Harrow Health CIC

Interim HR Assistant

The closing date is 08 January 2026

Job summary

Developing and implementing HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy.

Bridging management and employee relations by addressing demands, grievances, or other issues

Maintaining the recruitment and selection process

Oversee staff S&M training compliance.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities:

Recruitment & Onboarding:

Posting job advertisements and managing applications.

Scheduling interviews and coordinating with candidates.

Preparing offer letters and contracts.

Handling right-to-work checks and background screening.

Assisting with new employee inductions.

Employee Records & Documentation:

Maintaining and updating HR databases and personnel files.

Managing absence records, including sickness and holiday leave.

Ensuring compliance with GDPR regarding employee data.

Payroll & Benefits Administration:

Supporting payroll processing by collecting and verifying employee data.

Assisting with employee benefits, such as pensions and healthcare.

Handling expenses and reimbursement claims.

HR Policies & Compliance:

Ensuring company policies align with UK employment laws.

Assisting with disciplinary and grievance procedures.

Keeping up to date with changes in HR legislation.

Training & Development:

Coordinating staff training sessions and maintaining training records.

Assisting with employee development programs.

General HR Support:

Acting as the first point of contact for HR-related queries.

Supporting HR projects and initiatives.

Assistingin performance management processes.

Skills Required:

Strong administrative and organisational skills.

Knowledge of UK employment law.

Confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive information.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

About us

Harrow Health CIC

Harrow Health Community Interest Company began in 2007 by a group of Harrow GPs, whose sole aim was to ensure patients receive a high-quality clinical care service within the community. Over the years, Harrow Health has expanded.We now provide many clinical services, which include, Community Services,Right to Chooseprovider for ADHDand our Whole Systems Integrated Care Services.

OurVision:

To provide high quality patient care, enhancing patient experience by providing excellent clinical effectiveness in a safe environment. Working in partnership to provide gold standard services and develop a sustainable future for the local health community.

Details

Date posted

18 December 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£24,000 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

8 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

B0480-25-0035

Job locations

Bank House

7 St. Johns Road

Harrow

Middlesex

HA1 2EY


Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Recruitment & Onboarding:

Posting job advertisements and managing applications.

Scheduling interviews and coordinating with candidates.

Preparing offer letters and contracts.

Handling right-to-work checks and background screening.

Assisting with new employee inductions.

Employee Records & Documentation:

Maintaining and updating HR databases and personnel files.

Managing absence records, including sickness and holiday leave.

Ensuring compliance with GDPR regarding employee data.

Payroll & Benefits Administration:

Supporting payroll processing by collecting and verifying employee data

Assisting with employee benefits, such as pensions and healthcare.

Handling expenses and reimbursement claims.

HR Policies & Compliance:

Ensuring company policies align with UK employment laws.

Assisting with disciplinary and grievance procedures.

Keeping up to date with changes in HR legislation.

Training & Development:

Coordinating staff training sessions and maintaining training records.

Assisting with employee development programs.

General HR Support:

Acting as the first point of contact for HR-related queries.

Supporting HR projects and initiatives.

Assisting in performance management processes.

Skills Required:

Strong administrative and organisational skills.

Knowledge of UK employment law.

Confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive information.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Additional Information:

Appraisal

Harrow Health operates a system of individual performance review/appraisal for the purpose of agreeing performance objectives and discussing development needs in line with requirements of service need in the operational plan.

To have responsibility for a commitment to maintaining a high-quality service to patients by continual development of Service in the light of research evidence and by audit, based against clinically relevant standards.

Code of Conduct for Professional Group

All members of staff are required to work in accordance with their professional groups code of conduct (e.g. NMC, GMC, HPC).

This job description is intended as a basic guide to the scope and responsibilities of the post and is not exhaustive. It will be subject to regular review and amendment as necessary in consultation with the postholder.

Conflict of Interests

You may not without the consent of Harrow Health engage in any outside employment. You must declare to your manager all private interests, which could potentially result in personal gain because of your employment position at Harrow Health. Interests that might appear to be in conflict should also be declared.

Important Advisory for Current and Prospective Employees

At Harrow Health CIC, we strive to maintain a positive and professional working relationship with all employees. Therefore, it is in the best interests of both the employee and our clinical team that, in the event a medical referral is required from your GP during your employment, an alternative healthcare provider, where feasible, should be chosen instead of Harrow Health CIC. This practice helps to avoid any potential conflicts of interest.

For further information or clarification, please contact the HR department.

DBS

It is a requirement of this position that a Criminal Records Bureau disclosure at the standard level is undertaken.

