Human Resources Apprentice
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Company: The Chancellor, Masters and Scholars of the University of Cambridge
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Location: CB2 0AW
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £20,558.00 per year
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Sector: Business and administration
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Ref: NAS-2000023098
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Application Deadline Date: 10/04/2026
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Start Date: 14/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday - Friday (09:00 - 17:00)
Brief Description
The University of Cambridge is one of the world’s oldest and most successful universities. They are a renowned centre for research, education and scholarship that makes a significant contribution to society. The university is consistently ranked amongst the top universities in the world.
Training to be Provided
- The learner will be studying the HR Support Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard qualification
- CIPD Level 3 Foundation Certificate in People Practice
Future Prospects
The role includes completing the Level 3 HR Apprenticeship qualification using the skills and knowledge that you will have built up to complete your projects and assignments. You will have the opportunity to be accredited by the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), which is the industry standard ‘first step’ for HR professionals in the UK.
Vacancy Detail
This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in HR while working in a collaborative environment.
The successful candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of our HR processes, providing timely, accurate and professional administrative support across a wide range of HR activities. The post holder will support the HR team by providing high-quality administrative support across a range of HR functions, helping to ensure the effective delivery of HR services across the Institute and Department.
Responsibilities will include:
- Providing administrative support across a broad range of HR functions to ensure the smooth operation of day-to-day HR activities
- Assisting with HR administration in line with university policies and procedures, including supporting processes related to recruitment, probation, appraisals, starters and leavers, holiday and sickness records, and contract extensions
- Acting as a first point of contact for HR enquiries and correspondence, ensuring enquiries are responded to promptly or directed to the appropriate member of the team
- Assisting with the preparation of departmental communications and formal HR correspondence
- Supporting the maintenance of accurate filing systems and data management processes in accordance with General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) requirements
Additional Responsibilities/Development Opportunities:
- Supporting the HR team with recruitment activities, including arranging interviews, preparing interview documentation and liaising with candidates
- Assisting with onboarding activities for new starters, helping to ensure they have the information and documentation needed for a smooth start
- Contributing to HR projects and initiatives, such as improving administrative processes, updating guidance documents or supporting staff engagement activities
- Assisting with the organisation of HR-related meetings, training sessions or staff development events
- Supporting the preparation of HR reports and basic data analysis to help the team monitor HR activity and trends
- Taking part in learning and development opportunities as part of the Level 3 HR Apprenticeship programme and applying this learning within the workplace
Other Information
- Hybrid working
- Significant amount of time working on a computer