Apprentice HR Assistant

Summary

HR Assistant will provide essential support to the HR team, ensuring the smooth running of HR processes. This is a fast-paced role requiring attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple administrative tasks efficiently. The position involves assisting with employee records, recruitment, compliance documentation, and general HR duties.

Wage

£15,704 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course

HR support (level 3)

Hours

To be discussed on interview.

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 26 May 2025

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you’ll do at work

While the role is primarily office-based, there may be a requirement to visit sites in and around Cottingham and South Cave.

Key Responsibilities:

Maintain and update employee records, ensuring accuracy and compliance with data protection regulations.
Assist with recruitment processes, including job postings, scheduling interviews, and liaising with candidates.
Support the preparation and issuing of employment contracts, offer letters, and other HR documentation.
Support the onboarding and induction process for new employees.
Manage HR-related correspondence, including absence management and probation reviews.
Ensure all HR policies and procedures are followed, and assist in updating them when necessary.
Support payroll processes by providing accurate employee data and updates.
Assist with HR reporting and analytics using Excel and other Microsoft applications.
Handle general HR enquiries from employees and managers, providing guidance where necessary.
Assist with organising training and development initiatives.

Where you’ll work

324 Hull Road
Woodmansey
Beverley
HU17 0RU

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

TEC PARTNERSHIP

Your training course

HR support (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Service Delivery: Delivers excellent customer service on a range of HR queries and requirements, providing solutions, advice and support primarily to managers. Builds managers’ expertise in HR matters, improving their ability to handle repeated situations themselves where appropriate. Uses agreed systems and processes to deliver service to customers. Takes the initiative to meet agreed individual and team KPIs in line with company policy, values, standards. Plans and organises their work, often without direct supervision, to meet commitments and KPIs.
Problem Solving: Uses sound questioning and active listening skills to understand requirements and establish root causes before developing HR solutions. Takes ownership through to resolution, escalating complex situations as appropriate.
Communication & Interpersonal: Deals effectively with customers/colleagues, using sound interpersonal skills and communicating well through a range of media eg phone, face to face, email, internet. Adapts their style to their audience. Builds trust and sound relationships with customers. Handles conflict and sensitive HR situations professionally and confidentially.
Teamwork: Consistently supports colleagues /collaborates within the team and HR to achieve results. Builds/maintains strong working relationships with others in the team and across HR where necessary.
Process Improvement: Identifies opportunities to improve HR performance and service; acts on them within the authority of their role. Supports implementation of HR changes/projects with the business.
Managing HR Information: Maintains required HR records as part of services delivered. Prepares reports and management information from HR data, with interpretation as required.
Personal Development: Keeps up to date with business changes and HR legal/policy/process changes relevant to their role. Seeks feedback and acts on it to improve their performance and overall capability.

Your training plan

The role is structured as a full-time position, comprising four days of practical workplace experience and one day per week reserved for academic learning.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4/C)
Maths (grade 4/C)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Analytical skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

Other requirements

Applicants should take into account the location of the business and ensure they can travel reliably and punctually. The ability to travel to college on designated learning days is also required.

About this company

We are a well-established group company with both wholesale and retail operations. Our wholesale division is a commercial grower of ornamental plants, supplying customers nationally, while our retail division operates a thriving garden centre. With a diverse workforce and multiple regulatory obligations, we are looking for an organised and detail-oriented HR Assistant to support our Human Resources function. ⭐ The Ideal Candidate We’re looking for someone who is proactive, detail-oriented, and ready to contribute to a dynamic HR environment. The ideal candidate will possess the following: ✅ Essential Skills & Attributes Excellent administrative skills, with a strong attention to detail and high levels of accuracy Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities effectively Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook Strong organisational and time management abilities Clear and professional written and verbal communication skills Ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism A flexible approach and willingness to travel to sites in and around Cottingham and South Cave 💡 Desirable Experience Previous experience in an HR-related role or similar administrative function Comfortable working with bilingual documents Familiarity with HR software systems and databases A solid understanding of UK employment law and HR best practices Experience supporting audits, inspections, or compliance processes

https://colettagardencentre.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

• Opportunity to be part of a thriving business in a dynamic industry. • Supportive and friendly team environment. • Opportunities for career progression and development.

After this apprenticeship

Further details will be discussed at the interview. Upon successful completion of the course, there may be an opportunity for a full-time role, along with potential for career progression.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

TEC PARTNERSHIP

Jade Bishop

bishopj@eastridingcollege.ac.uk

01482 390781

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000315340.

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Closes in 19 days (Friday 9 May 2025 at 11:59pm)

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