Level 7 HR Senior People Professional
Awarding body:
Duration: 36 months (plus 4 months gateway)
Start date: Sept – July
HR Senior People Professional Apprenticeship
If you're looking to become a strategic HR leader, this apprenticeship will equip you with the skills, knowledge, and behaviours needed to drive people management performance within your organisation. Aimed at professionals responsible for leading the design, implementation, and evaluation of people policies and practices, you’ll learn strategies to align these with the needs of both the organisation and its employees.
You’ll take charge of leading people projects, play a key role in organisation-wide programmes, and manage your own work with a high level of autonomy, ensuring your organisation thrives through effective people management.
Topics, units and assessments
As part of the apprenticeship, you will learn about:
- Work and Working Lives in a Changing Business Environment
- People Management and Development Strategies for Performance
- Strategic Employment Relations
- Resourcing and Talent Management to Sustain Success
- Strategic Reward Management
- Organisational Design and Development
- Technology Enhanced Learning
- Advanced Employment Law Practice.
As part of the End Point Assessment (EPA), you will be expected to complete:
- Professional discussion underpinned by a portfolio of evidence
- Project proposal, presentation and questioning.
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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Data Manager
A Data Manager uses data to assess workforce trends, improve HR strategies, and drive business decisions. They analyse employee performance, engagement, and retention to optimise talent management and organisational success.
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Head of HR
The Head of HR leads the human resources function, overseeing recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and policy development. They ensure HR aligns with business goals while fostering a positive workplace culture.
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Head of DEI
The Head of Diversity Equity and Inclusion develops and implements strategies to promote a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace. They drive initiatives that enhance representation, cultural awareness, and equal opportunities.
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Head of Talent
The Head of Talent leads talent acquisition and development, ensuring the organisation attracts, retains, and nurtures high-performing employees. They design career progression frameworks and leadership development programmes.
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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 and conflicts effectively.
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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.
Employer Hub
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Employer solutionsI always wanted to do my level 7 qualification with the CIPD. An apprentcieship seemed a really great way to access the qualification at minimal cost to my company, and also allowing me to implement what I was learning along the way.
Rachel, HR Apprentice