Level 3 HR Support
Awarding body:
Duration: 18 months (plus 3 months EPA)
Start date: Sept – July
HR Support Apprenticeship
If you’re looking to start a career in Human Resources, this apprenticeship will equip you with the skills to support HR functions and contribute to organisational success. As an HR Support professional, you’ll assist with employment relations, performance management, reward systems, and change initiatives.
By the end of the programme, you’ll have the skills and knowledge to progress into an HR Partner/Consultant role and be eligible to pursue the Level 5 Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) course for further career growth.
Topics, units and assessments
As part of the apprenticeship, you will learn about:
- Business Culture and Change in Context
- Principles of Analytics
- Core Behaviours for People Professionals
- Essentials of People Practice.
As part of the End Point Assessment (EPA), you will be expected to complete:
- A consultative project of 3000 words
- A competency based professional discussion to assess the knowledge, skills and behaviours across the standard.
How you’ll learn
Apprentices must complete the minimum requirement for the off the job training. The requirement is to complete a minimum of 6 hours per week or the equivalent over the practical learning duration (20% of capped 30 working hours).
Off the job training must deliver new skills and knowledge that are directly relevant to the apprenticeship standard and can include:
- Teaching of theory via blended delivery methods
- Practical training
- Work shadowing
- Supported learning and time spent writing any assessments.
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Human Resource Officer
An HR Officer supports HR functions such as recruitment, employee relations, policy implementation, and compliance. They assist in managing workplace issues, contracts, and staff development.
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Talent Coordinator
A Resourcing Coordinator manages recruitment processes, liaising with hiring managers, screening candidates, and coordinating interviews to ensure efficient talent acquisition.
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People Relations Officer
A People Relations Officer supports workplace harmony by handling grievances, disciplinary procedures, and employee engagement initiatives, ensuring compliance with employment laws.
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Learning and Development Officer
An L&D Officer drives business growth by implementing training, leadership development, and change management programs to enhance workforce effectiveness
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Develop HR Professionals with Practical Expertise
Apprentices gain experience in key areas such as recruitment, employee relations, and HR compliance, ensuring businesses have well-trained professionals to manage workforce challenges.
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Improve Talent Acquisition and Employee Engagement
By training apprentices in recruitment and onboarding processes, businesses can streamline hiring, reduce vacancies, and enhance employee retention through better engagement strategies and processes.
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Ensure Compliance with Employment Laws and Regulations
HR apprentices learn about UK employment law, GDPR, and workplace policies, helping businesses mitigate legal risks and maintain compliance with changing legislation.
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Cost-Effective Workforce Growth and Succession Planning
With government funding, apprenticeships provide an affordable way to develop future HR leaders. Investing in HR apprentices supports succession planning, ensuring a strong internal talent pipeline.
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Employer solutionsThe apprenticeship is providing me with both practical and theoretical knowledge. Additionally it is allowing me to gian hands on experience and Build me a professional network within the HR industry.
Payal, HR Support Apprentice