People Apprentice

Introduction

We are looking for an enthusiastic and ambitious HR / People Apprentice to join our Edwin People division and begin a career in Human Resources within the education sector. The role will provide an excellent opportunity to gain practical HR experience whilst undertaking a recognised apprenticeship qualification. 

About the Employer

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What You'll Do

• Provide administrative support to the Edwin People team across a range of HR activities.
• Assist with the preparation of HR documentation including letters, contracts, reports and meeting notes.
• Maintain accurate employee and client records in line with GDPR requirements.
• Support the administration of employee relations cases and HR projects.
• Manage shared inboxes and respond to routine enquiries.
• Support recruitment activities including advertising vacancies, arranging interviews and communicating with candidates.
• Assist with pre-employment checks and onboarding processes.
• Support safer recruitment administration and compliance requirements.
• Assist the People Adviser and People Partners with client administration and project work.
• Prepare meeting packs, agendas and supporting documentation.
• Support the coordination of training sessions, webinars and client events.
• Contribute to the production of HR resources and guidance materials.
• Complete all apprenticeship learning requirements and assignments.
• Participate in internal training and professional development activities.
• Build knowledge of employment legislation, HR best practice and the education sector.
• Develop an understanding of HR policies, procedures and employee relations processes.
• Ensure confidentiality is maintained at all times.
• Support compliance with safeguarding, GDPR and employment legislation requirements.
• Assist in maintaining accurate HR systems and records.
• Act as an Ambassador for the Group’s ESG strategy demonstrated through a commitment to adopt, promote and comply with ESG policies, developments, and initiatives.
• Ensure company policies and legal guidelines are understood and adhered to.
• Working in collaboration with Group departments, e.g. Strategic Partnerships, Marketing, and Finance.

Any other duties commensurate with the level of the role.

This is a home-based role with travel to the office and clients for meetings – a full driver's licence and your own car are a requirement for the role. Expenses will be paid for travel and all equipment provided to enable you to work from home.

Training Outcome

Develop to People Advisor > People Partner > Senior People Partner.

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Team working
• Creative
• 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: 37.5 hours per week. Mon-Fri 08.30-17.00 (1 hour lunch break).

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: ACCESS TRAINING LIMITED