Overview

Fusion Housing seeks an experienced Human Resources professional to join our long-established charity and provide an effective and efficient HR service for the Organisation. We are looking to appoint a CIPD Level 5 (or higher) Qualified Practitioner who is an enthusiastic and dedicated self-starter able to manage their own workload and use their knowledge and experience of HR matters to support both staff and the Organisation. This role is based in Kirklees and is offered on a permanent basis.

Fusion Housing works across the Kirklees, Calderdale and Wakefield districts of West Yorkshire, providing help for our communities to find and maintain housing through legal advice, employment support, learning opportunities, supported accommodation and local food bank provision.

Currently employing around 75 staff plus volunteers across 4 locations.

The Role Includes

• Managing recruitment and selection activities.
• Issuing Contracts of Employment and providing HR reports for management purposes when required.
• Advising Managers and Trustees on HR issues.
• Taking ownership of the Organisational Staff Training Plan and coordinating training with Operational Managers.
• Collating payroll information.

The Qualities We’re Looking For

• A positive, enthusiastic and approachable attitude with a sense of professional curiosity.
• Meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work on your own initiative and handle an ever-changing workload.
• Good administrative skills and excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams).
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate with a wide range of people confidently.

Requirements and Details

Location: Kirklees - Pearl House, 10 John William Street, Huddersfield, HD1 1BA

Position type: Permanent

Hours: Part Time/Full Time (29.6 – 37 hours per week – hours negotiable)

Salary: Band 6A, £36,763 to £39,085 per annum (pro rata for part-time staff)

Organisation: Fusion Housing (advertised by Kirklees Council on behalf of Fusion Housing)

DBS: A Basic DBS Check will be required

How to Apply

Complete our online application form via Hireful through the Fusion Housing website (About us – Volunteering & Working). For further information (job description and employee specification), please visit our website (About us – Volunteering & Working). We strongly recommend arranging an informal conversation with our HR Consultant prior to applying – contact karenweaverconsulting@gmail.com.

Closing date: 10:00 AM on Monday 1 September 2025

Interviews: Week commencing 15 September 2025 in Huddersfield

Benefits

• 30 days annual leave, 2 floating days, and statutory bank holidays (pro-rata for PT staff)
• Flexible working
• Hybrid working policy
• 30-minute paid break per day
• 5% employer pension contribution
• Pension salary sacrifice scheme
• Sick pay after probation
• Inclusive maternity and parental policies and pay
• Health cash plan
• Staff and peer support networks

Important information: Fusion Housing is committed to safeguarding children and adults at risk. This recruitment follows our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy and Procedures.

EEO statements and policy information are included as part of the job description.