitment events, job fairs, and networking activities to promote the organization and attract top talent.

1. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
2. Proven experience as a Talent Acquisition Specialist, Recruiter, or similar role, preferably in a fast-paced environment.
3. Strong knowledge of recruitment techniques, tools, and best practices.
4. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to build rapport with candidates and hiring managers.
5. Fluent in English and Mandarin is preferred to liaise with Chinese counterparts.
6. Exceptional organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in network design, implementation, and maintenance.
• Support the installation and configuration of network equipment and systems.
• Monitor network performance and troubleshoot network issues.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure the smooth operation of the network infrastructure.
• Assist in the planning and execution of network upgrades and enhancements.
• Perform network assessments and audits to identify and address security vulnerabilities.
• Create and maintain network documentation, including diagrams and configuration files.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and developments in network technology.
• Provide technical support to end users for network-related problems.

• Diploma or degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Prior experience or internship in network engineering or related roles is a plus.
• Knowledge of networking concepts and protocols.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CCNA) are a plus.

Interested candidates who wish to apply for the advertised position, please click the 'APPLY' button below to send in your resume.

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Start Date: May or June 2024
Contract Type: Permanent
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Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young learners with Special Educational Needs (SENCO)? Do you thrive in alternative educational settings? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Job Opportunity: Assistant Principal (SENCO) at a new Alternative Provision Resource base for children with SEMH!!


About the Job:

As a SENCO, you'll be an experienced teacher with a passion for supporting pupils with special educational needs. As a member of SLT, you will use your leadership skills to manage the provision in your school and to provide support to other teachers and learning support professionals.

Your responsibilities will include designing and delivering interventions with pupils in the classroom and implementing a whole school strategy for SEND.

Main duties and responsibilities - to oversee and line manage the new Special Resource Base
Work closely with the Vice Principal, Head of Pastoral and Deputy SENDCo to ensure that inclusion is at the heart of whole school policies and culture.
Act as a deputy safeguarding lead.
Strategic Leadership and Development - to lead, plan and manage the resourcing and delivery of SEND provision, working with staff to ensure that procedures and expectations regarding SEND students are clear and appropriate.
To advise the Principal in the decision making and leadership of SEN.
To share direct accountability for the successful delivery of the vision for the school
To lead, plan, manage and ensure the successful delivery of the school vision for individual student achievement that meets or surpasses expectation.
Core Duties/Ethos - Highly visible, supportive and approachable.


About You / Qualifications and Experience:

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent
SENDCo Qualification, Desirable
ASD/SEMH experience, Essential


About the School:

The Alternative Provision is a dynamic and inclusive alternative provision school catering to students aged between KS2 and KS4. Our nurturing environment supports learners who require additional support due to various needs, including emotional, behavioural, and social challenges. We are committed to providing a holistic education that empowers students to achieve their full potential.


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About Our Job

The Denver Public Library (DPL) is a growing urban library system that serves the residents of the City & County of Denver. DPL sees more than 4 million visitors every year across its 27 locations, serves Denver’s most vulnerable communities through outreach and mobile services, hosts thousands of programs a year and manages a collection of more than 1.4 million physical and digital materials. We believe a strong library is vital for a strong community. DPL is committed to serving the evolving needs of Denverites through inspired programming, diverse collections, culturally-representative spaces, and equitable policies & procedures.

For more information, go to denverlibrary.org. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn.

This is an opportunity to join our team and be the cornerstone on which accurate delivery of materials enables all customers to find what they are looking for or get a referral to the staff that can best help them with their needs. As a Part Time (20 hour) Library Assistant I at the Hadley Library Branch, your job will be the accurate and efficient handling of all branch library materials. Your excellent stewardship of DPL materials will result in the best customer service as all ages of customers are able to find the subject area or exact item they are looking for. 

You will create a positive experience for library customers by shelving, transporting, and retrieving library materials according to the library’s classification system so that library customers are provided with materials in a timely manner. To do this, you will use technology and other mechanical tools related to the processing of library materials such as email, internet and automated software. You will also support library operations by assisting with collection maintenance, displays, shifting collections as needed, keeping shelves neat and faced, processing donated materials, and other duties as assigned. You’ll follow ergonomic best practices to ensure a healthy workplace and participate in approved learning opportunities that support the library's value of curiosity through research and education.

About Our Branch

Located in the Mar Lee neighborhood bordering Ruby Hill on the west corner of Federal Boulevard and Jewel Avenue, the Hadley Branch Library is a 13,000 square-foot public library that opened its doors in 1964. Our team consists of highly dedicated staff who are supportive, friendly, and collaborative with a sense of humor. The Hadley branch serves a highly diverse community that speaks Spanish & Vietnamese, in addition to English. On a given day, our customers visit our branch to access the internet, browse and check out materials, use our study rooms, print out documents, or pursue their creativity in our ideaLAB. 

About You

Our ideal candidate:

• Is organized, reliable, and able to work accurately and quickly with numbers and letters.

• Demonstrates excellent interpersonal skills, positive attitude, cultural sensitivity and sense of humor in working with customers of all ages and backgrounds, coworkers and community.

• Demonstrates innovation and flexibility in a team environment.

• Demonstrates an ability to cope with tasks that are repetitive.

• Recognizes and adopts time saving skills.

• Recognizes that the work of the shelving team influences how well your colleagues are able to meet the needs and curiosities of our many customers.

• Has the ability to display materials that reflect people from multiple racial and cultural environments and backgrounds.

