HR Operations & Systems
The HR Apprentice will provide day to day administrative and operational support, helping to ensure HR processes run smoothly and accurately.
Support the maintenance of employee records on HR systems, ensuring data is accurate and up to date
Assist with contracts, letters and other HR documentation
Support onboarding and offboarding processes, including preparing paperwork and coordinating internal steps
Respond to basic HR queries from employees, escalating more complex issues as appropriate
Support reporting and data checks relating to people processes, under guidance from the team
Talent Acquisition, Onboarding & Global Mobility
The apprentice will support activities that help attract, hire and welcome new colleagues to the organisation.
Provide administrative support across recruitment campaigns, including scheduling interviews and communicating with candidates
Assist with the coordination of onboarding activities for new starters
Support the maintenance of recruitment trackers and systems
Help prepare recruitment materials and documentation
Gain exposure to all future talent programmes, supporting on key campaign activity
Support aspects of global mobility processes, such as documentation and coordination, where appropriate
Learning & Talent Development
The apprentice will support learning and development activities that help colleagues build skills and progress in their careers.
Assist with the coordination of internal training events and programmes
Support communications relating to learning opportunities and programmes
Gain exposure to building digital learning pathways in LinkedIn Learning
HR Business Partnering
The apprentice will gain insight into how HR works with managers and teams to support people management across the organisation.
Provide administrative and coordination support to HR Business Partners
Assist with the preparation of documents, presentations or reports for people related initiatives
Support processes related to performance management, engagement and wellbeing
Help maintain organised records relating to HR projects and activities
Develop an understanding of how HR policies and people practices are applied in a business context
Reward, Benefits & Wellbeing
The apprentice will support the administration and communication of employee reward and wellbeing offerings.
Assist with responding to basic queries about employee benefits and wellbeing resources
Support the maintenance of benefits information and guidance materials
Help coordinate benefits related communications to employees, including newsletters
Gain exposure to reward and payroll processes and annual activities, e.g., PSA, under supervision
Support data collection or administration tasks linked to reward and benefits
Benefits Fair preparation and coordination
Assist with benchmarking activities
Cross-Team & Development Responsibilities Across all teams, the HR Apprentice will:
Work collaboratively with colleagues across HR and the wider organisation
Build professional HR knowledge through the Level 3 HR Support Apprenticeship
Develop core skills such as communication, organisation, time management and attention to detail
Act with professionalism, integrity and discretion at all times
Contribute to HR projects and initiatives as required
Take responsibility for personal learning and development, with support from the team
Training Outcome:The opportunity to progress to a higher certification, and depending on performance conversion to a full-time role.Employer Description:British International Investment are the UK's development finance institution and impact investor, backed by the UK Government. With over 70 years’ experience, we are a trusted investment partner to businesses in Africa, South Asia, Indo-Pacific and the Caribbean. We invest to create more productive, sustainable and inclusive economies, enabling people to build better lives for themselves and their communities. We currently partner with over 1,600 businesses, working with our investees to help them succeed and grow impactful businesses.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9:00 am-5:15 pm.Skills: IT skills,Attention to detail,Team working,Microsoft Office applications,Willingness to learn,Interpersonal skills,Collaborative,Able to work independently,Adaptability and flexibility,Positive attitude,Professional approach to work,Strong work ethic,Reliability and accountability....Read more...
Main purpose of the role:
The HR Support Apprentice will provide essential advice, guidance, and administrative support to the HR team in a busy, generalist environment, with a particular focus on recruitment and onboarding. The role involves supporting HR processes, assisting with hiring, induction, and employee record management, and helping to ensure smooth and consistent HR practices.
The post holder will develop practical HR skills and knowledge through a Level 3 apprenticeship while contributing to the team's overall effectiveness.
Our Values and Ways of Working
We expect our HR Support Apprentices to act professionally, respectfully, and with integrity at all times, taking responsibility for their own learning and supporting colleagues and the wider HR team.
We value individuals who are approachable, reflective, and eager to develop, taking pride in how they represent themselves and the organisation.
We appreciate dependable, positive, and accountable team members who are willing to learn, ask questions, and grow their skills.
