HR Officer
Gloucester
12 Month Fixed Term, 1 year fixed term.
Hybrid working is available, office based in Gloucester
Salary Band 5 £19,059 – £20,734 (actual) | £31,766 – £34,558 FTE per annum depending on experience
We are seeking an experienced and proactive HR Officer to join our HR Team, providing first-line HR support across the organisation.
Reporting to the Senior HR Advisor, you will support managers and staff with day-to-day HR matters, ensuring policies are applied consistently and in line with UK employment legislation.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide first-line HR advice to manager and staff
- Coordinate recruitment and onboarding
- Prepare contracts and HR documentation
- Maintain accurate HR records and support payroll processes
- Support disciplinary, grievance and absence processes
- Assist with policy updates, training coordination and compliance
About You
- Experience providing generalist HR advice
- Confident supporting employee relations casework
- Strong understanding of UK employment law
- Organised, discreet and able to manage a varied workload
- CIPD Level 3 (or working towards) desirable
You will be approachable, collaborative and sympathetic to the Christian mission and values of the Church of England. You do not need to be a practising Christian.
If you’re looking for a purposeful HR role within a supportive, values-driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you.
To submit your application please email the HR team with your CV and a covering letter by clicking on Apply Now, before the closing date.
Please note that the Diocese follows Safer Recruitment practices.
CVs are not accepted.
No agencies.
Closing Date for Applications: 9am, Monday 16th March Interview date: Wednesday 25th March
Hours Per Week: Part-Time, 21 hours per week