• Has the ability to pass a physical examination and a background check after the offer to hire has been made.

• Has the ability to work in a physically demanding position with continuous lifting of objects that can weigh up to 25-50 pounds.

• Ability to push full carts of materials and lift up to 25 lbs.

• A demonstrated commitment to developing and maintaining a welcoming environment for young people, including babies, toddlers, preschoolers, grade schoolers, and teens. 

Minimum qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalency

 

Other info to know:

• This role will be expected to work bi-weekly rotating weekend shifts on Saturdays and Sundays. 

• Employees may be asked to work at any of our locations due to emergency situations, fill leaves/vacancies, operational needs, etc.

• The bi-weekly rotating schedule for this role is as follows:  

• Schedule A - Sundays (9AM - 5PM), Tuesdays (9AM - 6PM), Fridays (11AM - 5PM). 

• Schedule B - Mondays (12PM - 6PM), Tuesdays (9AM - 6PM), Saturdays (10AM - 5PM). This schedule is subject to change due to business needs.

Please submit an application by the 3/15 deadline in order to be considered for this role.

About Everything Else

Job Profile

LC1482 Administrative Support Assistant I

To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here.

Position Type

Unlimited

Library Hiring Range

$18.29 - $22.86

Starting Pay

$18.29 - $20.58

Agency

Denver Public Library

Assessment Requirement

The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

For information about right to work, click here for English or here for Spanish.

About Our Job

The Denver Public Library (DPL) is a growing urban library system that serves the residents of the City & County of Denver. DPL sees more than 4 million visitors every year across its 27 locations, serves Denver’s most vulnerable communities through outreach and mobile services, hosts thousands of programs a year and manages a collection of more than 1.4 million physical and digital materials. We believe a strong library is vital for a strong community. DPL is committed to serving the evolving needs of Denverites through inspired programming, diverse collections, culturally-representative spaces, and equitable policies & procedures.

For more information, go to denverlibrary.org. Find us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn.

DPL is hiring a Part Time (20 hour) Library Assistant II for the Hadley Library Branch.  You will be spending most of your time at customer-facing service points, welcoming a diverse population with respect and dignity, and creating a safe library space where all are free to explore and connect. You’ll make positive experiences for library customers by checking out and returning books, registering customers for library cards, ordering books and other library materials from other agencies, and responding to customer questions about using library resources. You will assist customers with both library and personal technology.

You’ll use library technology and other tools to efficiently process and route library materials with accuracy and attention to detail while staying current on circulation policies and procedures. You’ll grow as you support the library's goal of being a learning organization by participating in approved learning opportunities, and support through action the Library's mission, vision and values and goals. You may assist with shelving, collection maintenance, and outreach projects as requested. 

About Our Branch

Located in the Mar Lee neighborhood bordering Ruby Hill on the west corner of Federal Boulevard and Jewel Avenue, the Hadley Branch Library is a 13,000 square-foot public library that opened its doors in 1964. Our team consists of highly dedicated staff who are supportive, friendly, and collaborative with a sense of humor. The Hadley branch serves a highly diverse community that speaks Spanish & Vietnamese, in addition to English. On a given day, our customers visit our branch to access the internet, browse and check out materials, use our study rooms, print out documents, or pursue their creativity in our ideaLAB. 

About You

Our ideal candidate has:

• Ability to thrive in an active work environment with constant public contact. Excellent interpersonal skills, positive attitude, cultural sensitivity, compassion, and a sense of humor when working with customers and colleagues of all ages and backgrounds. 

• Ability to work closely with a team to complete daily, weekly and monthly tasks.

• Ability to use workplace technology effectively including email, calendar, internet, databases, video conferencing, and other software, plus a willingness to learn new technology as needed.

• Skill in communicating and presenting information to customers with varying levels of experience and knowledge using principles of Trauma Informed Care.

• Skill in cash and credit card handling and making simple mathematical calculations.

• Ability to adapt to the ebb and flow of materials intake and stay focused on repetitive tasks in a busy and physically-demanding environment.

• Ability to prioritize and creatively solve problems with attention to detail.

• Ability to pass a background check after the offer to hire has been made.

• A demonstrated commitment to developing and maintaining a welcoming environment for young people, including babies, toddlers, preschoolers, grade schoolers, and teens.

 

Other Info to know:

• This role will be expected to work bi-weekly rotating weekend shifts on Saturdays and Sundays. 

• Employees may be asked to work at any of our locations due to emergency situations, fill leaves/vacancies, operational needs, etc.

• The bi-weekly rotating schedule for this role is as follows:  

• Schedule A - Sundays (8AM - 5PM), Wednesdays (9AM - 6PM), Saturdays (1PM - 5PM). 

• Schedule B - Tuesdays (2PM - 6PM), Wednesdays (9AM - 6PM), Thursdays (9AM - 6PM). This schedule is subject to change due to business needs.

 

Minimum Qualifications:

High school diploma

1 year of customer service experience

Bilingual fluency preferred (Spanish or Vietnamese)

Please submit an application by the 3/15/24 deadline in order to be considered for this role. 

 

About Everything Else

Job Profile

LC1485 Administrative Support Assistant II

To view the full job profile including position specifications, physical demands, and probationary period, click here.

Position Type

Unlimited

Library Hiring Range

$19.11 - $23.89

Starting Pay

$19.11 - $21.50

Agency

Denver Public Library

Assessment Requirement

The City and County of Denver provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, or any other status protected under federal, state, and/or local law.

For information about right to work, click here for English or here for Spanish.