Confident, well-supported individuals contribute to an effective and welcoming HR environment. We encourage collaboration, open communication, and valuing different perspectives, recognising that trust, respect, and teamwork are key to the success of the HR function and the wider organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Assist with the full recruitment cycle, including:
Posting job adverts
Supporting online recruitment campaigns and Website updates/management
Supporting at Jobs Fairs
Shortlisting candidates
Coordinating interviews and assessments
Communicating with candidates and hiring managers
Support the onboarding process for new starters:
Preparing new starter documentation
Coordinating induction schedules
Ensuring smooth integration of new employees
Maintain accurate HR records and databases
Keeping trackers up to date
Keeping RTW information up to date and current
Supporting with HR record keeping
Assist with HR administrative tasks, such as:
Updating employee files
Preparing reports and correspondence
Staff file Audits
Supporting with preparation and delivery of workshops
Support with the preparation of HR reports
Supporting HR projects as required. Provide general HR support to the team, including ad-hoc tasks across payroll, employee engagement, and HR policy administration
Other Duties
Ensure compliance with organisational policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements
Promote equality, diversity, and inclusion in practice
Undertake additional duties as required to support the safe and effective running of the home
Model the organisation's values in practice and ensure they are embedded across the team
Training:All workshops are available online with a full-day delivery and at the end of every workshop, each individual will be set work-related tasks to be completed:
Induction – business and understanding
HR legislation and policy
HR function
HR Systems and Processes
Problem-solving
Project Management
EPA prep
Training Outcome:Upon completion of the apprenticeship, you may have the opportunity to apply for a permanent position within Resicare Alliance.Employer Description:Employer Description Resicare Alliance has been formed since 28 January 2020. We have gone on to acquire some children's homes as well as opening our own. Our homes all have therapeutic oversight, and some have specialist therapeutic delivery for children who have experienced trauma in their years before coming to live with us. We work and support children with learning disabilities, autism, mental health, social, emotional, and behavioural needs.
Our primary aim is to provide each child with the necessary tools and support needed to aid their transition to independent living or return to a family setting. The cycle of assessment ? monitoring, evaluation, and review, will identify the support and provision required to ensure the child is able to build on areas of strength and make progress in all areas of need.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.Skills: Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Attention to detail,Communication skills,Initiative,IT skills,Logical,Non judgemental,Organisation skills,Patience,Problem solving skills,Team working....Read more...
We are looking to recruit a Apprentice Store Manager for our shop in Luton. We offer a permanent full-time (45 hours per week) position working a variety of shifts, 5 days from 7 each week.
What does the training involve?
Initial training period working alongside an experienced shop manager and developing your practical skills in retail management
A period of running your shop with high support from your Area Manager
Approximately 3-6 months into your training, you will take on full responsibility for our Luton shop while you will continue to develop your management skills, with the support of your area manager
Working towards a Level 4 Retail Manager apprenticeship qualification with Inspiro Learning, our approved training provider
Support with upskilling your maths and English (if required)
Completion of an independent end point assessment at the end of your training
This is a 19-month training programme and upon successful completion you will be made a permanent employee.
In return for your hard work and commitment, you will receive:
A starting salary of 31,392.52 which will increase to £33,948.94 after 6 months if meeting expectations of role
A retail manager level 4 apprenticeship standard qualification
Paid time to complete your apprenticeship coursework
Great training and support
30 days holiday each year
15% staff discount to use in any of our shops
Free life assurance
Workplace pension
As an Apprentice Store Manager, you will:
Be fully accountable for your shop and responsible for ensuring that customers are looked after and shop routines are completed to maintain a safe, clean and tidy shop
Motivate and guide your team to be as successful and efficient as possible
Lead by example and get stuck in with the day-to-day tasks involved in running one of our busy shops
Control key costs including payroll, shrinkage and waste
Meet standards in relation to customer service, cash handling, health & safety, stock management, merchandising and presentation
Take responsibility for recruitment, training and development of your team
Training:Level 4 Retail Manager Apprenticeship Standard:
Apprenticeship standards are aimed at developing skills within the Apprentice’s chosen career route, each standard has set knowledge, skills and behaviours required to be successful within the job role. This will include the completion of functional skills in maths and English
Once the apprentice has completed a minimum of 12 months training and the employer and Inspiro's Regional Trainer confirm they have met all the requirements of the standard they will be put through to end point assessment
The endpoint assessment is independent from the training and includes a variety of assessment methods which test the skills and knowledge of the apprentice to ensure they are fully competent in their role
Each apprentice will be supported throughout the apprenticeship by a structured programme of teaching, e-learning, face-to-face training and workplace mentoring; this will encourage and help them to meet the requirements of the new standards and will prepare them for the end-point assessment
Training Outcome:
This is a 19-month training programme and upon successful completion you will be made a permanent employee
There are many opportunities for a career at Farmfoods. We always look to promote our team members internally, and many people in management and central services positions at Farmfoods started their careers in our shops. This could be the start of a rewarding and long-term career for you
Employer Description:Farmfoods is a family business with ambition. We pride ourselves on offering our customers great value, quality products from clean and tidy shops with the friendliest team in retail.
