We are currently looking for a HR Apprentice to join our small and busy People Team on a Level 3 apprenticeship for 30 hours per week. The successful candidate will enroll onto a Level 3 HR Support qualification and will spend their apprenticeship working closely with the HR Manager across all aspects of the HR function, including recruitment, learning and development and employee relations.   

Initially, the role will focus on supporting the HR Manager across a range of HR administrative tasks that are vital to the effective running of our HR team and the organisation. Longer term, as you gain skills and confidence from your studies and on-the-job learning, you will have the opportunity to develop further and take on more projects and responsibility within the remit of the role.  

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide administrative support including, but not limited to;  

• processing contractual paperwork,  

• onboarding and exit processes 

• checking and uploading invoices for payment,  

• ensuring employee records are accurate and up to date 

• gathering information from employees, 

• ordering IT equipment 

Support with the recruitment processes, including:  

• coordinate the application process and arrange interviews 

• providing feedback to candidates 

• ensure the recruitment system is kept up to date 

• processing offer paperwork 

• pre-employment checks 

Assist with learning & development administration, including: 

• booking training for staff  

• tracking training budgets for staff  

Provide ad hoc support as requested by line manager, which may include: 

• research and project work 

• support with reward and benefits  

• support with the delivery of the People Strategy and employee engagement initiatives  

PERSON SPECIFICATION

• an interest in a career in HR and a commitment to learning and self-development 

• excellent attention to detail and organisation skills, with the ability to work autonomously and effectively as part of a team 

• confident use of Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel)  

• strong written and verbal communication skills  

• the ability to maintain confidentiality at all times  

• commitment to and ability to inspire commitment to The Diana Award’s vision, values and mission   

• commitment to follow The Diana Award’s Safeguarding Policy and processes at all times 

Please note, in order to enroll on an apprenticeship scheme, you must have GCSE or equivalent Maths and English (Grade A-C/8-4) and be able to provide evidence of this to the apprenticeship provider.

This role is 30 hours per week and will be London based, and the successful applicant will required to work in the office once or twice per week. The successful candidate must have the right to work in the UK.

The Diana Award is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all. This is a responsibility that is shared by all members of staff the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS or equivalent police check.

The Diana Award is committed to building and developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of the young people we support. We are committed to being an anti-racist organisation. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer that values and respects the people who work for us. We seek to ensure all job applications are treated fairly, with respect and without bias.

The role will close by 10am Monday 22 May, with interviews taking place w/c Monday 29 May (all candidates invited to interview will be notified by Thursday 25 May).