HR Apprentice

NHS; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking health partnership as an HR Apprentice, where you will gain hands-on experience in a supportive environment. This role offers a unique opportunity to work closely with the HR Director and be part of a team dedicated to improving patient care. You will support key HR functions, including recruitment and compliance, while pursuing a CIPD-accredited qualification. If you're passionate about people and eager to make a meaningful impact in primary care, this apprenticeship is the perfect starting point for your HR career.

Qualifications

• Passion for people and a desire to develop a career in HR.
• Ability to support HR processes and maintain employee records.

Responsibilities

• Support HR team in delivering comprehensive HR services.
• Assist with recruitment, onboarding, and compliance processes.
• Maintain accurate employee records and support payroll administration.

Skills

HR Administration

Compliance

Recruitment

Employee Relations

Communication Skills

Education

CIPD Level 3 HR Apprenticeship

Job description

Job Summary

As an HR Apprentice, you will work closely with the HR Director, gaining experience and guidance as you build your career in Human Resources. This apprenticeship provides a structured learning path, equipping you with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed to become a confident HR professional.

This is a generalist role, offering exposure to all aspects of the HR function, including medical staffing, HR administration, and compliance. You will play an integral part in supporting key HR processes while developing a solid foundation in HR best practices.

The successful candidate will be based at our Bewdley Medical Centre and will be enrolled in a CIPD-accredited Level 3 HR Apprenticeship Programme, combining academic study with real-world HR experience.

About Us

Wyre Forest Health Partnership (WFHP) is a large GP partnership serving the Wyre Forest area, with five practices across Kidderminster and the surrounding locations, caring for 73,000 patients.

Join Us!

If you are passionate about people, eager to develop a career in HR, and looking for an opportunity to work in primary care while making a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you!

Main duties of the job

We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated HR Apprentice to join our small, supportive team and gain hands-on experience while working towards a CIPD Level 3 qualification.

As an HR Apprentice, you'll play a key role in supporting the entire employee life-cycle from recruitment and onboarding to career development and compliance. You'll work closely with managers to implement a staff bank and support both medical and administrative staffing processes.

This role is a fantastic opportunity to gain practical HR experience, develop essential skills, and contribute to an organization that values its people.

PLEASE NOTE: You need to hold a valid Right to Work in the UK; unfortunately, we are unable to support sponsorship visas.

About Us

Wyre Forest Health Partnership: one successful and ambitious health partnership working at scale together to provide high-quality, innovative patient care, delivered by a valued and respected team.

WFHP has been operating since December 2014 as a single partnership, out of 5 surgeries, 3 of which are purpose-built. We operate at scale and are at the forefront of primary care delivery, managing approximately 250 employees and 50 GPs, caring for about 72,000 patients. We have a strong quality improvement ethic and are always looking to improve.

WFHP is working towards NHS goals to reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions as soon as possible. We actively encourage new staff to take an interest in sustainability and incorporate it into their roles.

Additional Details

Date posted: 02 May 2025

Pay scheme: Salary: £8 per hour

Contract: Apprenticeship

Duration: 2 years

Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working

Reference number: A3309-25-0022

Job locations: Bewdley Medical Centre, Dog Lane, Bewdley, Worcestershire, DY12 2EF

Job Description

Job responsibilities

• Support the HR team in delivering a comprehensive HR service across the organization.
• Work with managers to develop and implement a staff bank for medical and administrative staffing.
• Maintain and update employee records, ensuring compliance with employment legislation and internal policies.
• Support HR compliance processes, including right-to-work checks, DBS checks, and reference requests.
• Assist in the administration of HR policies and procedures, ensuring consistency and accuracy.
• Provide initial HR support to employees and managers, responding to general queries.
• Support payroll administration by ensuring accurate recording of employee data.
• Assist with the coordination of training and development initiatives for staff.
• Participate in HR projects, such as employee engagement initiatives and policy updates.