HR Apprentice

Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead; Maidenhead; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 32 days

Hybrid working

LGPS pension

Free employee parking

Employee Assistance Programme

Retail discounts

Instant Reward Scheme

Job summary

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead is offering an exciting 18-month full-time apprenticeship in our HR team, with a starting salary of £25,706 to £27,306 per year. The role provides hands-on experience in recruitment, onboarding, data reporting, and HR projects, with a hybrid working model requiring at least two days in the office.

Starting 4 January 2027, you will be supported to learn and gain professional qualifications through on-the-job training while contributing to a busy council

Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Are confident using Microsoft Office applications.
• Have excellent attention to detail and can work accurately.
• Are keen to learn, develop and work towards a professional qualification.
• Can handle confidential information responsibly and professionally.

Responsibilities

• Supporting recruitment, onboarding and employee lifecycle processes.
• Providing administrative support across a range of HR activities.
• Assisting with workforce reporting, data management and system administration.
• Supporting HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintaining accurate and confidential employee records.
• Providing excellent customer service to managers, employees and external stakeholders.
• Working collaboratively across HR, Payroll and other Council services.

Education

GCSE Maths

GCSE English

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity to join our HR team as an Apprentice!

This is a full-time, fixed-term apprenticeship opportunity for 18 months, offering a competitive salary of £25,706 - £27,306 per annum, with a hybrid working model, including at least two days per week based in the office. The successful candidate will start on 4 January 2027.

About Us

The Royal Borough of Windsor and Maidenhead (RBWM) is set in the heart of Berkshire, a region known for its economic vitality and innovation. As a unitary authority, RBWM prides itself on its dedicated team of professionals committed to delivering quality services to our vibrant community. The borough boasts a unique blend of cultural heritage, including Windsor Castle and Ascot Racecourse, alongside expanding business opportunities.

Our Royal connections place us on a global stage, and we consistently rise to meet the challenge. This is your chance to be part of our story.

The Role

We are recruiting for one apprenticeship position, which will be appointed as either an HR Generalist Apprentice or an HR Information & Data Apprentice, depending on the successful candidate's skills, interests and strengths.

Whichever pathway you follow, you will gain hands-on experience within a supportive HR team whilst developing the knowledge and skills needed for a successful career.

Please indicate in your supporting statement which apprenticeship pathway you would prefer to follow.

Your Role Could Involve

• Supporting recruitment, onboarding and employee lifecycle processes.
• Providing administrative support across a range of HR activities.
• Assisting with workforce reporting, data management and system administration.
• Supporting HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintaining accurate and confidential employee records.
• Providing excellent customer service to managers, employees and external stakeholders.
• Working collaboratively across HR, Payroll and other Council services.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking enthusiastic individuals who:

• Have GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
• Have good communication and organisational skills.
• Are confident using Microsoft Office applications.
• Have excellent attention to detail and can work accurately.
• Are keen to learn, develop and work towards a professional qualification.
• Can handle confidential information responsibly and professionally.

No previous HR experience is required. We are looking for motivated individuals with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn.

What We Offer

• 32 days of annual leave.
• Flexible working, including hybrid options for improved work-life balance.
• Access to the generous Local Government Pension Scheme with life cover.
• Free employee parking near our offices.
• Employee Assistance Programme offering counselling, advice, and resources.
• Discounts and deals with hundreds of retailers, including discounted gym memberships and travel deals.
• Instant Reward Scheme to recognise and celebrate achievements.

RBWM values a collaborative and inclusive work environment, fostering creativity and innovation in all aspects of its operations.

As an equal opportunities' employer, we encourage applications from all as we believe diverse talent makes us stronger.

If you have a disability, are a current or former member of the armed forces or have been part of any formal care system up to the age of 25, you will be guaranteed an interview, should you meet the minimum requirements for the role.

Interview dates:

week commencing 30 November 2026.

For informal inquiries, please contact Iram Ali, HRIS Specialist, at [e-mail]

We reserve the right to close the advert prior to the stated end date.