Job Description

About the Role

We are seeking an organised, proactive, and compliance-focused HR Administrator to join our dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with a passion for people, process, and precision, looking to make a meaningful impact in a fast-paced and supportive environment.


You will play a key role in ensuring the effective and fully compliant management of HR administration across the entire employee lifecycle, from onboarding to offboarding, and everything in between.

Key Responsibilities

Manage all aspects of HR administration in line with regulatory and compliance requirements


Provide accurate and timely support throughout the employment lifecycle and employee relations processes


Maintain, update, and audit HR systems and employee records


Manage reference requests and third-party correspondence


Attend and minute confidential HR meetings


Maintain and organise the HR mailbox and filing systems


Track and monitor DBS checks and visa renewals


Prepare documentation for DSARs


Generate ad hoc HR reports as required


Provide first-line policy advice and guidance


Support and take ownership of HR projects, including process automation and improvement initiatives


Collaborate with internal departments and build strong stakeholder relationships


Person Specification

Essential:

Previous experience in HR or administrative roles


Familiarity with HRM systems and Excel


Excellent organisation and communication skills


A proactive, solutions-focused mindset


Strong interpersonal and influencing abilities


Right to work in the UK


Professional, articulate, and able to maintain confidentiality

Desirable (but not essential):

Experience in the Children's Social Care sector


Understanding of OFSTED/CQC compliance and Safer Recruitment


Knowledge of Children's Homes Regulations and sector-specific recruitment practices


Awareness of anti-discrimination and equal opportunities legislation


The Ideal Candidate


You're articulate, personable, and a confident problem solver. You thrive in a busy, team-oriented environment and bring a high level of attention to detail to everything you do. You're energetic, results-driven, and unafraid of a challenge. If you enjoy being part of a close-knit HR team and contributing to meaningful work, we'd love to hear from you.


HR Administrator - Gateshead