HR Coordinator

We are looking for people who bring a range of skills to the organisation to help us meet our mission.

​HARP is South Essex’s leading homelessness charity and every year we work with around 1,000 local people to help them overcome or avoid homelessness.​

It is an exciting time to be joining HARP. The organisation has undergone significant change and growth over the past twelve months and we have ambitious plans for the future which will continue to transform lives.

Ref: HRC002

Applicants for this role must be available for interview 23rd June 2026

At HARP, we work alongside people experiencing homelessness to help them find hope, stability and independence. Behind every service we provide is a team of people who care deeply about making a difference — and our HR team plays an important part in supporting those colleagues to do their best work.

We are looking for an organised, approachable and proactive HR Coordinator to join our growing HR team. This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with people, thrives in a varied role and wants to continue developing their HR career within a supportive and values-led organisation.

Working alongside another HR Coordinator and reporting to the Head of HR, you will help provide high-quality HR support across the employee lifecycle. From recruitment and onboarding to employee relations and HR administration, you will help ensure our people processes run smoothly and that managers and colleagues receive timely, supportive and professional advice.

You will support a wide range of HR activities, including: 

• Coordinating recruitment, onboarding and pre-employment checks 

• Supporting managers and employees with day-to-day HR queries 

• Maintaining accurate employee records and HR systems 

• Assisting with employee relations processes including absence management, investigations and wellbeing support 

• Preparing HR letters, reports and documentation 

• Supporting policy reviews, compliance monitoring and HR projects 

• Helping promote positive employee wellbeing and engagement across the organisation 

No two days are the same, so we are looking for someone who is adaptable, organised and confident managing a varied workload. 

What we are looking for 

• Has experience working in a HR support or coordinator role 

• Experience in leading and managing formal employee relations processes, including investigations, disciplinary hearings, grievances and consultation, with confidence and in line with policy and employment law, with oversight from the Head of HR on complex or high-risk matters. 

• Has knowledge of core HR processes and employment law principles 

• Is CIPD Level 5 qualified or working towards this (or has equivalent experience) 

• Communicates clearly and builds positive working relationships 

• Can manage confidential and sensitive information professionally 

• Has strong attention to detail and good organisational skills 

• Enjoys working collaboratively and providing supportive people-focused service 

• Experience within the charity, social care or not-for-profit sector would be beneficial, but is not essential. 

At HARP, we are committed to fostering a workplace that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and where every employee feels valued, respected, and empowered. We believe that equity is essential to creating an inclusive environment where all individuals, regardless of their race, ethnicity, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, socioeconomic background, or other characteristics, have access to equal opportunities for employment, advancement, and success.

We are dedicated to ensuring that our hiring, promotion, and compensation practices are fair, transparent, and free from bias. We actively seek to identify and eliminate barriers to employment and professional growth for underrepresented groups, and we embrace diverse perspectives as a source of strength, innovation, and growth.
Our commitment to equity means that we provide ongoing training and support to ensure that all employees can thrive in their roles and contribute meaningfully to our mission. We continually assess our policies, programs, and culture to ensure we are meeting the needs of all our staff and fostering an environment of trust, collaboration, and accountability.

By embedding equity in our workplace, we aim to create a culture where differences are not just respected but celebrated, and where everyone has the opportunity to achieve their full potential. We believe that when everyone has an equal chance to succeed, we all benefit.

How to apply

To apply for this role, please fill out the application form below. You’ll need to confirm your right to work, fill out your contact details, attach your CV and Covering letter and fill our a short equality, diversity and inclusion questionnaire. You can save and resume your application at any time.