2025 Professional Apprenticeship - People (HR) Trainee (5539)

Laing O'Rourke; Dartford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking bright and motivated school leavers for a Professional Apprenticeship in HR. This exciting opportunity allows you to work within a dynamic People Function, gaining valuable experience across various HR specialisms. As a People Trainee, you will develop essential skills such as adaptability and effective communication while contributing to a transformative approach in the construction and engineering industry. The apprenticeship program is well-regarded, offering both academic and professional support, ensuring that you build a strong foundation for your career in HR. Join a forward-thinking company that prioritizes your growth and development!

Benefits

Fully funded apprenticeship

Work-based experience

Off-the-job training

Bespoke development modules

Technical training opportunities

Qualifications

• Candidates must have 5 GCSEs and 3 A-levels or equivalent qualifications.
• Strong communication skills and adaptability are essential.

Responsibilities

• Work within various HR specialisms including Reward and Learning & Development.
• Support stakeholders and adhere to People Policies and Procedures.

Skills

Adaptability

Empathy

Communication Skills

Initiative

Education

5 GCSEs (grades 7-4 in Maths, English, Science)

3 A-levels or BTEC or Equivalent

Job description

Professional Apprenticeship – People Trainee

We're looking for bright and motivated school leavers who will bring energy, new ideas and a fresh perspective to help us become the recognised leader and transform the construction and engineering industry.

Role Overview

As the People Function, we strive to represent all of our people's needs – wellbeing, inclusion, sustainability, skills, engagement, learning and development and talent management. We work hard to deliver great outcomes for our business, placing People at the heart of everything we do.

The HR Trainee will be given the opportunity to work within a fast-paced, challenging but rewarding People Function which is made up of Reward, Learning & Development, Shared Services, Operations, Training, Recruitment and Systems. The apprenticeship programme will provide you with the opportunity to work within a range of the teams mentioned above, offering a broad scope of experience across different HR specialisms.

To be successful within this role you will need to be adaptable, show high levels of empathy and be able to use your initiative to overcome queries, whilst adhering to People Policies and Procedures. The HR Trainee will also be expected to work well with a variety of stakeholders and possess the ability to communicate excellently with them, both written and verbally.

The apprenticeship programme is well regarded within the industry and is designed to support you both academically and professionally. The knowledge you obtain through your studies can be brought back into the workplace, helping you to excel with confidence in your everyday practice and offers an invaluable opportunity to start building your career in HR.

Location

Dartford

Apprenticeship Level and Standard

This apprenticeship starts at Level 3 HR support and moves on to the Level 5 in People professional.

Apprenticeship Provider

Laing O'Rourke collaborate with trusted and approved training providers for our apprenticeship delivery. Successful candidates will be required to make an application to our preferred provider for the apprenticeship route you have chosen.

Entry Grades

5 GCSEs - preferably grades 7-4 in Maths, English and Science.

3 A-levels or BTEC or Equivalent.

Entry requirements

We are looking for candidates who meet the following criteria:

1. You must be eligible to work in the UK with a valid work permit.
2. Entry grades will be listed within each job description and they will differ from role to role.
3. To qualify for this programme, you will need to have a minimum of three A-Levels/or equivalent.

The Laing O'Rourke Professional Apprenticeship Programme - What Can You Expect?

Our professional apprenticeship programme has been developed to ensure you are supported throughout every step of your journey, combining work-based experience with off-the-job training. You will be stretched, challenged and supported by a business that views your professional development and formal qualification as a priority.

Our programme will provide a fully funded day or block release apprenticeship in your chosen vocation, while working as a full-time Laing O'Rourke employee. It will also include a series of bespoke development modules and technical training opportunities, strategically placed to support you at key stages of your apprenticeship journey. During the programme you will work across a range of projects, which will offer the breadth and variety to support your occupational competency and will contribute towards the achievement of your apprenticeship and professional accreditation.

**The Professional Apprenticeship Programme will commence in September 2025**