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HR Support Apprenticeship
Developing the next generation of HR talent
This Level 3 HR Support apprenticeship is designed for individuals looking to start or develop a career in Human Resources. Learners build knowledge across key HR functions, including employee relations, performance management, reward, organisational change and people practice, while supporting managers and employees across an organisation.
The programme combines structured learning with practical workplace experience, helping learners develop the skills, behaviours and confidence needed to contribute to a successful HR function.
Throughout the apprenticeship, learners gain an understanding of employment legislation, workforce development and business culture, while developing the ability to support employee wellbeing, engagement and organisational objectives. On completion, apprentices can progress within the HR profession, with opportunities to move into HR Partner or HR Consultant roles and continue their professional development through further qualifications, including Level 5 CIPD.
Topics, units and assessments
Supporting career development and business success
As part of this apprenticeship, learners will develop knowledge and skills in:
1
Business Culture and Change
Understand organisational culture and how businesses manage change effectively.
2
People Analytics
Use data and insights to support people practices and business decision-making.
3
Core Behaviours for People Professionals
Develop the professional behaviours needed to support employees and organisations.
4
People Practice
Build knowledge of key HR functions, processes and best practices.
5
Compliance
Ensure compliance with legal requirements of statutory frameworks.
Customised training available
Flexible delivery to suit your business or schedule
Career progression
Career progression that drives personal growth and business success
Human Resource Officer
A HR officer supports HR functions such as recruitment, employee relations, policy implementation, and compliance. They assist in managing workplace issues, contracts and staff development.
Talent Coordinator
A resourcing coordinator manages recruitment processes, liaising with hiring managers, screening candidates, and coordinating interviews to ensure efficient talent acquisition.
People Relations Officer
A people relations officer supports workplace harmony by handling grievances, disciplinary procedures and employee engagement initiatives, ensuring compliance with employment laws.
Learning and Development Officer
An L&D officer drives business growth by implementing training, leadership development and change management programs to enhance workforce effectiveness
Develop your talent
Progress to the Level 5 People Professional apprenticeship and build the strategic HR knowledge and skills needed to support organisational performance.
The learning and the hands on experience is what's made it for me. So, I'd definitely encourage anyone and everyone to do it from a business point of view and an employee point of view.
Nicola, HR Apprentice.
How training works
Designed to minimise disruption while supporting real-world learning
Off the job training is a critical and important element; it 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 assignments/questions.
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