Apprentice HR Administrator

We currently have an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice HR Administrator to join our fantastic central team at Prospere Learning Trust.

This is a fixed term appointment for 18 months, full time working 35 hours per week offering Grade 3 salary £24,404 per annum. You will be allocated weekly dedicated study time and work towards accreditation by achieving the apprenticeship standards, completing all required assignments and training. Aspiring to progress to a HR Administrator role within the team after successfully completing the Apprenticeship programme.

We’re looking for :

You will join the Trust central HR Team to provide excellent support to our schools, enabling us to recruit, develop and retain outstanding staff to provide exceptional education for all students.

This role is customer focused, with a particular emphasis on administration, supporting the recruitment process, managing HR data and compliance. Previous experience working in a customer facing role would be highly advantageous. The successful candidate will be based in our central support office on the Piper Hill High School 6th Form site, working closely with staff across our schools and the wider HR team.

What will you be doing as an apprentice?

As an Apprentice HR Administrator you will work under the direction of our Senior HR Administrator and be responsible for a wide range of duties including :

• Provide administrative support to HR colleagues and schools with key recruitment tasks including advertising vacancies, coordination of shortlisting packs etc.
• Carry out a range of pre-employment checks to ensure candidates for interview are appropriately qualified and suitable for the role to support safer recruitment in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance.
• Create, maintain and update staff records ensuring accurate information is stored to support HR Officer and reporting.
• Managing the HR inbox and making and receiving calls from internal and external stakeholders.
• Developing knowledge of routine HR procedures in order to ensure all processes are compliant.
• Operating relevant ICT systems including Arbor and Office 365.
• Take appropriate responsibility and action for safeguarding, be aware of confidential issues and maintain as appropriate.

What training will the apprenticeship include and what qualification will you get at the end?

Full training will be provided for this role, we will support you to complete a Level 3 programme in HR Support : HR support / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education . Your course will include online learning, onsite assessment at work, tutorials and training activities within your role and the completion of a portfolio for assessment. You will be assigned a work-based tutor who will guide and support you to acquire and develop the necessary knowledge, skills and behaviours.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

We offer excellent opportunities for progression upon successful completion of the apprenticeship. At the end of the Fixed Term Appointment and upon successful completion of the apprenticeship there would be the opportunity to be appointed to a permanent post as an HR Administrator. As a Trust employee you will receive an effective induction into the team and will be supported by a mentor to complete an Apprenticeship. You will support the vision, values and objectives of the Trust and demonstrate a collaborative, team working approach to school and Trust improvement.

Please ensure you review the attached job description for further information and to support you with your application. Applicants must meet the minimum entry requirements set out in HR support / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education those already qualified to a level above this qualification will not be considered for this level 3 apprenticeship.

The closing date is Tuesday 8th July, interview assessments are due to take place on Wednesday 16th July. Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

All school staff are expected to share the Trust’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Specific safeguarding responsibilities are detailed in the attached job description.

Working for Prospere Learning Trust

Great schools thrive because of the great people in them. We invest in our staff to achieve their full potential and offer a range of benefits including.

Visit our website to learn more about our Trust : prospere.org.uk

About Prospere Learning Trust

Prospere Learning Trust is a high performing, inclusive and innovative Trust comprising of 9 schools, including 4 mainstream high schools and 5 special needs schools (both primary and secondary) with further schools anticipated across Greater Manchester.

We currently employ over 1000 staff and we believe that our staff play a vital role in achieving our vision of an exceptional education for all . We believe that great schools thrive because of the great people in them .

We are driven by our core values :

At Prospere Learning Trust, we pride ourselves in being a great place to learn, work, and grow . We have a resolute focus on developing the quality of education in all of our schools.

To support our staff, we come together as a collaborative learning community , with a strong culture of professional development and mutual support.

Job Application Information

Please apply using the online application form; incomplete applications may not be considered. CVs are not accepted. Early applications are encouraged, and we reserve the right to close the vacancy early.

As per Keeping Children Safe in Education, we conduct online searches on shortlisted candidates to identify any relevant issues for interview discussion. Shortlisted candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure declaration, declaring any relevant convictions, adult cautions or other matters which may affect your suitability to work with children. Information will be provided on where to seek guidance on whether certain offences are now protected and should not be disclosed within the self-disclosure form.

Under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 all positions within the School are exempt. Therefore, we are entitled to carry out Enhanced Disclosure checks for all staff and volunteers. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relating to children.

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK; we do not sponsor visa applications. If you’ve lived or worked outside the UK in the last five years, additional information will be required. Job offers are contingent on satisfactory pre-employment checks, including references.

Safeguarding Commitment

All schools within the Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.

Equality Statement

Prospere Learning Trust values diversity and welcomes applications from all candidates, regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marital status, pregnancy, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation.

For application support please contact us on 0161 527 7953 or email jobs@prospere.org.uk