As HR Apprentice you’ll be joining a friendly and dynamic team and your role will be crucial in supporting all aspects of HR services, with key areas of responsibility being the coordination of both onboarding and offboarding processes.
Responsibilities
- Drafting, distributing, and retaining a wide range of documents including contracts of employment, termination letters, addendum to contracts.
- Creating compelling job adverts and posting them on various platforms to attract top talent.
- Assisting other HR members with candidate screening tasks such processing applications, and scheduling and participating in the interview process if needed.
- Managing the reference, right to work and DBS checks.
- Assisting with employee training and updating employee training records.
- Assisting in the improvement and development of existing policies, processes, and procedures.
- Supporting HR manager with change makers employee forum : minute taking, circulation of notes and following up on action points.
- Maintaining accurate employee records including auditing to ensure all documents are present.
- Assisting with the on-boarding and pre-employment processes.
- Assisting with the induction and exit process.
- Assisting with the management of probationary periods, performance, and capability plans.
- Managing the HR mailbox, responding to general enquires and escalating, where appropriate, to the HR Manager.
- Assisting with absence management processes and documentation.
Skills Required
- Communication: Clear writing, speaking, and listening
- Organization: Time management, scheduling, and record-keeping
- Attention to Detail: Accurate data entry and document review
- HR Basics: knowledge of confidentiality and employment law
- IT Skills: Microsoft Office
- People Skills: Professional, approachable, and respectful
- Problem-Solving: Willingness to learn and take initiative
- Confidentiality: Handles sensitive info with care
Benefits
- 1-month paid sabbatical after 10 years of service.
- Company pension scheme.
- Company-supported healthcare, including a free eye test and access to the Able Futures support service.
- 30% discount on all warranty products for employees, their friends, and family.
- Interest-free company loan up to £1,000 (available after 6 months of service).
- Excellent working environment.
- Recommend a friend scheme with rewards.
- Regular staff incentives.
- Fun social events throughout the year.
- Opportunities for progression within the company.
Qualifications
GCSE English Language (Grade A-C / 9-4)
GCSE Mathematics (Grade A-C / 9-4)
Other Information
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Apprenticeship or Advanced Apprenticeship
Advanced Apprenticeship
Proposed Duration
Level 3 – 20 months
Training to be Provided
Level 3 HR Support
Contact
Apprenticeship Team
01254 292500
Apprenticeships@blackburn.ac.uk
Website
www.warrantywise.co.uk
