HR Apprentice

The Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead; Thatcham; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

32 days annual leave

Hybrid working

LGPS pension

Free employee parking

Employee assistance

Discounts for retailers

Instant rewards

Job summary

The Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead (RBWM) is offering an exciting HR apprenticeship opportunity for 18 months, with a salary of £25,706 - £27,306 per annum and a hybrid working model.

You will join the HR team as an Apprentice, with pathways in HR Generalist or HR Information & Data, gaining hands-on experience across recruitment, onboarding and data management while working with supportive colleagues.

Qualifications

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English.
• Good communication and organisational skills.
• Confident using Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to work accurately.
• Willingness to learn and develop professionally.
• No previous HR experience required.

Responsibilities

• Support recruitment, onboarding and employee lifecycle processes.
• Provide administrative support across HR activities.
• Assist with workforce reporting, data management and system administration.
• Support HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records.
• Provide excellent customer service to managers, employees and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate across HR, Payroll and other Council services.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Learning agility

Education

GCSEs (Maths and 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 hand-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.

Take this opportunity to grow your career in a supportive, dynamic environment where you can make a real difference!

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.