Job Description
Job description
HR Administrator - 20 hours a week, Monday to Friday.
Hybrid contract (2/3 days a week in the office)
About Us
At Toad Hall Nursery, we are dedicated to providing exceptional early childhood care and education. With a growing network of nursery settings across the South East, our team is at the heart of everything we do. Due to our expansion, we are currently seeking an experienced HR Administrator to join our dynamic team.
About The Role
The HR Administrator will be responsible for delivering high-quality HR administrative support, playing a vital role in supporting the HR department and wider business by handling administrative tasks and ensuring the smooth operation of HR processes.
We offer the following amazing benefits and opportunities within our established nursery group:
• Birthday day off or Christmas shopping day
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Long service awards at 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25 years’ service!
• Annual Christmas party for all Toad Hall Staff
• Opportunity to purchase additional Holiday
• 50% staff discount on childcare places
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discount and savings at over 1,500 retailers through PerkPal
Key Tasks And Responsibilities
• Assisting with on-boarding processes – conducting background checks, preparing recruitment documentation and offer letters.
• Setting up DBS applications on Volt and requesting employment references in a timely manner.
• Assisting with salary benchmarking exercises.
• Processing DBS renewals for existing staff members and liaising with the external background checks team.
• Making necessary arrangements for training and events, issuing certificates of attendance and updating personnel records with training attended.
• Managing training feedback questionnaires and reporting on relevant findings.
• Issuing monthly HR nomination certificates to staff and allocating Prezzee awards via our rewards/benefits platform, Perkpal, for HR nominations/employee recognition.
• Co-ordinating the annual long service award process by preparing the associated letters and liaising with the nursery managers.
• Assisting the HR team with the planning and organising of the Annual Christmas party.
• Completing administration for leavers including confirmation letters and archiving of personnel files.
• Running ad-hoc reports for exit and recruitment surveys.
• Supporting with the monthly payroll process by collating sickness/absence documentation and fit notes.
• Acting as a note-taker in meetings with staff.
• Helping to maintain the company intranet pages.
• Supporting the HR team with the collation of documentation during the annual audit process.
• Issuing communications to the business and responding to requests for information and reports.
• Maintaining up to date equal opportunities records and provide reports as required.
Your Qualifications And Experience
• Previous HR Administration experience
• Strong team ethic with the ability to work independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Up to date knowledge of employment law and practice
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to plan and prioritise workload, working under pressure to tight deadlines
• Proficient use of MS office packages as well as some familiarity with HR Systems
• Desirably to have a CIPD Level 3 Qualification
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, ****** orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. We take safeguarding seriously and follow safe recruitment procedures. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.
#INDHR
HR Administrator - 20 hours a week, Monday to Friday.
Hybrid contract (2/3 days a week in the office)
About Us
At Toad Hall Nursery, we are dedicated to providing exceptional early childhood care and education. With a growing network of nursery settings across the South East, our team is at the heart of everything we do. Due to our expansion, we are currently seeking an experienced HR Administrator to join our dynamic team.
About The Role
The HR Administrator will be responsible for delivering high-quality HR administrative support, playing a vital role in supporting the HR department and wider business by handling administrative tasks and ensuring the smooth operation of HR processes.
We offer the following amazing benefits and opportunities within our established nursery group:
• Birthday day off or Christmas shopping day
• Company Bonus Scheme
• Long service awards at 5, 10, 15, 20 and 25 years’ service!
• Annual Christmas party for all Toad Hall Staff
• Opportunity to purchase additional Holiday
• 50% staff discount on childcare places
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Discount and savings at over 1,500 retailers through PerkPal
Key Tasks And Responsibilities
• Assisting with on-boarding processes – conducting background checks, preparing recruitment documentation and offer letters.
• Setting up DBS applications on Volt and requesting employment references in a timely manner.
• Assisting with salary benchmarking exercises.
• Processing DBS renewals for existing staff members and liaising with the external background checks team.
• Making necessary arrangements for training and events, issuing certificates of attendance and updating personnel records with training attended.
• Managing training feedback questionnaires and reporting on relevant findings.
• Issuing monthly HR nomination certificates to staff and allocating Prezzee awards via our rewards/benefits platform, Perkpal, for HR nominations/employee recognition.
• Co-ordinating the annual long service award process by preparing the associated letters and liaising with the nursery managers.
• Assisting the HR team with the planning and organising of the Annual Christmas party.
• Completing administration for leavers including confirmation letters and archiving of personnel files.
• Running ad-hoc reports for exit and recruitment surveys.
• Supporting with the monthly payroll process by collating sickness/absence documentation and fit notes.
• Acting as a note-taker in meetings with staff.
• Helping to maintain the company intranet pages.
• Supporting the HR team with the collation of documentation during the annual audit process.
• Issuing communications to the business and responding to requests for information and reports.
• Maintaining up to date equal opportunities records and provide reports as required.
Your Qualifications And Experience
• Previous HR Administration experience
• Strong team ethic with the ability to work independently
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Up to date knowledge of employment law and practice
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to plan and prioritise workload, working under pressure to tight deadlines
• Proficient use of MS office packages as well as some familiarity with HR Systems
• Desirably to have a CIPD Level 3 Qualification
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, ****** orientation, age, marital status, or disability status. We take safeguarding seriously and follow safe recruitment procedures. An enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.
#INDHR
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The HR Administrator position is now open for candidates interested in the Human Resource (HR) Jobs sector. This role in Hitchin offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Human Resource (HR) Jobs is a plus.
