Job Description

HR Administrator

25,000 per annum (pro rata)

Part-Time, 20 hours per week

(preference for 4 hrs over 5 days - Monday to Friday)

7% employer pension contribution, 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

ABOUT LAUNCHPAD

Set up by University of Reading students in 1979, Launchpad is now Reading's leading homelessness prevention charity, providing vital information and support for individuals, couples and families who don't have a stable place to live or are at risk of losing their home.

THIS ROLE

As a key member of the HR Team, youll play an integral role in delivering a first-class employee experience across the full employee lifecycle from recruitment and onboarding to payroll and ongoing support. If you're someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves getting stuck into detail, and wants to help shape the future of HR - we would love to hear from you.

Responsibilities:

As our HR Administrator, you will help to deliver smooth, efficient, and employee-focused HR support by:

Managing day-to-day HR administration, including contract changes, promotions, leave, and leaver processes. Keeping the database and company organisation charts accurate and up to date. Preparing payroll inputs and working closely with all stakeholders to ensure timely, accurate reporting Administering pension support and other employee benefits.Resolving queries sensitively and professionally. Coordinating recruitment processes and leading the onboarding of new starters from offer letters and pre-employment checks to day-one coordination. Managing the HR mailbox, ensuring timely responses and appropriate follow-up Supporting reporting, metrics, and data management for HR dashboards and KPIs.

Ideal Candidate Skills and Qualification:

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Proven experience in a busy administration role (ideally HR) Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills. The ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines with professionalism and discretion including organising and prioritising own work effectively A confident, approachable manner and the ability to build positive relationships across the business. Excellent verbal and written communication Proficient in MS Office / IT Suite Experience with an integrated HR/payroll system / ATS desirable CIPD (or working towards) is a plus, but not essential.

The closing date for applications is 07 November 2025,

though please be aware this advert will only remain open until the vacancy has been filled. Interviews may take place throughout this period, so we encourage you to apply early to avoid disappointment!


If you have a genuine desire to make a difference and support disadvantaged individuals to thrive, we look forward to hearing from you!


We value diversity, inclusion and equity at Launchpad, and welcome applicants from all sections of the community. If you have any mobility issues that might prevent you from accessing the interview or require any other adjustments to the interview or selection process, please contact our HR team on HR@launchpadreading.org.uk, or 0118 9507 656 (Option 6) who will be happy to discuss options with you. We are interested in hearing from anyone with lived experience of homelessness.