HR Officer (14 month contract - maternity cover)
28 Aug 2026 - 5:00pm
Contract type
Fixed term
Working hours
35 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Location
Working across all Share sites but mainly based at Share Clapham, SW11 1JL
Reports to
Head of People and Culture
Contact email
hradmin@sharecommunity.org.uk
Contact telephone number
020 7924 2949
We are looking for an HR Officer to join us on a 14-month maternity cover contract as part of our People & Culture function. Key responsibilities are the smooth running of Share's recruitmentand payroll functions, as well asprovidingbasic advice to line managers and staff.
Share is a registered charity and a centre for training and wellbeing. We provide a range of programmes empowering adults with a learning disability, autistic adults, and adults with other support needs to live happier, healthier, and more independent lives. Our vision is a world where disabled people are fully included in society, living the life they choose, and we need talented people to help us make that happen.
Your work will help ensure Share attracts, supports and develops talented staff who are committed to empowering disabled adults. You'll play an important role in delivering excellent HR support, enabling our teams to provide high-quality services for our students.
Main responsibilities
You'll provide HR support to formal employee relations processes including disciplinary, grievance,capabilityand sickness absence management processes
You'll lead recruitment for new staff including; advertising roles, arranging interviews and conducting pre-employment checks
You'll onboard all new starters, ensuring comprehensive inductions and relevant training
You'll deliver staff social events in line with agreed budgets and support the provision and promotion of Share's staff benefits
You'll ensure collation of monthly payroll submissions, including hours worked, contract changes and new starters
You'll support the scheduling of flexible staff and the assignment of bank workers and source cover for unexpected absences
Who we’re looking for
- You'll have experience in HR, ideally with a CIPD level 3 qualification or equivalent
You'll have experience working in a mid-sized charity or education sector
Most importantly, you share our strong commitment to the inclusion of disabled people in society, you believe in equality for all
Why work for us?
Share is committed to empowering disabled adults. You'll make a difference every day, helping people to live as independently as possible.
Our values drive us forward. They provide the framework for everything we do, including who we hire. We believe everyone has somethingto offer others, and we build on people'sindividual talents, interests and abilities. We think happy employees are successful employees.
We hold a goldInvestors in Peopleaccreditation, which means we truly understand the value of people: we focus on what people can do, not what holds them back. And we have robust policies in place so that every single person working at Share takes ownership for making our programmes come to life.
We've been praised for our supportive working environment where everyone has a voice and is valued. You'll be surrounded by people who support you, challenge you, and inspire you.
We positively welcome applications from all parts of the community and from people with diverse cultural backgrounds and lived experience.
We focus on ability and believe people work best when they feel valued, safe and happy. We do all that we can to make sure that Share is friendly and welcoming to everyone. All CVs and applications are sanitised to ensure unbiased recruitment.
This job is subject to two satisfactory references, evidence of qualifications, an enhanced DBS check and providing evidence of the right to work in the UK. If you are disabled and would like to discuss other ways of submitting your application, please call us on 020 7924 2949.
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We look forward to receiving your application.
HR Officer (14 month contract - maternity cover) employer: Share Community Ltd
Share Community Ltd. is an exceptional employer that prioritises inclusivity and diversity, making it a rewarding place to work in Greater London. With a strong commitment to employee growth and a supportive work culture, staff are encouraged to develop their skills while contributing to a safe and welcoming environment for all. The organisation not only values attention to detail and health and safety but also actively supports individuals with disabilities, ensuring that every team member feels valued and empowered.
