People and Culture Assistant

Role:
People and Culture Assistant Hours – 21.75 hours per week (flexible opportunities) Salary Scale £15,156 - £15,537 (fte £25,260 - £25,896) Location – Altirincham Campus

We're thrilled to share that our HR function is evolving into the newly established People and Culture Department. This exciting transformation is a testament to our dedication to creating a vibrant, inclusive, and people-first organisation. To support this transformation, we are looking for a passionate and dedicated People and Culture Assistant to join our team.

We’re on the lookout for a proactive, people‑loving
People & Culture Assistant to join our dynamic team.
If you're the kind of person who enjoys helping others, loves making processes smooth and seamless, and takes pride in delivering exceptional service — you’ll fit right in.

As the first point of contact for all things People & Culture, you’ll play a vital role in creating an amazing colleague experience from the moment someone joins us, right through their journey at the Group.

No two days will be the same, but you can expect to:

• Be the warm, welcoming voice, answering colleague queries
• Provide helpful advice on People policies and systems
• Support onboarding, pre‑employment checks, contract preparation &
• Produce letters, references and external correspondence
• Help managers with first‑line Employee Relations queries
• Create engaging support tools like guides, videos, and webinars
• Keep our People systems up-to-date and accurate
• Help bring People‑led events to life
• Contribute ideas to help us improve, innovate and deliver even better services
• Protect the confidentiality and wellbeing of our staff, promoting safeguarding at all times

Someone who brings:

• A positive approach and a genuine passion for helping people
• Great communication skills — friendly, clear, confident
• Strong organisation and attention to detail (you love a tidy inbox!)
• A ‘can‑do’ attitude and the ability to stay calm under pressure
• Good IT skills across Microsoft Office
• A willingness to learn and develop — including working towards CIPD Level 3 if you don’t already have it
• Values that match ours — Ambitious. Resilient, Collaborative. Inclusive. Respectful.

Experience in HR or education is a bonus, but not essential — we’ll help you grow and develop.

You’ll be part of a warm, supportive team where your ideas matter and your contribution makes a real difference. Here, you’ll develop your People expertise, build confidence, and gain hands‑on experience in a busy, friendly environment.

This is more than an admin role — it’s a chance to shape the employee experience for hundreds of colleagues.

At Trafford & Stockport College Group (TSCG), you belong to a team that’s committed to shaping brilliant futures – for students and colleagues alike. We believe in unlocking the potential that exists in everyone and when you work with us, your individual skills and experiences are valued. You’ll be part of a supportive and friendly community, where everyone brings their own unique perspective and strengths, and where the work you do is appreciated and celebrated.

We’re deeply rooted in our local communities, with strong connections to businesses, industry, and universities. Together, we’re all working toward a shared mission: to elevate skills, create opportunities, shape futures, and transform lives.

TSCG is not just a place to work – it’s a place to belong, to thrive, and to make a difference.

At TSCG, we believe in rewarding our team for their dedication and hard work. Our exceptional benefits package is designed to support your well‑being, professional growth, and overall job satisfaction while ensuring you are valued every step of the way. Join our team and enjoy a competitive benefits package that includes:

• 40 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
• Generous company pension contribution 20.8%
• Onsite Costa Coffee & Subsidies staff canteen
• Employee Assistance Programme that extends the supports to your family members
• Tailored Professional Development plan
• Free onsite Parking

All employees, including senior managers, will normally…