We’re looking for a people-first and process-savvy HR Manager on a temporary basis to take ownership of HR operations across recruitment, checking timesheets for payroll, employee relations and compliance.

£19.87 per hour
2-3 days a week
Immediate start - temporary contract until December 2026
Free parking
On-site based in Corby
Current Enhanced DBS is essential

Duties and responsibilities:

Lead all HR operations in a standalone role, ensuring policies and procedures are up-to-date and followed
Provide expert HR advice to the Leadership Team on employee relations, absence, disciplinary, and capability matters
Maintain accurate personnel records and ensure compliance with statutory and audit requirements
Oversee the Single Central Record for recruitment and vetting checks
Track and report staff absence, liaising with payroll and internal teams
Act as the main contact with the external HR provider
Offer guidance on personnel issues for all employees
Plan and deliver end-to-end recruitment campaigns, including job descriptions, advertising, shortlisting, interviews, and safer recruitment checks
Administer monthly payroll changes using the EPM system and work closely with Finance to ensure accuracy
Submit monthly absence returns and monitor payroll data

Skills and experience required:

CIPD qualified (or working towards)
Proven experience in HR management ideally within the public sector (school, NHS, local government)
Strong track record in handling disciplinary, capability, and absence management cases
End-to-end recruitment experience, including safer recruitment practices
Payroll administration experience (preferably using EPM or similar systems)
Experience working with unions would be ideal
Strong interpersonal and coaching abilities to support managers
High-level administrative and IT skills (Microsoft Office)
Ability to manage confidential information with discretion
Confident working independently and collaboratively with senior leadership
Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and meet deadlines

Part Time HR Lead - Temporary