Confidentiality The post holder is required not to disclose such information, particularly that relating to patients and staff. All employees are subject to the Data Protection Act 1998 and must not only maintain strict confidentiality in respect of patient and staff records, but the accuracy and integrity of the information contained within. The post holder must not at any time use personal data held by Harrow Health for any unauthorised purpose or disclosure such as data to a third party. You must not make any disclosure to any unauthorised person or use any confidential information relating to the business affairs of Harrow. Health unless expressly authorised to do so by Harrow Health. Further guidance on confidentiality is contained within Harrow Health Information Security Management System (ISMS). Data Protection

The post holder must always respect the confidentiality of information in line with the requirements of the Data Protection Act. This includes, if required to do so, obtain, process and/or use information held on a computer in a fair and lawful way, to hold data only for the specified registered purposes and to use or disclose data only to authorized persons or organisations as instructed. By signing the job description, you agree to adhere to the NHS code of conduct.

Education and Training

Personal continuing professional development is encouraged, and an annual appraisal system is in place to discuss personal development and ongoing training/objectives.

Equal Opportunities

The post holder is always required to carry out responsibilities with due regard to Harrow Health Equal Opportunities Policy and to ensure that staff receive equal treatment throughout their employment with Harrow Health

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed in any part of Harrow Health premises.

Health and Safety

As an employee of Harrow Health, the employee has a duty under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, to:

Take reasonable care of the health and safety of themselves and all other persons who may be affected by their acts or omissions at work.

Co-operate with their employer to ensure compliance with Health and Safety legislation and the Health and Safety policies and procedures of the treatment centre, not intentionally or recklessly interfere with, or misuse, anything provided in the interests of health, safety, or welfare, in pursuance of any of the relevant statutory provisions.

Risk Management

All members of staff have a responsibility to report all clinical and non-clinical accidents or incidents promptly and when requested to, co-operate with any investigation undertaken.

This list of duties and responsibilities is by not exhaustive and the postholder may be required to undertake other relevant and appropriate duties as reasonably required.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

Recruitment & Onboarding:

Posting job advertisements and managing applications.

Scheduling interviews and coordinating with candidates.

Preparing offer letters and contracts.

Handling right-to-work checks and background screening.

Assisting with new employee inductions.

Employee Records & Documentation:

Maintaining and updating HR databases and personnel files.

Managing absence records, including sickness and holiday leave.

Ensuring compliance with GDPR regarding employee data.

Payroll & Benefits Administration:

Supporting payroll processing by collecting and verifying employee data

Assisting with employee benefits, such as pensions and healthcare.

Handling expenses and reimbursement claims.

HR Policies & Compliance:

Ensuring company policies align with UK employment laws.

Assisting with disciplinary and grievance procedures.

Keeping up to date with changes in HR legislation.

Training & Development:

Coordinating staff training sessions and maintaining training records.

Assisting with employee development programs.

General HR Support:

Acting as the first point of contact for HR-related queries.

Supporting HR projects and initiatives.

Assisting in performance management processes.

Skills Required:

Strong administrative and organisational skills.

Knowledge of UK employment law.

Confidentiality and discretion in handling sensitive information.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Additional Information:

Appraisal

Harrow Health operates a system of individual performance review/appraisal for the purpose of agreeing performance objectives and discussing development needs in line with requirements of service need in the operational plan.

To have responsibility for a commitment to maintaining a high-quality service to patients by continual development of Service in the light of research evidence and by audit, based against clinically relevant standards.

Code of Conduct for Professional Group

All members of staff are required to work in accordance with their professional groups code of conduct (e.g. NMC, GMC, HPC).

This job description is intended as a basic guide to the scope and responsibilities of the post and is not exhaustive. It will be subject to regular review and amendment as necessary in consultation with the postholder.

Conflict of Interests

You may not without the consent of Harrow Health engage in any outside employment. You must declare to your manager all private interests, which could potentially result in personal gain because of your employment position at Harrow Health. Interests that might appear to be in conflict should also be declared.

Important Advisory for Current and Prospective Employees

At Harrow Health CIC, we strive to maintain a positive and professional working relationship with all employees. Therefore, it is in the best interests of both the employee and our clinical team that, in the event a medical referral is required from your GP during your employment, an alternative healthcare provider, where feasible, should be chosen instead of Harrow Health CIC. This practice helps to avoid any potential conflicts of interest.

For further information or clarification, please contact the HR department.

DBS

It is a requirement of this position that a Criminal Records Bureau disclosure at the standard level is undertaken.

