HR Officer
CV-LibraryManchester, Greater ManchestertemporaryPosted: 23 September 2026
Apply NowAre you an experienced HR professional looking for a temporary opportunity where you can make a real difference?
We are recruiting for a Temporary HR Officer to join a well-established organisation within the education sector and provide support across a busy and varied HR function. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR Officer to join a great and supportive team during a period of change, helping with a broad range of operational HR activity and employee support.
What will you be doing as a Temporary HR Officer?
Supporting the HR team with day-to-day HR administration
Managing and recording staff absence, including return-to-work processes and absence meetings
Supporting the onboarding of new starters, including contracts, personnel files, DBS checks and inductions
Monitoring probationary periods and ensuring relevant paperwork is completed
Supporting the recruitment process, including adverts, applications, interviews, references and pre-employment checks
Dealing with staff queries via email, telephone and face-to-face
Maintaining accurate employee records and HR systems
Supporting payroll administration and providing relevant employee information
Processing leavers and associated documentation
Supporting family leave administration
Assisting with employee relations matters and providing support to the HR Manager
Preparing HR reports, statistics and documentation
Handling sensitive and confidential information appropriately
Supporting HR projects and process improvements as required
We would LOVE to hear from you if you have the following skills and experience:
Previous experience within a HR Officer, HR Advisor, HR Administrator, People Advisor, People Coordinator or similar HR role
Strong practical experience across operational HR administration
Experience with onboarding, recruitment, absence management and employee welfare
Confident dealing with sensitive and confidential employee matters
A warm, approachable and diplomatic manner with excellent communication skills
Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
Ability to use your own initiative and work confidently within a busy HR team
Good knowledge of HR processes and employment legislation
Experience working with HR systems and maintaining accurate employee records
CIPD Level 5 or equivalent HR experience
Previous experience within an education environment would be beneficial
Willingness to complete an Enhanced DBS check is essential
What will you get in return for your work as a Temporary HR Officer?
£19.45 per hour
Weekly pay
35 hours per week, Monday-Friday
Ideally 8:30am-4:00pm, with some flexibility to start later and finish later
3-month temporary assignment with potential to be extended beyond this period
The opportunity to work within a warm and supportive HR team
Free parking available
If this sounds like a role you will LOVE and you're an experienced HR professional looking for a new temporary opportunity, we'd LOVE to hear from you! Apply today!
Apply now by sending your CV. We aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 days. If you haven't been contacted within 2 days your application has been unsuccessful. Please check our website and apply directly for any other suitable positions you see. We apologise that we are unable to contact everyone in person and thank you for your interest. Jobwise Ltd is an employment agency and the details sent in your application may be stored on our secure database
We are recruiting for a Temporary HR Officer to join a well-established organisation within the education sector and provide support across a busy and varied HR function. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced HR Officer to join a great and supportive team during a period of change, helping with a broad range of operational HR activity and employee support.
What will you be doing as a Temporary HR Officer?
Supporting the HR team with day-to-day HR administration
Managing and recording staff absence, including return-to-work processes and absence meetings
Supporting the onboarding of new starters, including contracts, personnel files, DBS checks and inductions
Monitoring probationary periods and ensuring relevant paperwork is completed
Supporting the recruitment process, including adverts, applications, interviews, references and pre-employment checks
Dealing with staff queries via email, telephone and face-to-face
Maintaining accurate employee records and HR systems
Supporting payroll administration and providing relevant employee information
Processing leavers and associated documentation
Supporting family leave administration
Assisting with employee relations matters and providing support to the HR Manager
Preparing HR reports, statistics and documentation
Handling sensitive and confidential information appropriately
Supporting HR projects and process improvements as required
We would LOVE to hear from you if you have the following skills and experience:
Previous experience within a HR Officer, HR Advisor, HR Administrator, People Advisor, People Coordinator or similar HR role
Strong practical experience across operational HR administration
Experience with onboarding, recruitment, absence management and employee welfare
Confident dealing with sensitive and confidential employee matters
A warm, approachable and diplomatic manner with excellent communication skills
Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail
Ability to use your own initiative and work confidently within a busy HR team
Good knowledge of HR processes and employment legislation
Experience working with HR systems and maintaining accurate employee records
CIPD Level 5 or equivalent HR experience
Previous experience within an education environment would be beneficial
Willingness to complete an Enhanced DBS check is essential
What will you get in return for your work as a Temporary HR Officer?
£19.45 per hour
Weekly pay
35 hours per week, Monday-Friday
Ideally 8:30am-4:00pm, with some flexibility to start later and finish later
3-month temporary assignment with potential to be extended beyond this period
The opportunity to work within a warm and supportive HR team
Free parking available
If this sounds like a role you will LOVE and you're an experienced HR professional looking for a new temporary opportunity, we'd LOVE to hear from you! Apply today!
Apply now by sending your CV. We aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 days. If you haven't been contacted within 2 days your application has been unsuccessful. Please check our website and apply directly for any other suitable positions you see. We apologise that we are unable to contact everyone in person and thank you for your interest. Jobwise Ltd is an employment agency and the details sent in your application may be stored on our secure database