Apprentice (Human Resources)
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Position Overview & Specifications
Salary £10186 per week
Duration 18 months
Advert closing date 21/05/2023
Description
EARN. LEARN. QUALIFY.
Do you want to earn while you learn, with the chance of progression once you qualify? Do you want the opportunity to grow, develop and be the best version of yourself? Then why not build the foundations of your career with an Apprenticeship at Durham County Council, the largest council in the northeast.
Apprentice (Human Resources)
Passionate about helping people develop and grow in the workplace? This could be the one for you!
A career in Human Resources is full of variety and challenge, and with a strong workforce of over 16,000 people at Durham County Council, this is a fantastic opportunity for those with an ambition to progress.
Finding the right people for the right roles, motivating and developing a workforce to succeed, and promoting a workplace culture where everyone can thrive are just a few of the rewarding duties of an HR professional.
You will work across our HR teams, gaining experience and developing knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and employment legislation. You will develop the skills to answer queries and give appropriate advice to employees, managers, and schools. You will support various HR projects including data and research and learning and development.
If you have the passion and drive to succeed, this apprenticeship is not to be missed!
Entry requirements
What will I need?
You will need good communication and ICT skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
Training to be provided
What qualification will I gain?
You will study towards an HR Support Level 3 with New College Durham.
Things to consider
One day per week at New College Durham for training.
Skills required
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Future prospects
What qualification will I gain?
You will study towards an HR Support Level 3 with New College Durham.
Hours per week 37
Working week Full Time
Apprenticeship standard HR support (Level 3)
Durham, County Durham, England, DH1 5UZ
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Colleges & Universities
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Apprentice (Human Resources) roles across New College Durham's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Colleges & Universities.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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