People Services Officer

  • Thrive Group
  • Salisbury, Wiltshire
  • Mar 06, 2026
Seasonal Administration

Job Description

People Services Administrator

Location: Salisbury SP1 3BL

Hours: 08:00-16:00 Monday to Friday

Department: Central Services / People Team

Job Description

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive People Services Administrator to join our busy Central Services Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced administrator who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and supporting key HR and recruitment processes within an organisation committed to safeguarding and high professional standards.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide efficient administrative support to the People Services / HR function.

  • Prepare and draft professional correspondence, formal letters, and responses to employee queries.

  • Maintain accurate employee records and ensure HR documentation is managed confidentially.

  • Support recruitment and onboarding processes in line with safeguarding and compliance requirements.

  • Assist with maintaining compliance documentation, including supporting updates to the Single Central Register where required.

  • Work collaboratively with colleagues across the Central Services Team to ensure smooth daily operations.

Essential Skills & Experience

Qualifications & Training

GCSEs (or equivalent) including Maths and English, or demonstrable relevant knowledge, experience, or professional development.

Knowledge & Experience

  • Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Excel.
  • Experience using databases or HR systems would be advantageous.

Skills & Abilities

  • Excellent organisational and administrative skills, with the ability to work efficiently and often under pressure.

  • Strong attention to detail and the ability to prioritise workloads effectively.

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, particularly when drafting professional correspondence.

  • Ability to build strong working relationships and work effectively as part of a busy team.

  • A clear understanding of the confidential and sensitive nature of HR information and the importance of maintaining discretion at all times.

Personal Qualities & Commitment

  • Commitment to completing Safeguarding training relevant to the role, including safer recruitment.

  • Understanding and application of Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) guidance throughout recruitment processes.

  • Willingness to attend internal compliance and safeguarding meetings as directed by the Head of People Services.

  • Commitment to following the organisation's Safeguarding Policy and procedures.

If you are interested about this role you can contact Thrive Trowridge branch on (phone number removed).

Thrive are acting as an Employment Business in relationship to this vacancy.

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