HR Apprentice

We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our clients HR team as a Level 5 People Professional Apprentice. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic HR environment while working towards a nationally recognised Level 5 CIPD (Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development) qualification.

As a People Professional Apprentice, you will develop key skills in employee relations, talent management, learning and development, and organisational performance. You will work closely with the HR team to support the delivery of people-focused strategies, ensuring best practices are followed and contributing to a positive employee experience.

Key Responsibilities:

Employee Relations and Engagement:

• Support the Operations team in handling employee relations cases, including grievances and disciplinary procedures.

• Assist in the delivery of employee engagement initiatives to enhance workplace culture and employee satisfaction.

• Provide guidance to managers and employees on HR policies and procedures.

Talent Management and Recruitment:

• Support the end-to-end recruitment process, including job postings, interview coordination, and candidate communications.

• Assist in the onboarding and induction of new employees, ensuring a smooth transition int the organisation.

• Contribute to workforce planning and talent development initiatives.

Learning and Development:

• Support the design and delivery of training programmes to upskill employees.

• Monitor training attendance and evaluate learning outcomes.

• Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional growth.

HR Operations and Compliance:

• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure data compliance with GDPR.

• Assist with payroll and benefits administration.

• Prepare HR reports and support internal audits.

Organisational Development:

• Contribute to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.

• Support change management processes and employee communications during periods of organisational change.

• Gather and analyse employee feedback to identify areas for improvement.Skills and Experience:

Essential:

• Strong interest in developing a career in HR or People Management.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with professionalism.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).

• Minimum of GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English at grade C/4 or above.

Desirable:

• Previous experience in an HR, customer service, or administrative role.

• Knowledge of HR systems and processes.

• Understanding of employment law and HR best practices