Human Resources Assistant/System Administrator

Human Resources Assistant/System Administrator £31,227.25 FTE which equates to £24,981.80 for 28 hpw Cambridge Part-Time / Permanent 28 hours a week, working pattern to be agreed with successful candidate but ideally to be worked over 4 days. The option for hybrid working is available (working from home and minimum 1 day per week at head office based in Histon) to support work life balance, whilst meeting the requirements of the role. We are looking for a Human Resources Assistant/System Administrator to join our established warm and friendly HR Team. What you’ll do Recruitment · Assist our HR Advisors in providing advice and guidance to hiring managers in respect of all recruitment issues. · Responsible for the end to end recruitment and selection cycle, from placing adverts, supporting with interview arrangements and testing; onboarding; completion of pre-employment checks including right to work, DBS, occupational health clearance and obtaining satisfactory references. Liaising with hiring managers on status. HR Metrics and reporting · Prepare statistics on HR business information and any other regular and ad-hoc reports that are required for line managers, Senior Management, the Board. HR Administration · Preparation of employee correspondence, including contractual and rota changes, maternity and other leave. · Maintain and update the Human Resources Information System (Cascade) and manual employee records. · Administer DBS renewals, leavers, annual processes including appraisals and disclosure of interest. · Provide support with both internal and external audits. · Assist the Executive Director, Corporate Services with Employee Forum meetings, taking meetings notes for circulation. System Administration · Ensure all new accounts are set up with appropriate access to Cascade and Networx in accordance with agreed protocols. · Resolve internal Cascade and Networx issues and raise helpdesks tickets as required. About You · CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice or equivalent experience. · Ability to undertake a complex range of tasks, organise and prioritise work to ensure deadlines are met, with excellent attention to detail. · Excellent oral and written communication skills, with a professional manner at all times. · Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word/Excel/Outlook) and HR/Recruitment databases, with experience of producing reports. · Experience of working in a busy and varied administration role or in a HR Department. Benefits - Employee discount scheme (retail, leisure, gym membership and fitness equipment) - Doctor Care Anywhere (telehealth service offering private online GP and nurse appointments via video and phone) - Employee Assistance Programme - Financial wellbeing hub - access to advice and support from experts, whether you're budgeting, interested in investing or retirement planning - Refurbished Tech - access to the latest models at affordable prices, with a 12-month warranty and 30-day money back guarantee. - Cycle to work scheme (salary sacrifice) - One day off a year to volunteer for a charity of your choice - 30 days holiday, increasing to 35 days per annum, inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata for part-time staff), depending on length of service - Holiday purchase scheme - up to 5 days per annum (pro rata for part-time staff) - Company sick pay - 58p per mile business mileage allowance - Refer a friend scheme (£250) - Contributory pension scheme, which both you and CHS contribute to - Enhanced maternity and paternity leave - Flexible Working Policy - Full induction - Comprehensive free training and development opportunities with paid time off - Free DBS (for relevant posts) - Free onsite/nearby parking - Hybrid Working Policy - Flexitime Closing date: Thursday 6 August 2026 Interview Date: Thursday 13 August 2026