Confidentiality The post holder is required not to disclose such information, particularly that relating to patients and staff. All employees are subject to the Data Protection Act 1998 and must not only maintain strict confidentiality in respect of patient and staff records, but the accuracy and integrity of the information contained within. The post holder must not at any time use personal data held by Harrow Health for any unauthorised purpose or disclosure such as data to a third party. You must not make any disclosure to any unauthorised person or use any confidential information relating to the business affairs of Harrow. Health unless expressly authorised to do so by Harrow Health. Further guidance on confidentiality is contained within Harrow Health Information Security Management System (ISMS). Data Protection

The post holder must always respect the confidentiality of information in line with the requirements of the Data Protection Act. This includes, if required to do so, obtain, process and/or use information held on a computer in a fair and lawful way, to hold data only for the specified registered purposes and to use or disclose data only to authorized persons or organisations as instructed. By signing the job description, you agree to adhere to the NHS code of conduct.

Education and Training

Personal continuing professional development is encouraged, and an annual appraisal system is in place to discuss personal development and ongoing training/objectives.

Equal Opportunities

The post holder is always required to carry out responsibilities with due regard to Harrow Health Equal Opportunities Policy and to ensure that staff receive equal treatment throughout their employment with Harrow Health

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed in any part of Harrow Health premises.

Health and Safety

As an employee of Harrow Health, the employee has a duty under the Health and Safety at Work Act 1974, to:

Take reasonable care of the health and safety of themselves and all other persons who may be affected by their acts or omissions at work.

Co-operate with their employer to ensure compliance with Health and Safety legislation and the Health and Safety policies and procedures of the treatment centre, not intentionally or recklessly interfere with, or misuse, anything provided in the interests of health, safety, or welfare, in pursuance of any of the relevant statutory provisions.

Risk Management

All members of staff have a responsibility to report all clinical and non-clinical accidents or incidents promptly and when requested to, co-operate with any investigation undertaken.

This list of duties and responsibilities is by not exhaustive and the postholder may be required to undertake other relevant and appropriate duties as reasonably required.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Broad and comprehensive generalist HR knowledge base, Recruitment and Compliance in a healthcare regulated industry
  • Sound understanding of HR policies and procedures.
  • Up to date working knowledge of employment legislation.
  • Ability to demonstrate proficient use of the
  • Microsoft Office 365 suite within a work environment.

Desirable

  • Generalist HR experience gained preferably in a unionised environment.
  • Experience of working in an NHS/healthcare environment.
  • Able to deliver presentations in a training environment.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to CIPD Level 3
  • Math and English GCSE minimum.

Desirable

  • NA

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Ability to communicate effectively with managers and staff at every level of the organisation.
  • Excellent customer service skills and a strong customer service focus
  • Able to plan and organise own workload.
  • Able to interpret HR policies accurately in line with Employment Law
  • Proven listening, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Able to think quickly, adapt and respond.

Desirable

  • Negotiating and influencing skills
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • Broad and comprehensive generalist HR knowledge base, Recruitment and Compliance in a healthcare regulated industry
  • Sound understanding of HR policies and procedures.
  • Up to date working knowledge of employment legislation.
  • Ability to demonstrate proficient use of the
  • Microsoft Office 365 suite within a work environment.

Desirable

  • Generalist HR experience gained preferably in a unionised environment.
  • Experience of working in an NHS/healthcare environment.
  • Able to deliver presentations in a training environment.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Educated to CIPD Level 3
  • Math and English GCSE minimum.

Desirable

  • NA

Skills and Knowledge

Essential

  • Ability to communicate effectively with managers and staff at every level of the organisation.
  • Excellent customer service skills and a strong customer service focus
  • Able to plan and organise own workload.
  • Able to interpret HR policies accurately in line with Employment Law
  • Proven listening, verbal, and written communication skills
  • Able to think quickly, adapt and respond.

Desirable

  • Negotiating and influencing skills

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Harrow Health CIC

Address

Bank House

7 St. Johns Road

Harrow

Middlesex

HA1 2EY


Employer's website

https://www.harrowhealth.org.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer details

Employer name

Harrow Health CIC

Address

Bank House

7 St. Johns Road

Harrow

Middlesex

HA1 2EY


Employer's website

https://www.harrowhealth.org.uk (Opens in a new tab)


Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

HR & Compliance Assistant

Amal Abdul-kader

harhl.recruitment@nhs.net

02088664100

Details

Date posted

18 December 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£24,000 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

8 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

B0480-25-0035

Job locations

Bank House

7 St. Johns Road

Harrow

Middlesex

HA1 2EY


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