HR Officer
CV-LibraryBS5, Box Makers Yard, City of BristoltemporaryPosted: 23 March 2026
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Vehicle Certification Agency
Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 5th April 2026
š Location: Bristol (Hybrid)
š· Salary: Ā£30,485 - A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
šļø Contract Type: Fixed Term (12 months with the possibility of permanency) ā Flexible working, Full-time
šļø Available Positions: 1
We are seeking a HR Officer to join our HR team. The team is friendly, collaborative and delivery focussed. If you are seeking to develop your HR skills and experience, then this could be the opportunity for you. We are looking for somebody who shares our values of honesty, integrity, objectivity, impartiality, and professionalism.
You will be required to support the HR Business Partner in a range of workstreams, specifically learning and development, diversity and inclusion and wellbeing. You will need to have previous experience working in a HR role and evidence of working with stakeholders at all levels. As a HR Officer, youāll work closely with the HR Business Partner in progressing several key HR objectives that support the organisationās business plan.
The post offers an excellent opportunity to work in a vibrant and growing organisation. The successful candidate should understand the contribution and impact of personnel practice on organisational success, staff performance and its importance as a change agent.
Top Responsibilities
Learning and Development
* Support, facilitate and coordinate the delivery and management of development programmes within VCA. Drive efficiency in approach to achieve excellent learner experience and customer service, considering various tools and technology to do this
* Research volunteering opportunities, developing an external network and promoting the opportunities within the VCA
Diversity and Inclusion
* Work towards the organisationās Diversity and Inclusion Strategy.
* Creating and maintaining a Diversity and Inclusion calendar, working with the VCA Communications team to create content aligned to the calendar encouraging sharing experiences across the organisation.
Wellbeing
* The role will lead on organisation and administration of all VCA wellbeing and training events, liaising with staff, departments and external training providers.
* Track and provide data on wellbeing interventions measuring feedback and providing reports that highlight any learning needs and feedback with the HR Business Partner
* Responsible for identifying and sourcing wellbeing activities and making recommendations on suitable courses.
HR Business Partner Support
* Contribute to the development, delivery and review of the organisationās line management training.
* Act as a notetaker in supporting a range of employee relations matters, such as sickness absence, disciplinary etc.
Benefits
* Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here
* 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave).
* 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the Kingās birthday.
* Access to the staff discount portal.
* Excellent career development opportunities and the potential to undertake professional qualifications relevant to your role paid for by the department, such as CIPD, Prince2, apprenticeships, etc.
* 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential help and advice for staff.
* Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.
About You
To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience:
* Worked within a fast-paced HR environment, supporting a range of workstreams to ensure that HR objectives/targets are achieved.
* Familiarity with HR policies/procedures and their practical application
* Strong collaborating and influencing skills with stakeholders ate all levels.
* Excellent presentation and communication skills, both verbal and written
* Excellent IT skills, including word-processing, Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint
* Strong organisational skills
* Able to work flexibly and sometimes under pressure to deliver a range of different areas of work simultaneously to required standards and timescales.
Additional Information
Level 3 CIPD qualified or currently working towards this.
How to Apply
š Read the full description and apply at CS Jobs using the link provided.
This vacancy closes at 23:55 on Sunday 5th April 2026
Vehicle Certification Agency
Apply before 11:55 pm on Sunday 5th April 2026
š Location: Bristol (Hybrid)
š· Salary: Ā£30,485 - A Civil Service Pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%
šļø Contract Type: Fixed Term (12 months with the possibility of permanency) ā Flexible working, Full-time
šļø Available Positions: 1
We are seeking a HR Officer to join our HR team. The team is friendly, collaborative and delivery focussed. If you are seeking to develop your HR skills and experience, then this could be the opportunity for you. We are looking for somebody who shares our values of honesty, integrity, objectivity, impartiality, and professionalism.
You will be required to support the HR Business Partner in a range of workstreams, specifically learning and development, diversity and inclusion and wellbeing. You will need to have previous experience working in a HR role and evidence of working with stakeholders at all levels. As a HR Officer, youāll work closely with the HR Business Partner in progressing several key HR objectives that support the organisationās business plan.
The post offers an excellent opportunity to work in a vibrant and growing organisation. The successful candidate should understand the contribution and impact of personnel practice on organisational success, staff performance and its importance as a change agent.
Top Responsibilities
Learning and Development
* Support, facilitate and coordinate the delivery and management of development programmes within VCA. Drive efficiency in approach to achieve excellent learner experience and customer service, considering various tools and technology to do this
* Research volunteering opportunities, developing an external network and promoting the opportunities within the VCA
Diversity and Inclusion
* Work towards the organisationās Diversity and Inclusion Strategy.
* Creating and maintaining a Diversity and Inclusion calendar, working with the VCA Communications team to create content aligned to the calendar encouraging sharing experiences across the organisation.
Wellbeing
* The role will lead on organisation and administration of all VCA wellbeing and training events, liaising with staff, departments and external training providers.
* Track and provide data on wellbeing interventions measuring feedback and providing reports that highlight any learning needs and feedback with the HR Business Partner
* Responsible for identifying and sourcing wellbeing activities and making recommendations on suitable courses.
HR Business Partner Support
* Contribute to the development, delivery and review of the organisationās line management training.
* Act as a notetaker in supporting a range of employee relations matters, such as sickness absence, disciplinary etc.
Benefits
* Employer pension contribution of 28.97% of your salary. Read more about Civil Service Pensions here
* 25 days annual leave, increasing by 1 day each year of service (up to a maximum of 30 days annual leave).
* 8 Bank Holidays plus an additional Privilege Day to mark the Kingās birthday.
* Access to the staff discount portal.
* Excellent career development opportunities and the potential to undertake professional qualifications relevant to your role paid for by the department, such as CIPD, Prince2, apprenticeships, etc.
* 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme providing free confidential help and advice for staff.
* Flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance.
About You
To be successful in this role you will need to have the following experience:
* Worked within a fast-paced HR environment, supporting a range of workstreams to ensure that HR objectives/targets are achieved.
* Familiarity with HR policies/procedures and their practical application
* Strong collaborating and influencing skills with stakeholders ate all levels.
* Excellent presentation and communication skills, both verbal and written
* Excellent IT skills, including word-processing, Excel, SharePoint, and PowerPoint
* Strong organisational skills
* Able to work flexibly and sometimes under pressure to deliver a range of different areas of work simultaneously to required standards and timescales.
Additional Information
Level 3 CIPD qualified or currently working towards this.
How to Apply
š Read the full description and apply at CS Jobs using the link provided.
This vacancy closes at 23:55 on Sunday 5th April 2026