People Team Assistant, NFP PEOPLE

Overview

People Team Assistant

We have an exciting opportunity for a well organised, customer focused professional to join the busy People Team. This is a part-time permanent contract, to start as soon as possible, working 28 hours per week.

Position : People Team Assistant

Location : Devon / Hybrid (onsite attendance currently anticipated to be 2-4 days per month)

Hours : Part-time 28 hours per week (could be worked 09.00 – 15.30 over 5 days, Monday – Friday or over 4 days working 08.30 – 16.30 Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday)

Salary : £26,715 per annum pro rata (actual £21,372)

Contract : Part-time

Closing Date : Tuesday 17 February 2026. However, we reserve the right to close this role early if a suitable candidate is found.

Responsibilities

You will provide high quality administrative support across all HR / People functions and act as a trusted first point of contact for employee enquiries. You will be confident using HR systems, have a keen eye for detail and demonstrate excellent communication skills. As a People Team Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting the smooth running of the People Team operations.

• Acting as the first point of contact for People Team enquiries
• Managing the Applications and HR Helpdesk inboxes
• Preparing employment contracts and conducting Right to Work checks
• Instructing payroll on new starters, leavers and contractual changes
• Coordinating induction days
• Maintaining and updating absence and holiday records
• Managing DBS renewals for employees, volunteers and trustees, as well as other safeguarding checks
• Raising purchase orders, processing invoices, and coordinating with Procurement to set up new suppliers in eBIS (UK and international)
• Generating and distributing weekly and monthly reports to internal and external stakeholders

About You

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate an understanding of HR / People Team principles, processes, and HRIS systems.

As part of the process, you will be asked to upload your CV and Cover Letter once you click to apply.

Benefits

About The Organisation

The sanctuary is one of the UK’s largest international animal welfare charities, currently supporting projects in over 35 countries worldwide, working for a world where donkeys and mules live free from suffering and their contribution to humanity is fully valued.

The Charity is a Disability Confident Employer, committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable people (children and adults) and expects all staff and volunteers to undertake this commitment. Applicants will be subject to safer recruitment processes, including an application for a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check where required for the post.

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PLEASE NOTE : This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation

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