Job Description

To provide strong administrative and operational support to the HR function, ensuring smooth delivery of HR services including recruitment, onboarding/offboarding, employee record maintenance, benefits administration, payroll liaison, and assisting with HR compliance.
Main duties of the job
Key Responsibilities
Assist with recruitment processes: advertising vacancies, scheduling interviews, processing applications, managing candidate communication.
Prepare new-hire paperwork, contracts, induction coordination.
Maintain and update employee records (electronic & paper), including personal information, absences (sickness/holidays), probationary periods.
Support payroll processing: gather timesheets, update payroll changes (leavers, joiners, changes), liaise with Finance/payroll provider.
Assist with employees leaving the company: exit interviews, final pay, return of company property.
Provide general administrative support: filing, minute-taking for HR meetings, correspondence, preparing reports.
About us
About DRPA Secure
We have been operating since 2014 providing healthcare solutions to Immigration Removal Centres and Prisons within the UK.
We work with the Home Office, NHS trusts, and private providers within the estate to maintain high levels of healthcare and develop systems and services tailored to their individual needs.
Compassionate care that is trauma informed and supportive
Assurance that care is evidence-based & demonstrates high quality outcomes for our patients
Respectful of peoples cultural and religious beliefs
Empowerment We centre each resident by co-creating holistic care plans that treat their needs and equip them to self-manage their wellbeing.
Details
Date posted
22 October 2025
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
28,000 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
E0454-25-0061
Job locations
Flat 42 Kew Court
Richmond Road
Kingston Upon Thames
Surrey
KT2 5BF
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
To provide strong administrative and operational support to the HR function, ensuring smooth delivery of HR services including recruitment, onboarding/offboarding, employee record maintenance, benefits administration, payroll liaison, and assisting with HR compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with recruitment processes: advertising vacancies, scheduling interviews, processing applications, managing candidate communication.
Prepare new-hire paperwork, contracts, induction coordination.
Maintain and update employee records (electronic & paper), including personal information, absences (sickness/holidays), probationary periods.
Support payroll processing: gather timesheets, update payroll changes (leavers, joiners, changes), liaise with Finance/payroll provider.
Assist with employees leaving the company: exit interviews, final pay, return of company property.
Provide general administrative support: filing, minute-taking for HR meetings, correspondence, preparing reports.
Person Specification
EssentialDesirable
Strong organisational skills, good attention to detail, CIPD qualification (Level 3 or above)
Good written & verbal communication
Basic understanding of UK employment law, payroll, and benefitsPrevious experience in HR assistant /administrator role
Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Ability to maintain confidentiality / handle sensitive dataExperience in a fast-paced environment or in similar sector
Ability to work as part of a teamand independently, understanding of HR metrics / reporting
Benefits
Fully Remote Working (UK)
Employee Assistance Programme
Perks at Work Discount
Job description
Job responsibilities
Job Purpose
To provide strong administrative and operational support to the HR function, ensuring smooth delivery of HR services including recruitment, onboarding/offboarding, employee record maintenance, benefits administration, payroll liaison, and assisting with HR compliance.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with recruitment processes: advertising vacancies, scheduling interviews, processing applications, managing candidate communication.
Prepare new-hire paperwork, contracts, induction coordination.
Maintain and update employee records (electronic & paper), including personal information, absences (sickness/holidays), probationary periods.
Support payroll processing: gather timesheets, update payroll changes (leavers, joiners, changes), liaise with Finance/payroll provider.
Assist with employees leaving the company: exit interviews, final pay, return of company property.
Provide general administrative support: filing, minute-taking for HR meetings, correspondence, preparing reports.
Person Specification
EssentialDesirable
Strong organisational skills, good attention to detail, CIPD qualification (Level 3 or above)
Good written & verbal communication
Basic understanding of UK employment law, payroll, and benefitsPrevious experience in HR assistant /administrator role
Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook)
Ability to maintain confidentiality / handle sensitive dataExperience in a fast-paced environment or in similar sector
Ability to work as part of a teamand independently, understanding of HR metrics / reporting
Benefits
Fully Remote Working (UK)
Employee Assistance Programme
Perks at Work Discount
Person Specification
Qualifications
Desirable

• Strong organisational skills, good attention to detail,CIPD qualification (Level 3 or above)
• Good written & verbal communication
• Basic understanding of UK employment law, payroll, and benefitsPrevious experience in HR assistant /administrator role
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality / handle sensitive dataExperience in a fast-paced environment or in similar sector
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently, understanding of HR metrics / reporting

Experience
Essential

• Essential
• Strong organisational skills, good attention to detail
• Good written & verbal communication
• Basic understanding of UK employment law, payroll, and benefits
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality / handle sensitive data
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently

Desirable

• Desirable
• CIPD qualification (Level 3 or above)
• Previous experience in HR assistant /administrator role
• Experience in a fast-paced environment or in similar sector
• Understanding of HR metrics / reporting

Person Specification
Qualifications
Desirable

• Strong organisational skills, good attention to detail,CIPD qualification (Level 3 or above)
• Good written & verbal communication
• Basic understanding of UK employment law, payroll, and benefitsPrevious experience in HR assistant /administrator role
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality / handle sensitive dataExperience in a fast-paced environment or in similar sector
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently, understanding of HR metrics / reporting

Experience
Essential

• Essential
• Strong organisational skills, good attention to detail
• Good written & verbal communication
• Basic understanding of UK employment law, payroll, and benefits
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality / handle sensitive data
• Ability to work as part of a team and independently

Desirable

• Desirable
• CIPD qualification (Level 3 or above)
• Previous experience in HR assistant /administrator role
• Experience in a fast-paced environment or in similar sector
• Understanding of HR metrics / reporting

Skills Required