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HR System and Data Analyst - Maternity Cover

Human ResourcesHuman ResourcesFull TimeRemoteMid LevelTeam 1,001-5,000

Location

United Kingdom

Posted

80 days ago

Salary

£40K - £50K / year

Seniority

Mid Level

Job Description

HR System and Data Analyst - Maternity Cover

Witherslack Group

Salary; £40,000 - £50,000 depending on experience Location; Remote Please note this is a 15 month fixed term contract. Those huge small victories We are the highest Ofsted-rated provider in the country for special education and care. Our teams are fulfilled by the idea of making even the smallest positive changes in our young people, so we celebrate the little things. For children with complex needs the level of care and education we provide must go above and beyond. That’s what drives us here at Witherslack Group. With our high staff-to-child ratio and in-house clinical teams, we’re proud to have a reputation for excellence and market leading OFSTED ratings. Get out what you put in As our HR System and Data Analyst, you will be responsible for leading the integrity, performance and continuous development of our HR system, ensuring it consistently delivers accurate, timely and meaningful people information across the Group. This role is a champion of data quality and innovation, playing a pivotal part in enabling informed decision-making and supporting our growth strategy. Working in partnership with senior leaders and key stakeholders, you will ensure our core HRIS (Workday) remains robust, compliant and fit for purpose, providing the strong foundations needed to support our people and ultimately the outcomes we achieve as an organisation. In this role you will oversee the day-to-day management, configuration and enhancement of Workday, ensuring the accuracy of data across HCM, Time Tracking, Absence, Scheduling and Benefits modules. Your expertise will enable you to deliver insightful dashboards, reports and analysis for senior leadersYou will lead on system testing, releases and new implementations, working closely with third-party providers to drive continuous improvement. Alongside this, you will take responsibility for the administration and reporting of staff engagement surveys, ensuring feedback is meaningfully analysed and shared. Through training, guidance and proactive support, you will empower colleagues to use our systems effectively, ensuring our people data not only meets compliance requirements but actively drives performance and engagement across the Group. Bring your whole-self to work Here at Witherslack Group, we celebrate everyone’s differences as that’s what makes us the best at what we do. Our young people come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs – and our workforce reflects that diversity, so that our teams can engage, encourage and inspire our young people to be themselves. We’ll give you the chance to build an exciting career in a fast-growing organisation, where you’re free to achieve your potential. From you we will need; - Proven experience working with HR systems (ideally Workday) as a super user, with strong attention to detail and a focus on data accuracy and integrity. - Advanced analytical and reporting skills, including confident use of Excel and the ability to interpret and present meaningful people data. - Experience developing dashboards and reports that identify trends, inform decision-making and support organisational priorities. - Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience liaising effectively with senior leaders and external system providers. - Highly organised and proactive approach, with the ability to manage system updates, deliver training and maintain strict confidentiality. What we do for you We know you’re going to do great things. For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with the best salary and benefits package in the care sector. With us, you’ll get to make a genuine difference to the lives of our young people – plus you’ll get: - Salary: Salary up to £50,000 depending on experience - Holiday: You’ll work hard at WG, so you’ll be rewarded with 7 weeks’ holiday (including bank holidays) - Flexible benefits package: meaning you can increase/decrease your holiday allowance, pension and life insurance – check out our benefits here - Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance - Healthcare cash plan cover so you can claim back the cost of things like an opticians or dentist appointment and a host of high-street discounts - A recommend a friend scheme that offers a £1,000 bonus every time Join the UK’s best special education and care provider Our young people deserve the best possible future and we feel the same about our teams. You deserve to have the career you want, with a purpose-led employer, in an environment that allows you to be yourself. The Witherslack Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of its young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check (we will cover the cost). We are an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. For the full job description and person spec please click here. To view our policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders please click here.

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Leave Administrator

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Aspire Living & Learning believes it must play an active role in creating a community of employees that is diverse, inclusive and equitable. Our work benefits greatly from the contributions of people of color, people from working class backgrounds, women, LGBTQ people, and individuals with disabilities. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.

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Full TimeRemoteTeam 1,001-5,000

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Leave Administrator

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Aspire Living & Learning believes it must play an active role in creating a community of employees that is diverse, inclusive and equitable. Our work benefits greatly from the contributions of people of color, people from working class backgrounds, women, LGBTQ people, and individuals with disabilities. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.

