HR Coordinator

Job Specification: HR Administrator

Location: Taunton (Hybrid - 3 days office / 2 days WFH)Hours: 37 hours per week, Monday-FridayContract: 12-month Maternity CoverIndustry: Care Sector

Overview

We are recruiting for a proactive and organised HR Administrator to join a large, well-established organisation within the care sector.

This position plays a key part in ensuring a smooth and compliant onboarding experience for new employees across all areas of care services.

Key Responsibilities

Resourcing & Onboarding

• Coordinate the full onboarding process for new starters within the care workforce.
• Manage pre-employment compliance checks including DBS, Right to Work, references, and mandatory training requirements.
• Prepare and issue contracts, offer letters, and onboarding documentation.
• Maintain accurate recruitment and onboarding records on internal HR systems.
• Liaise with hiring managers to ensure timely, efficient onboarding.

HR & Administrative Support

• Provide general HR administrative support across the department.
• Ensure HR files are compliant and up to date.
• Support HR colleagues with consultation administration and employee lifecycle documentation.

Project Support

• Assist with HR and recruitment-related projects as required, including the transition of recruitment processes back in-house.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within HR and resourcing.

Skills & Experience Required

• Experience in HR administration, recruitment coordination, or resourcing support (preferably within a fast-paced or regulated sector).
• Excellent understanding of onboarding processes and compliance checks (DBS, RTW etc.).
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Confident communicator, able to build rapport with managers and candidates.
• High attention to detail and a commitment to accuracy.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and HR/ATS systems.

What We Offer

• 12-month maternity cover role offering valuable HR and recruitment experience.
• Hybrid working (3 days in Taunton head office, 2 days from home).
• The opportunity to support a meaningful sector that directly impacts the quality of care delivered across the community.
• A supportive HR team and varied workload spanning onboarding, admin, and project contributions.