Advertised from 3 March 2026

Role

Are you an organised, people-focused administrator who thrives in a varied and meaningful role? Early Years Scotland is seeking a dedicated HR Administrator to provide high quality administrative support across the full employee and volunteer lifecycle.

Working closely with our wider staff team and external HR company, you will help ensure smooth, efficient and compliant HR processes that support our values-led, supportive and inclusive culture.

Early Years Scotland is a registered charity and Scotland’s leading national specialist organisation dedicated to supporting our youngest children, from pre-birth to age five.

With over 50 years of experience as a Third Sector organisation, we take immense pride in our long-standing commitment to those who work for and on behalf of Scotland’s youngest children.

Key responsibilities:

• Experience in an administrative role, ideally within HR or a similar support function.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a warm and professional approach.
• High level of accuracy, attention to detail and commitment to confidentiality.
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and digital systems (experience with HR software is desirable).
• A proactive, flexible, and solution-focused mindset.
• Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, and enthusiasm for supporting our volunteer network.

What we are looking for:

• Proven experience as an HR Administrator or a similar role
• Strong working knowledge of UK employment legislation and HR best practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High level of confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism
• Proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office
• A proactive, adaptable, and solution-focused mindset
• Eagerness to learn, grow, and continuously improve
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.

What Early Years Scotland will offer:

• Competitive salary and generous annual leave
• Family-friendly policies that support work-life balance
• 5% employer pension contribution after 3 months
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Ongoing professional learning and development opportunities
• A supportive, collaborative team culture where your contribution is valued
• Hybrid working options following successful probation.

Application notes

If you're passionate about contributing to a purpose driven organisation and want a role where your work truly makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Please complete and return our application form by 18 March 2026.

Full details of this post and the application pack can be found at: Job Vacancies | Early Years Scotland

Early Years Scotland is an equal opportunities employer.

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