HR Apprentice

  • Company: UNITED LEARNING TRUST
  • Location: Worsley, M28 0SY
  • Type: Apprenticeship
  • Salary: £15,600.00 per year
  • Sector: Business and administration
  • Ref: NAS-2000030413
  • Application Deadline Date: 14/05/2026
  • Start Date: 08/06/2026
  • Positions Available: 1
  • Working Week: Monday - Friday 8am to 4pm

Brief Description

We are looking to appoint a new apprentice HR Assistant to join us at our inclusive and passionate team at The Lowry Academy.  As part of the role, you will work towards your Level 3 CIPD for HR in Education. This will include monthly live online workshops with guided tasks, school-based application and a couple of in-person days.

Training to be Provided

CIPD Level 3 HR Support in Education Apprenticeship delivered by United Apprenticeships.


The apprenticeship should typically take 13 months to complete, with the final assessment taking up to 12 weeks.


It will be delivered thorugh monthly live online workshops and a couple of in-person days that will give you the opportunity to build your confidence and learn alongside peers. You will also be required to complete tasks weekly as set by the tutor. These tasks will be consolidated through a portfolio of evidence.


There are six modules to complete:



  • HR and the Business

  • Talent and Resourcing

  • Performance and Reward

  • HR Data and Analytics

  • Employee Relations

  • HR Professional Skills

Future Prospects


  • You will become CIPD Level 3 qualified in HR Support in Education

  • This opens pathways to roles such as HR Advisor, HR Officer, or HR Administrator

  • With experience, you could progress to Level 5 CIPD, specialise in recruitment, learning and development

Vacancy Detail

As part of the role your main duties will include:



  • Assisting with recruitment and onboarding, including preparing contracts and scheduling interviews

  • Maintaining and updating employee records, HR databases, and filing systems

  • Supporting HR administration, including staff queries and correspondence

  • Monitoring completion of mandatory training

  • Support with payroll on a monthly basis

Other Information

HR/Office experience is desirable.

Ready to start your adventure?