We aim to offer sensational value to customers on a great range of everyday family-oriented goods. We back up our sensational value with a focus on delivering an ‘old fashioned’, genuine and friendly customer experience.
Our shop teams are essential. They serve thousands of customers each week and have the reputation of Farmfoods in their hands. To our customers, they are Farmfoods.Working Hours :Working 5 days out of 7. Shifts varying which will include weekends. Shifts confirmed on appointment on a rota basis.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working....Read more...
Job duties:
1. Purchase ledger
Ensure that purchase requisitions are received from academies within the region and processed on the accounting system in a timely manner.
Ensure that all purchase requisitions have been approved by the appropriate budget holder and in line with the academies scheme of delegation.
Receive and process all invoices for academies within the region, ensuring that the goods/ services have been received, and the expenditure has been approved (i.e. via purchase requisition or approval of invoice on receipt).
Ensure that all expenditure is recorded against the relevant nominal code and cost centre, and that the correct VAT code is used.
Prepare the weekly/ fortnightly BACs payment run and ensure that suppliers are paid within payment terms.
Receive and check all statements from suppliers.
Investigate and action any issues that arise with regard to creditors.
Regular review and maintenance of the outstanding purchase order and goods received notes report.
2. Sales ledger:
Ensure that sales orders/ requests are received from academies within the region and processed on the accounting system in a timely manner.
Ensure that all income is recorded against the relevant nominal code and cost centre, and that the correct VAT code is used.
Ensure that all requests for sales invoices are processed and sent to debtors promptly.
Ensure that all invoices are monitored and chased so that prompt payment is received.
3. Bank account:
Ensure that payments in slips/ remittances are received from academies within the region and processed on the accounting system in a timely manner.
Ensure that all income from dinner money, trips etc. is recorded against the relevant nominal code and cost centre, and that the correct VAT code is used.
Ensure that payment request forms are received from academies within the region and processed on the accounting system in a timely manner.
Ensure that all payments are recorded against the relevant nominal code and cost centre, and that the correct VAT code is used.
4. Other balance sheet accounts:
Ensure that petty cash returns are received from academies within the region and processed on the accounting system in a timely manner.
Ensure that credit card returns are received from academies within the region and processed on the accounting system in a timely manner.
Prepayments – ensure that all invoices covering more than one period and meeting the materiality limits are recorded on a spreadsheet for monthly posting by the relevant member of the team.
5. Other duties:
Posting journals to the accounting system to correct coding errors where necessary.
Recoding of payroll expenses on a monthly basis, ensuring that all VAT is reclaimed where necessary.
Training:Advanced Diploma - AAT Level 3.
Advanced builds on the knowledge gained at the Foundation level. If you work in accounts or have studied accountancy before, you may be able to start at this level. You’ll learn complex accounting techniques, and master a number of accounting disciplines, including financial processes, advanced bookkeeping, final accounts and ethical practices for accountants.
This level will encourage you to master more complex accounting principles in both Bookkeeping and Management Accounting. You’ll develop the technical skills to start, or progress, your career in accountancy and this will allow you to continue with your studies onto Level 4.
To pass this level you’ll need to study five units (also known as subjects), which are all mandatory. Four of the units are examined individually and there is also a synoptic assessment that you’ll take towards the end of the level, which incorporates the final two units as well as drawing on all the other units you’ve studied at this level.
The areas you will cover include:
Advanced Bookkeeping.
Final Accounts Preparation.
Management Accounting: Costing.
Indirect Tax.
Advanced Synoptic Assessment.
The Apprenticeship standard details the essential Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours that somebody would need to demonstrate to be a successful Assistant Accountant. These include Business Awareness, Ethics, Communication, Embracing Change and Problem-Solving. Apprentices will need to show they are competent in all the areas detailed in the standard when they take the End Point Assessment.
The Knowledge areas of the standard will typically be covered through completion of the AAT qualification. Skills and Behaviours are developed through workshops, e-learning, workplace training and practical experience provided ‘on-the-job’.Training Outcome:Possibility of a permanent Finance Assistant role at the end of the apprenticeship for the right candidate. Opportunities for further development/training/qualifications.Employer Description:Multi-Academy Trust, made up of 52 primary, secondary and all-through academies in five regions across England.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, times to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative....Read more...