At a Glance
- Tasks: Join our People Team as an HR Coordinator and make a real difference every day.
- Company: Advance, a not-for-profit housing association dedicated to supporting people with disabilities.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive salary, paid holidays, professional development, and discounts through Perks at Work.
- Other info: Hybrid working model with excellent career progression opportunities.
- Why this job: Gain valuable HR experience while helping others achieve independent living.
- Qualifications: Strong administrative skills and a passion for HR are essential.
The predicted salary is between 29349 - 29349 £ per year.
Position: HR Coordinator - up to 10 months Maternity Cover
Location: Head Office, Witney - Hybrid model 3 days office based, 2 days home based
Hours: 35 contracted hours per week, Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
Salary: Up to £29,349.75 per annum plus £1,051 geographical allowance
Closing Date: Friday 4th September 2026
About the Role:
We have an exciting opportunity for a temporary HR Coordinator to join our People Team at Advance for up to 10 months. We are a specialist supported housing association that is on an exciting journey to deliver more services and develop more housing for people with learning disabilities and mental health conditions to allow them to achieve greater independent living.
Role responsibilities:
- Delivering prompt and efficient resolution to HR enquiries in line with our policies and best practice via our telephone helpline, email and in person
- Advertising job roles via our applicant tracking system
- Proactively processing candidates through our pre-employment checks to onboarding in a timely manner
- Accurately and efficiently process payroll changes through the HR system for payroll
- Work in partnership with our HR Advisors to support with the delivery of employee relations and recruitment requirements
About the candidate:
- You will have an awareness of employment legislation, HR policies and best practice
- You will be a confident communicator who can give credible and reliable advice
- You will have a solution driven mindset, striving to achieve excellent customer satisfaction
- You will have a passion to develop within the HR field
- A strong administrative background with HR knowledge is required for this role
In return we offer training and support, including CIPD and career progression.
Benefits of working for Advance:
- Paid holiday (from 25 days up to 30 days with long service in addition to bank holidays, pro rata for part time hours)
- Sector specific training is provided as part of induction plus opportunities for professional development
- Access to Perks at Work where you can obtain great discounts of cinema tickets, shopping vouchers and much more
- Long service awards payable in 5 year increments
- Golden Hello/refer a friend receive up to £500
- Cycle to work scheme
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
- Free DBS (Disclosures and Barring Service)
- Excellent opportunities to progress your career within Advance
- Enrolment in a pension scheme with matched contributions above the statutory minimum (if you work enough hours to meet the threshold for enrolment)
Advance is regulated by the Regulator of Social Housing and the Care Quality Commission and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the people we support. You will be required to provide evidence of right to work. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be required for this role, the cost of which will be covered by Advance.
Safeguarding:
At Advance, Safeguarding is embedded in our organisational culture — it’s reflected in our values, our behaviours, and the way we work together. We believe that creating a safe environment is not just about compliance, but about cultivating trust, openness, and accountability at every level.
We value diversity and therefore welcome applications from everyone interested in working at Advance. We are a Disability Confident Leader.
HR Coordinator - Maternity Cover in Oxford employer: Advance Housing and Support Ltd
Advance is an exceptional employer located in Witney, offering a rewarding opportunity as a Casual Support Worker where you can truly make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities and mental health conditions. With flexible working hours, comprehensive training, and genuine career progression opportunities, Advance fosters a supportive and inclusive work culture that values every employee's contribution. Join us to be part of a passionate team dedicated to transforming lives while enjoying benefits like paid mileage, discounts, and a commitment to your professional development.
Contact Details:
Advance Housing and Support Ltd Recruitment Team
