At a Glance
- Tasks: Support the People and Culture Manager in delivering high-quality HR services.
- Company: Join a dynamic charity committed to safeguarding and equal opportunities.
- Benefits: Enjoy 28 days annual leave, hybrid working, and an attractive pension scheme.
- Other info: Fixed-term contract for 13 months with excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while developing your HR skills.
- Qualifications: GCSEs in English and Maths, CIPD Level 3 or equivalent experience required.
The predicted salary is between 25405 - 27739 £ per year.
We are recruiting a People and Culture Officer (Maternity Cover) to support the delivery of a comprehensive, proactive and high-quality People Service.
What you will do:
- Assist the People and Culture Manager to provide support, advice and guidance to managers on effective implementation of all policies and processes covering the full employee lifecycle.
- Manage minor/low level employee relations processes with support from the People and Culture Manager.
- Prepare and issue HR documentation, including contracts, invite letters and outcome letters with support from the People and Culture Manager.
- Be the notetaker in HR meetings, including team meetings, investigations, disciplinaries and appeals.
- Support managers with recruitment processes and campaigns.
- Provide support and guidance to colleagues relating to policies and procedures.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- English Language and Mathematics GCSE or equivalent grade C or above.
- CIPD Level 3 or equivalent experience.
- Demonstrable experience of managing employee relation cases in line with UK employment law and best practice.
- Up-to-date knowledge of employment law and HR best practice.
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
- Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to manage and prioritise your workload.
- Competent user of all Microsoft Office packages.
- Understand the importance of confidentiality.
- Ability to deal with sensitive information with discretion and to maintain confidentiality.
Salary: £25,404.80 per annum (Scale point 18) progressing by increments to £27,738.50 per annum (Scale point 23)
Hours: 29 hours per week
Location: Warrington
Contract: Fixed-term contract for 13 months.
Benefits: You will receive 28 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part-time workers), hybrid and flexible working arrangements, an attractive pension scheme, Medicash membership and enhanced sick pay.
Closing date: 19th July 2026
PAPYRUS is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in employment and its recruitment policies are designed to ensure that no job applicant or employee receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of age, disability, gender re‑assignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex or sexual orientation. PAPYRUS is committed to safeguarding all children, young people and adults at risk that interact with the organisation. The organisation recognises its responsibility to safeguard the welfare of these vulnerable groups by a commitment to procedures to protect them. The charity expects all staff and volunteers to fully support and promote these commitments.
People and Culture Officer (Maternity Cover) in Warrington employer: Papyrus
PAPYRUS is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment in Warrington. With a strong commitment to employee growth, you will benefit from flexible working arrangements, a generous leave policy, and a comprehensive pension scheme, all while contributing to meaningful work that safeguards vulnerable individuals. Join us to be part of a team that values your contributions and prioritises your professional development.
