HR Apprentice
The Chancellor, Masters and Scholars of the University of Cambridge, Newtown, Cambridge
HR Apprentice
£20,559 a year
The Chancellor, Masters and Scholars of the University of Cambridge, Newtown, Cambridge
- Full time
- Permanent
- Apprenticeship programme
Posted 5 days ago, 20 Aug | Get your application in now to be included in the first week's applications.
Closing date: 30-08-2026 (In 5 days)
Job ref: None
Location ref: Newtown, Cambridge
Full Job Description
Introduction
This role is perfect for someone looking to gain valuable experience in HR while receiving comprehensive training and support. As a Human Resources Apprentice, you'll provide professional administrative support across HR functions, gaining insights into the full HR lifecycle.
About the Employer
The University of Cambridge is one of the world’s oldest and most successful universities. They are a renowned centre for research, education, and scholarship that makes a significant contribution to society. The University is consistently ranked amongst the top universities in the world. Their affiliates have won more Nobel Prizes than any other University.
What You'll Do
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the HR Coordinators and the Business Operations Manager in providing an efficient administrative service
- Learn how to manage the HR inbox, responding to appropriate queries and directing enquiries to the relevant HR contact where required
- Learn how to use the University’s HR systems and assist with data entry and maintenance of HR records, databases, and spreadsheets
- Learn about recruitment processes and assist with recruitment administration, including placing adverts, scheduling interviews, preparing documentation and supporting offer processes
- Learn about the employee onboarding and offboarding processes and provide administrative support throughout the employee lifecycle
- Accurately maintain personnel files
- Assist with day-to-day enquiries, escalating more complex queries to the wider HR team
- Support with contract extensions and contract changes
- Support the administration of absence management processes, including monitoring sickness absence and annual leave records
- Support the monitoring of HR reports and assist with communicating with managers and staff regarding appraisals, probation periods, fixed-term contracts, visa expiry dates, professional registrations, and training requirements
- Support visitor management processes and assist with visitor agreements and related administrative tasks
- Assist with the promotion and staff reward schemes
- Assist with the delivery of projects across the HR team
- Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information appropriately
Training Outcome
- On successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be suitable progression opportunities within the University of Cambridge
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Problem solving skills
- Team working
- Initiative
Qualifications
- Essential - GCSE - English - 4
- Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4
Course Information
Course: HR support (level 3)
Level: 3
Route: Business and administration
Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
Working Arrangements
Working Week: Monday to Friday Shifts to be confirmed
Expected Duration: 2 Years
Training Provider: WEST SUFFOLK COLLEGE