HRUC (Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge Colleges) is an ambitious and forward-thinking college group with a clear vision: to inspire, transform lives and create futures through outstanding education.

The People and Organisational Development function continues its journey to become an Employer of Choice. The department focus is on enhancing the employee experience, delivering excellent HR services, and supporting our organisational goals.

Our People Plan 2025 places our staff at the heart of our success, and we are committed to becoming a college of choice, where people feel valued, supported and empowered to thrive.

As part of this journey, we are building a modern, inclusive and high-performing People function that:

• Enhances the employee experience

• Supports professional growth and career development

• Embeds a culture of inclusion, wellbeing and collaboration where everyone feels a genuine sense of belonging.

We have two vacancies (1 x full time and 1 x part time (18 hours per week)) for People Officers.

Key responsibilities of the roles include:

• Acting as a first point of contact for employee queries, ensuring a responsive and supportive service

• Supporting employee relations processes, contributing to fair, transparent, and timely outcomes

• Delivering high-quality HR administration, including contracts, onboarding and payroll changes

• Maintaining accurate HR data to support insight-driven decision making and compliance

• Supporting modernised recruitment and onboarding processes, enhancing candidate experience

• Contributing to initiatives that promote engagement, wellbeing and a positive workplace culture

About You

We are looking for motivated and organised HR professionals who are committed to delivering excellent service and supporting a positive workplace culture.

You will bring:

• Experience gained in an HR administrative or HR support role

• Knowledge of HR processes, employment law and good practice

• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• A collaborative approach, with a focus on building positive working relationships

You will also demonstrate a commitment to:

• Inclusion, diversity and wellbeing, helping to create a culture of belonging

• Continuous learning and professional development

• A CIPD Level 3 qualification (or working towards) is desirable.

Why Join Us?

Joining HRUC means becoming part of a People function that is central to delivering organisational success.

We offer:

• The opportunity to support delivery of a transformational People Strategy

• Experience across key HR areas including recruitment, employee relations and culture initiatives

• A supportive environment that encourages learning, development and career progression

• The chance to contribute to building an organisation where people feel valued, empowered and engaged

It is anticipated that the working hours for the part time post will be worked on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.

It is anticipated that interviews will take place on Tuesday 7th July.

Please note, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role.

The closing date for this post may be brought forward if we receive a sufficient field of applications prior to closing date. We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment.

Notice for Recruitment Agencies:

HRUC operates with a managed service provider (MSP) for recruitment services. We do not accept unsolicited emails, CVs, or contact from recruitment agencies. Any CVs or information sent to HRUC outside of this process will not be considered or acted upon, regardless of the terms and conditions stated by the agency.