HR Administrator Apprentice

We are looking for an ambitious and bright individual who is an independent thinker and is capable of working well in a team. The purpose of the role will be to provide an effective HR and general administrative service to enable the academy to achieve the highest possible standards for its students. Applicants may study towards a Business Admin L3 apprenticeship or a HR3 Apprenticeship as desired.

The successful applicant must have great organisational and communication skills. You will also be able to work flexibly both as part of a team and on your own initiative.

Key tasks and responsibilities will include:

General Administration:

Provide effective administration support to the academy, including but not limited to;

Maintaining manual and computerised records/management information systems. Assisting with the implementation and HR policies and procedures in a fair and consistent manner. Responding to routine correspondence. Operate relevant ICT packages/information systems; Word, Excel, Outlook and the internet. Preparing files and documents for internal processes and communications. Reprographics tasks including photocopying, binding, laminating, enveloping and distribution of materials. General office duties and administration, including support teaching staff with administrative tasks, such as labels, mail merge, and letters. Reception and first aid duties, where cover is required. To deal courteously and efficiently with all visitors and colleagues. Support the organisation of events such as parents' evenings and recruitment days by offering a friendly and professional admin support service.

HR Administration:

Process recruitment paperwork, including collation of applications, invitations, and undertaking of relevant pre-interview checks. Assist in the arrangement and facilitation of internal and Trust recruitment days. Log and monitor sickness absence in accordance with the Academy’s Managing Attendance Policy, and inform the HR Manager of any cases that require review, and produce accurate paperwork and invitations for associated meetings. Ensure accuracy of information by ensuring employment changes, new starters and leavers are updated on the management information system. Produce corporate ID badges for staff. Assist the HR Manager with the completion of the annual workforce census. Provide administrative support on confidential case work. Process recruitment advertisements for Crofton Academy on the website and relevant recruitment boards. Undertake annual safeguarding checks and training for all staff.

The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by the organisation, which is relevant to your post within the company, to meet the overall business objectives.  

Training:

You will complete either the Business Administration Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship or the HR Support Level 3 Advanced Apprenticeship.  Upon completion (HR Apprenticeship only), you will be eligible to apply for Associate membership of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD).

The apprenticeship will be delivered via remote 1:1 tutor support, self-led study and blended learning and development activities, all within the workplace.

You and the employer can decide together when training will take place each week.

Training Outcome:

Upon succesful completion of the apprenticeship you will have a recognised HR Level 3 qualification (or Business Admin L3 - if that route is chosen).

Employer Description:
Crofton Academy, part of Castleford Academy Trust, is an 11-16 mixed comprehensive of over 1,000 pupils offering a broad and balanced curriculum. Our expectations are high and this is reflected in our very successful academic record. The Academy was inspected in July 2023 and was awarded ‘Good’ in all categories and inspectors praised the Academy for its significant transformation. The inspection commended the Academy’s improvements in pupil behaviour, the wide range of clubs and societies available, its well-structured approaches to teaching, and the high-quality professional development that staff receive. We value and develop our staff by attracting and retaining high quality employees, supporting them to achieve their best and create opportunities for professional growth and development. The leadership and staff are incredibly proud of the Academy’s achievements and we welcome you to visit our school for a tour to see us in action. Castleford Academy Trust is in a period of transition which has seen the Trust grow significantly with the academies within Northern Ambition Academies Trust having joined the Trust in February 2025.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday - 7.45am - 3.45pm - (3.15pm finish on a Friday) term-time plus 10 days - Salary is £7.55 per hour and the actual salary is £12,822.00.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative