HR Officer

People Officer

• Organisation: Barnsley Council


• Job Type: Temporary


• Pay Rate: £14.82

Join the team at Barnsley Council as a HR Officer, where you will play a crucial role in handling DBS processing and administration, ensuring compliance and accuracy in accordance with relevant legislation and council policies. This position is ideal for individuals with a background in administrative roles that require high levels of accuracy and confidentiality.

Day-to-day of the role:

• DBS Processing & Administration: • Process various types of DBS applications (basic, standard, and enhanced) while ensuring accuracy and compliance.


• Manage applicant accounts, update system records, and handle associated administrative tasks.


• Maintain high data quality standards through regular checks, updates, and spreadsheet management.


• Support the management of post and paper-based applications, ensuring daily office presence for handling physical submissions.


• Customer Support: • Provide clear and responsive support to applicants, hiring managers, and external organisations regarding DBS processes and application status.


• Resolve basic queries and escalate complex cases as needed.


• System & Data Management: • Utilise Excel to edit, filter, tidy, and validate data sets.


• Operate internal systems such as SAP (training will be provided).


• Maintain digital accuracy across records, reports, and application tracking tools.


• Team Support & Coordination: • Work collaboratively within a small team, including part-time staff and apprentices.


• Provide additional capacity to mitigate workload pressures and cover long-term absences within the team.


• Contribute to weekly planning meetings and ensure effective daily coverage.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Previous experience in administrative roles requiring accuracy, confidentiality, and organisation.


• Experience in compliance, recruitment checks, or similar process-driven work.


• Confidence using digital tools and learning new systems efficiently.


• Desirable Experience: • Prior experience processing DBS applications.


• Background in recruitment compliance or safeguarding-related administration.

To apply for the HR Officer position, please submit your CV and a Reed Consultant will be in touch to discuss next steps.

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