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HR Apprentice
The apprentice will gain hands-on experience and develop foundational HR knowledge, skills, and behaviours to support a successful career in Human Resources. The role will provide practical experience across a wide range of HR activities.
Requirements
- GCSE in Maths & English (grade 4/C or above)
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
Responsibilities
- Provide administrative support to the People Team across all areas of HR activity
- Support the employee lifecycle process including onboarding, induction, contract generation, changes to employment, and offboarding
- Maintain accurate employee records and HR systems, ensuring data is up to date and compliant with GDPR requirements
- Assist with recruitment activities including scheduling interviews, liaising with candidates, posting vacancies, and preparing recruitment documentation
- Support the coordination of learning and development activities, training sessions, and apprenticeship administration
- Assist with preparing HR letters, reports, and documentation
- Respond to first-line HR queries from employees and managers, escalating where appropriate
- Support employee engagement initiatives, wellbeing activities, and internal communications
- Assist with monitoring mandatory training and compliance requirements
- Support the People SLT and wider team with relevant projects and continuous improvement initiatives
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Benefits
- Pension
- Virtual GP Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Cycle to work scheme
- 20% off-the-job training during this apprenticeship which is included in your weekly working hours
- NVQ Level 3 HR qualification
Application Process
- Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
- Training provider: DERBY BUSINESS COLLEGE LIMITED
- Training course: HR support (level 3)
- Training schedule: In addition to gaining practical experience in the role, you will also attain an NVQ Level 3 HR qualification which will help start your career and give you an insight into the businesses processes and procedures
- Our training is all completed remotely via teams with a development coach who will be available for support 24/7 and will arrange weekly/fortnightly meetings with you
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About McCarthy & Stone
McCarthy & Stone is one of the UK’s leading retirement living developers and managers, specialising in housing for older people. Founded in 1977, the company designs, builds, and manages retirement communities across the country, offering a range of apartments and services for people aged 55 and over.
Its developments are designed to support independent living while providing added security, convenience, and opportunities for social interaction. Many communities include features such as communal lounges, landscaped gardens, on-site managers, and optional care and support services. McCarthy & Stone aims to help older adults maintain their independence and enjoy an active lifestyle in a safe and welcoming environment.
https://www.mccarthyandstone.co.uk/
Contact
- DERBY BUSINESS COLLEGE LIMITED
- Catherine
- cat@dbc-training.co.uk
- Reference code: VAC2000037771.
- Closes in 22 days (Friday 10 July 2026 at 11:59pm)
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