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Leave Administrator

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Aspire Living & Learning believes it must play an active role in creating a community of employees that is diverse, inclusive and equitable. Our work benefits greatly from the contributions of people of color, people from working class backgrounds, women, LGBTQ people, and individuals with disabilities. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.

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This role ensures employees are supported through complex and often sensitive situations while maintaining strict compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. Leveraging strong internal systems and external vendor partnerships, the Leave Administrator oversees end-to-end case management, ensures regulatory accuracy, and partners closely with HR, Payroll, managers, and external providers to deliver a compassionate, consistent, and compliant employee experience across Aspire’s multi-state footprint. While this is a remote role, Aspire is seeking candidates within our service footprint (VT, CT, MA, NH, MD). 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Unemployment Insurance Administration - Manage unemployment insurance claims across all operating states, including timely review, response, and submission of required documentation. - Partner with HR and supervisors to gather separation details, attendance records, wage information, and supporting documentation. - Coordinate unemployment hearings, appeals, and fact-finding interviews in collaboration with external vendors, as appropriate. - Track claim activity, outcomes, and trends; identify opportunities to mitigate risk and improve processes. - Serve as the primary liaison with state unemployment agencies and third-party unemployment vendors. - Ensure compliance with all state-specific unemployment insurance regulations and deadlines. Workers’ Compensation & Injury Coordination - Oversee intake, reporting, and tracking of all work-related injuries and incidents, ensuring timely and accurate submission of first reports of injury. - Coordinate medical care, including initial evaluations, follow-up appointments, and referrals. - Maintain comprehensive claim files, including incident reports, medical documentation, job descriptions, wage data, and recorded statements. - Coordinate workers’ compensation claims with applicable leave and accommodation processes to ensure compliance and continuity. - Participate in claim reviews with the insurance carrier to monitor progress, address issues, and support cost containment strategies. - Facilitate return-to-work planning and modified duty arrangements in collaboration with managers and HR. Safety, Compliance & HR Operations - Ensure compliance with OSHA recordkeeping and reporting requirements, including preparation and maintenance of OSHA 300, 300A, and 301 logs. - Submit required occupational injury and illness data to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). - Monitor, update, and ensure visibility of required labor law and safety compliance postings across agency locations. - Conduct ergonomic assessments and support proactive workplace accommodations. - Analyze leave, injury, and unemployment data to identify trends and recommend improvements to reduce risk and improve employee experience. - Provide guidance and training to managers and internal stakeholders on injury reporting, leave procedures, and compliance expectations. - Participate in ongoing professional development and assigned compliance-related training. - Perform other duties as assigned to support regulatory alignment and employee well-being. Qualifications - High School Diploma required; Associate’s degree in Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field preferred. - Minimum of two years of experience in Human Resources. - Two or more years of experience administering leaves of absence, unemployment insurance, and/or workers’ compensation cases preferred. - Strong working knowledge of FMLA, ADA, state paid leave programs (e.g., CT PFML), unemployment insurance regulations, and OSHA requirements, or demonstrated ability to quickly learn. - Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong service orientation. - Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple complex cases and deadlines simultaneously. - Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, compliance-driven environment. - Demonstrated discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive employee and medical information. - Proficiency with Microsoft Office and HRIS systems; experience with UKG, Cognos, bswift, and Cigna platforms a plus. Employees at Aspire enjoy working with a collaborative and dedicated team that values a culture of belonging and care. We take pride in offering a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees, including: - Comprehensive Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance - Choose from multiple medical plans, with vision coverage included at no extra cost. - Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Saving Account (HSA) options - Use pre-tax dollars for medical and dependent care expenses. - Lifestyle Spending Accounts with JOON - Monthly funds for wellness, fitness, commuting, childcare, pet care, and more. - 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match - A 100% match on contributions up to 2% of your salary. - Generous Paid Time Off - Paid sick, personal, and vacation days, plus holidays. - Professional Growth Opportunities - Access to training, leadership and management courses, mentorship, and career advancement. - Employer-Paid Life & Disability Insurance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Telehealth Services and more! If you want to join us in making a difference and positively impact the lives of others while charting your own path of development, then we at the Aspire team would love to hear from you. Aspire Living & Learning believes it must play an active role in creating a community of employees that is diverse, inclusive and equitable. Our work benefits greatly from the contributions of people of color, people from working class backgrounds, women, LGBTQ people, and individuals with disabilities. Hence, we strongly encourage applications from people with these identities or who are members of other marginalized communities.

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