HR Administrator Apprentice

The Independent Schools Council; Greater London; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a fast-paced, people-focused HR team at Surbiton High School through a fully funded Level 3 CIPD accredited HR Support Apprenticeship. This full-time position offers hands-on experience across HR functions while studying one day per week. Ideal for those who are organised and proactive, this role is your chance to thrive in a dynamic educational environment.

Qualifications

• At least 5 GCSEs including Maths and English.
• Highly articulate with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support all aspects of HR and recruitment.
• Welcome candidates and coordinate interviews.
• Maintain employee records and ensure safeguarding compliance.

Skills

Organised

Proactive

Friendly

Attention to Detail

Communication Skills

Education

5 GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above

Job description

Start Date: 1 September 2025

Tenure: Fixed-term 18 - 24 month Apprenticeship contract in the first instance

Full time, Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week, with day-release one day per week to attend college (Level 3 HR Support Apprenticeship, fully funded by the School)

Looking to kick-start your career in HR? Join our fast-paced, people-focused team at Surbiton High School!

This is a fantastic opportunity offering hands-on experience across all areas of HR while working towards a fully funded Level 3 CIPD accredited HR Support Apprenticeship. You’ll work full-time, Monday to Friday (37.5 hours per week), with one day per week set aside for studying.

We're looking for an organised, proactive and friendly individual to support all aspects of HR and recruitment — from welcoming candidates and coordinating interviews to maintaining employee records and ensuring safeguarding compliance.

If you thrive on variety, love working with people, and have a keen eye for detail, this is your chance to make a real difference in a dynamic educational environment. You’ll need at least 5 GCSE’s in Grade C/4 or above, including Maths and English, and be highly articulate with excellent communication skills.