HR Apprentice

Ashton Gate; Bristol; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashton Gate Stadium, a dynamic sports and entertainment business in Bristol, is seeking an HR Apprentice. This 18-month fixed-term apprenticeship offers hands-on experience in various HR functions, including recruitment, employee wellbeing, and compliance. Ideal candidates are organised and enthusiastic about people, contributing to a positive workplace culture.

Benefits

Company pension scheme

Free on-site parking

Employee discounts across food and retail

Free flu jabs and wellbeing programmes

Paid volunteer days

Qualifications

• Genuine interest in HR or business administration.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Confident written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate HR records and respond to queries promptly.
• Assist with recruitment and onboarding tasks.
• Support delivery of compliance and training sessions.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication

Microsoft Office (Word and Excel)

Job description

Location: Ashton Gate Stadium, Bristol, BS3 2EJ

Reports to: Head of HR

Contract Type: Fixed-term Apprenticeship – 18 Months

Salary: National Apprentice Wage (plus company benefits)

Hours: Full-time (Monday–Friday, occasional weekend availability)

About Ashton Gate

Ashton Gate Stadium is a unique and dynamic sports and entertainment business at the heart of Bristol’s professional sport. Home to Bristol City FC, Bristol Bears, and Bristol Flyers Basketball, the stadium also serves as the South West’s largest conference and events venue. As part of Stephen Lansdown’s group of companies, including Bristol Sport and several community charities, we work together to inspire, engage, and deliver excellence across sport and beyond.

Overview of the Role: This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking to begin a career in Human Resources. As an HR Apprentice, you’ll gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment, supporting the entire employee lifecycle. You’ll work closely with a supportive HR team and be involved in recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, training, wellbeing, and more. We’re looking for someone organised, proactive, and enthusiastic about people who’s keen to contribute to a positive and inclusive workplace.

Key Responsibilities

HR Administration & Systems – You will maintain accurate records in our HR System UKG and personnel files, monitor HR Inbox and respond to queries promptly. The role includes providing administrative support to the team and managing employee benefits information such as Perkpal.

Recruitment & Onboarding – You will assist with casual recruitment and onboarding tasks, including right to work checks, coordinate interview logistics and prepare induction packs, while keeping applicants and candidates records up to date.

Learning and Development – You’ll support the delivery of compliance and induction training, tracking training completion and maintaining relevant metrics.

Employee Engagement and Wellbeing – You’ll contribute to HR-led wellbeing and engagement activities, help organise staff events, gifts, rewards, and support townhall meetings.

Compliance & Safeguarding

Confidentiality, GDPR compliance, and safeguarding best practices must be upheld at all times.

General Administration

General duties will include typing up meeting notes and managing office tasks such as stationary orders.

Essential

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone with a genuine interest in HR or business administration, proficient in Microsoft Office (particularly Word and Excel), with strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills. You’ll have confident written and verbal communication, exercise discretion with confidential information, and bring a proactive, positive attitude as a team player. A willingness to learn and grow is key.

Desirable

Previous experience in an office or customer service role (paid or voluntary), an interest in employment law or HR practices, and a desire to undertake a CIPD Level 3 HR Support Apprenticeship would be beneficial.

What We Offer

You’ll receive mentorship and hands-on training in a supportive team, a fully funded Level 3 CIPD Apprenticeship, and early exposure to real HR projects. We provide clear career pathways into HR generalist or specialist roles.

Company Benefits

Benefits include a company pension scheme, free on-site parking, employee discounts across food, retail, and gym memberships, free flu jabs and wellbeing programmes, paid volunteer days, and access to regular staff engagement events.

Equal Opportunities & Safeguarding

Ashton Gate is an equal opportunities employer committed to fairness and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and ensure there is no discrimination based on protected characteristics. We are fully committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff to uphold these values.