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.

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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 youll 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. xwzovoh

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
For an informal chat about the post, please contact Cheryl MacDonald, HR Manager on or Dawn Bozok, HR Advisor on
Closing date: Thursday 6 August 2026 Interview Date: Thursday 13 August 2026