Their duties include recruiting, hiring and training new and existing employees. HR Assistants also help plan programs and processes designed to improve employee welfare. They manage payroll, maintain vital employee records and ensure the smooth operation of the HR department. HR Assistants typical responsibilities include: Assisting HR with the process of recruitment, including vetting candidates, assisting with interviews and issuing employment contracts Supporting internal and external inquiries and requests related to the HR department Compiling and maintaining paper, digital and electronic employee records, including holiday and sickness leaves Processing payroll and assisting with the documentation of employee compensation and benefits Supporting HR-related training programs, workshops and seminars Entering employee data into computer database Coordinating logistics for new hire orientations Writing and submitting reports on general HR activities Overseeing HR events and meetings and coordinating management-employee communications Continuously learn the latest HR best practices to improve workplace efficiency PERSON SPECIFICATION Essential Desirable Qualifications NVQ 3 in Administration or equivalent qualification or knowledge Knowledge Understanding of administrative processes and systems in a busy environment Good working knowledge of MS Office Suite. Knowledge of NHS Terms and Conditions of Service Knowledge of right to work principles Knowledge of TRAC Jobs and how they support recruitment Recruitment processes NHS Standards related to recruitment, i.e. pre employment checks Knowledge of equal opportunities legislation relating to recruitment Awareness of equality and diversity in relation to recruitment. Experience Managing changing priorities in the working day Meeting tight deadlines Working in a busy office environment Use of TRAC Jobs End to end recruitment Processes Processing DBS checks. Carrying out pre employment check Blue Arrow is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to helping find great work opportunities for great people.