People Assistant

We're a thriving team passionate about working together to deliver excellence, all in a natural forest environment.

Welcome to Center Parcs - the leading provider of short break holidays, supported by a dedicated team of over 10,000 colleagues across Forest House (our Head Office) and six unique village locations throughout the UK and Ireland.

People Assistant | €15.40 per hour

Are you passionate about operational excellence and delivering exceptional support across specialist and generalist functions? This role offers a broad scope of administrative responsibilities, ideal for someone who thrives on efficiency, innovation and continuous improvement.

With a proactive mindset and a keen eye for smarter, more automated ways of working, you’ll play a key role in elevating our administrative operations. From onboarding to offboarding and everything in between, you’ll help create a seamless and engaging colleague experience.

• Assist Talent Development: Coordinate training sessions across 2 villages, assist with embedding learning initiatives, and help track training effectiveness through data and feedback
• Support Talent Acquisition: Organise inductions, coordinate feedback feedback from new starters and leavers, and assist with recruitment data and assessment materials
• Contribute to the People Team: Take notes in ER cases, coordinate engagement and wellness activities, manage compliance tasks, and respond to colleague queries
• Oversee Workwear Queries: Act as the first point of contact for workwear-related support and deliveries on the village
• Participate in People Services Projects: Collaborate on centralisation and automation initiatives, working in a squad mindset to improve processes

Please note that to apply for a role with us, you must be able to reliably commute to Center Parcs Longford Forest, as it is not easily accessible by public transport. If you plan to use public transport, please follow this link for a realistic overview of your commute: Plan Your Journey

Hours of work

We have the following contracts available, with working patterns designed to support both our operational needs and your work-life balance. Our team typically collaborates during core hours of 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday.

• 150 hours per 4-week period (37.5 hours per week)
• 75 hours per 4-week period (18.75 hours per week)

Please state your desired contracted hours from the options above under the suitability section of your application form.

About you

Essential requirements:

• Good knowledge of Microsoft packages 
• Able to collate and manage data across the People disciplines
• Proactive
• Curious Mindset
• Process Improver
• Relationship Builder
• Agile / Organised

Desirable requirements:

• An experienced administrator looking for their next step

About the benefits

Center Parcs is a fantastic place to work, and the benefits are as impressive as they are unique. Here are just a few:

• Bonus Scheme - recognition for your contribution through our colleague bonus programme
• Pension & Life Assurance - helping you plan for the future with peace of mind
• Recognition & Rewards - choose from Center Parcs and high street vouchers to celebrate your achievements
• Free Day Passes - enjoy complimentary use of our fantastic village leisure facilities
• Discounted Breaks - take time out with reduced rates on Center Parcs holidays
• 20% Off Food & Retail - save on meals and shopping at our restaurants and outlets
• Perks at Work - unlock a wide range of discounts on retail, travel, and entertainment
• Employee Assistance Programme - confidential support for financial, health, and legal matters
• Career Development - grow with us through exciting opportunities and recognised qualifications

If this sounds like your ideal job, then we'd love to see your application.

Closing date: 28th October 2025

Interviews to be held: Ongoing #INDSPON

Please note this vacancy may close at any time once sufficient applications have been received. Early submission of your application is therefore encouraged.

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At Center Parcs, everyone's welcome.

We recognise that we're all at our best when we're being ourselves. We are committed to building a culture that champions diversity, equity and inclusion, where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. We welcome people from all backgrounds and want them to feel valued for their individuality, thrive in our business and share a sense of belonging. We place a lot of value on recruiting based on behaviours rather than prioritising qualifications or experience. Please let us know if you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process.