HR Administrator

Join Our Team as an HR Administrator!

Salary: Up to £23,625 per annum

Contract Type: Full time, permanent

Specific Hours: 35 hours per week

Location: Hybrid - Bromsgrove

About Polaris

At Polaris, we take pride in being one of the UK's leading communities of children's service providers. For over 30 years, our group has been dedicated to improving the lives of children and young people through:

• Independent fostering and adoption agencies
• Leaving care services
• Therapeutic residential homes
• Specialist education
• Bespoke children's service contracts

Our mission is simple: to create environments where every child can thrive and reach their full potential.

Your Role

We are looking for a passionate HR Administrator to join our Human Resources Team at our Bromsgrove Head Office. In this role, you will:

• Be the first point of contact for HR-related enquiries, responding professionally and resolving queries.
• Maintain accurate electronic and paper personnel records, ensuring compliance with data protection and company policies.
• Create and manage staff files, ensuring all documentation is recorded on the HR database.
• Process changes to employee details and manage leavers, updating payroll and HR systems accordingly.
• Chase outstanding documentation from applicants, staff, and managers within agreed service levels.
• Record and report equal opportunities data accurately.
• Support external inspections by auditing personnel files and ensuring compliance documentation is complete.
• Handle reference requests for ex-casual staff in line with service level agreements and confidentiality requirements.

About You

To thrive in this role, you should have:

• Previous experience in an HR or administrative role.
• Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail.
• A confident communication style, capable of managing confidential information.
• The ability to work to deadlines in a fast-paced, regulated environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HR systems.

What We Offer

At Polaris, we believe in rewarding our team members. Here’s what you can expect:

• 30 days annual leave, increasing to 35 with length of service (plus Bank Holidays).
• Company Pension Scheme.
• Life Insurance at 2x salary.
• Employee Discount Scheme.
• Free Parking.
• A £500 Refer-a-Friend scheme.
• A supportive and purpose-driven working culture.

Polaris is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all qualified candidates. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All applicants will undergo enhanced DBS checks and thorough referencing prior to appointment.

Ready to make a difference? Join us at Polaris and help us create a brighter future for children and young people!