People (HR) Assistant

People (HR) Assistant

Company: Morrisons (via Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency)

Location: Northwich (CW9 7WA)

Job Type: Permanent

Hours: 40 Hours per week

Schedule: Monday - Friday Day Shifts with 1 late shift per week

Salary: Competitive salary, plus excellent benefits

Closing Date: 03 August 2026

Job Reference: 159130

About the Role

Supportive Bridge Staffing Agency is proud to partner with Morrisons to find a dedicated People (HR) Assistant for their site in Northwich.

As a People Administrator / Assistant, you will play a vital role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the human resources department. Reporting to the People Specialist, you will manage a wide range of HR administrative tasks, ensure accurate payroll processing, maintain secure records, and provide expert guidance to site colleagues and managers.

Key Responsibilities

• Be the first point of contact for foundation-level site People queries

• Provide administrative support to the HR team and ensure accurate payroll administration

• Maintain records, files, and spreadsheets in line with data protection legislation

• Keep ad-hoc analysis, reporting, and weekly HR audit checks up to date

• Support site recruitment and act as a subject member on company HR policies

• Support, coach, and challenge line management with absence, disciplinary, and grievance issues

• Build effective relationships with unions, agency suppliers, colleagues, and stakeholders to drive colleague engagement

About You

While you don't need to be fully HR qualified (though working toward a qualification is a bonus), we look for candidates with:

• The ability to work in a fast-paced People environment (logistics experience is a plus)

• A proactive, positive approach with a true customer focus

• The ability to work under pressure to tight deadlines

• Exposure to HR systems and excellent all-round IT skills (especially Microsoft Excel)

• Experience advising and supporting colleagues with foundation-level queries

Rewards and Benefits

• Six weeks holiday (including bank holidays)

• 15% staff discount in stores available from day one

• Additional 10% discount card for a friend or family member

• Free parking and a subsidised staff canteen

• Market-leading pension and life assurance

• Healthcare and wellbeing benefits, including an Aviva Digital GP

• Morrisons MyPerks (discounts on high street shopping, cinemas, gyms, and more)

• Long Service Awards and enhanced family/maternity/parental leave

Our Hiring Process

1. Find an Opportunity: Submit your application through our site.

2. Let's Find Out More: Successful candidates will be contacted to book an interview slot or discuss the role.

3. Interview & Decision: Attend your interview and receive prompt updates regarding your job offer.