HR Assistant

We have a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic HR & Payroll Assistant to join our client, a childcare nursery setting in Haywards Heath, working on a part time basis (21 hours) in their HR function. This is an ideal opportunity for candidates wanting to work school hours.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive and friendly team where you''ll play a key role in ensuring the client''s people processes run smoothly.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage the HR inbox and respond to employee queries.
• Support onboarding and recruitment administration.
• Process contract changes, maternity/paternity administration, and leaver processes.
• Maintain employee records and update the BrightHR system.
• Ensure the Single Central Record (SCR) is accurate and compliant.
• Provide payroll administration support, including overtime, sickness, and bank staff processing.
• Take notes at employee relations meetings and support wider HR activities.

About You:

• Previous HR or administration experience and ideally CIPD qualified (level 3)
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Confident using Microsoft Office and HR systems.
• Professional, approachable, and able to maintain confidentiality.
• Experience within childcare, education, or another regulated environment is desirable.

In exchange you can expect:

• A competitive salary.
• Career development opportunities.
• Friendly and supportive team environment.
• Employee wellbeing initiatives.
• Childcare discount (where applicable).

Safeguarding is at the heart of everything the client does. Successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks.