HR Admin Apprentice

Slough Borough Council; Slough; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days' annual leave, rising to 30/33

The Local Government Pension Scheme

Wellbeing initiatives and employee-net

Tax-free childcare and childcare

Season ticket loan

Job summary

Slough Borough Council is offering a Business Administration Apprenticeship (level 3) in Slough. The role provides essential administrative support to staff, helps maintain employee records, and assists with events and general administration across the Council.

You will be a key point of contact for staff, gaining exposure to HR activities in a dynamic, hybrid environment with minimum 2 days in the office per week.

Qualifications

• Enrolled in Business Administration Apprenticeship (level 3).
• Ability to handle employee records and provide frontline administration.
• Experience in supporting HR initiatives is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day admin support across the Council.
• Maintain employee records and assist with events.
• Be a key contact for staff and support HR initiatives.

Job description

• Directorate: Corporate Resources
• Pay Level: National Apprenticeship wage:

£15,600 (18-19 years old)

£21,157.50 (20 years old)

£24,784.50 (21 and over)

• Contract Type: Apprenticeship (2 years - 24 months)
• Working Hours: 37 hours per week
• Location: Observatory House/ Slough Hybrid (minimum 2 days per week in the office)
• DBS requirement: Standard

The closing date for applications is midnight on Monday 9th November 2026

Interviews will be held week commencing Monday 16th November 2026

What you'll be doing:

Whilst working to complete your Business Administration Apprenticeship (level 3) you will play a central role helping and supporting employees. You will be providing day-to-day support including maintaining employee records, arranging events and assisting with the general administration across the Council.

We are looking for someone to support our dynamic team with essential administrative and co-ordination tasks to ensure the effective running of initiatives across the Council. You will be a key point of contact for staff, providing first rate service for our staff. No two days will be the same and you will gain experience across key areas of HR.

Our Council:

Our vision is to make a difference to our communities and environment. Every employee contributes to services for local people, directly or by supporting colleagues. We celebrate diversity and want residents to enjoy fulfilling, prosperous and healthy lives.

What we offer:

We offer a supportive place to grow your career, where your input is valued and heard. You will join a friendly, collaborative environment where ambition and innovation are encouraged.

We support flexible and hybrid working to help colleagues achieve a positive work-life balance. We welcome applications from all backgrounds, recruit on merit and value a workforce that reflects the communities we serve.

Annual increments, where applicable, are usually payable on 1 April, subject to six months' service and satisfactory performance, until the maximum spinal column point is reached.

Alongside a competitive salary, we provide:

• 26 days' annual leave, rising to 30 days after 2 years and 33 days after 5 years' service.
• The Local Government Pension Scheme
• Wellbeing initiatives and employee networks that help us celebrate and promote equality.
• Tax-free childcare and childcare services
• Season ticket loan to help with rail or bus travel to and from work.

Accessibility and Support:

Slough Borough Council is an inclusive employer. If you need support during the application process or reasonable adjustments for interview, please contact our Recruitment Team: [e-mail].

Information shared will be treated confidentially and used only to provide appropriate support throughout recruitment and beyond.

Our staff networks represent diverse colleague groups and help make the Council a place where people feel included and can thrive.

Right to Work and Checks:

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. If you require sponsorship, please note we are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this role.

We are committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. Appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks.

How we recruit at Slough Borough Council

Our 8 Core Skills

At Slough Borough Council, we are moving Forward Together. Our core skills reflect what we value and will form part of your interview.

The Council reserves the right to close adverts early should we receive a number of suitable applications.