HR Apprentice (RT Keedwell Ltd)

R.T. KEEDWELL LIMITED

Highbridge

On-site

GBP 12,000 - 18,000

Full time

5 days ago

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Job summary

RT Keedwell Group invites applications for an HR Apprentice to gain hands-on experience across HR activities. You will support day-to-day HR administration and work toward a recognised HR qualification while building practical workplace skills.

You will work with the HR team to support recruitment, onboarding and employee records, ensuring compliant processes and professional service to employees and managers. Training will be provided and a pathway to HR management is outlined.

Qualifications

GCSEs including English and Maths at A*-C/9-4 or equivalent.
Willingness to learn and commitment to an HR apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

Provide general administrative support to the HR team and maintain records.
Assist with recruitment, onboarding and pre-employment checks.
Support employee training records and HR documentation.
Respond to employee and manager queries and escalate where needed.
Assist with HR projects and attendance to meetings and notes.
Ensure confidentiality and compliance with policies and legislation.

Skills

Communication

IT skills

Attention to detail

Organisation skills

Problem solving

Team working

Written communication

Time management

Multitasking

Meet deadlines

Professional and approachable

Willingness to learn

Friendly

Reliable and punctual

Enthusiastic

Respectful and inclusive

Flexible and adaptable

Education

GCSE - English and Maths (A*-C/9-4)

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Job description

Introduction

An exciting opportunity to join our HR team as a HR Apprentice, gaining hands-on experience across a range of HR activities. You will support the day-to-day running of the HR function, develop your knowledge of people management and employment practices, and work towards a recognised HR qualification while building valuable workplace skills.

About the Employer

RT Keedwell Group is a family-owned transport business with a reputation built on reliability, safety and long-term partnerships. Since 1969, we’ve supported customers across a wide range of industries with tailored haulage and distribution solutions that keep supply chains moving.

With a nationwide depot network, experienced drivers, and a modern fleet equipped with the latest technology, we consistently deliver high service levels, whether you require regional distribution or complex, sector-specific transport

What You’ll Do

We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic HR Apprentice to join our team and gain practical experience across a broad range of Human Resources activities. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is interested in developing a career in HR and would like to gain valuable hands-on experience while working towards a recognised HR qualification.

The successful candidate will work closely with the HR team, supporting the day-to-day administration of the HR function and helping to provide an effective and professional service to employees and managers. You will develop an understanding of key HR processes, policies and employment practices while receiving appropriate training, guidance and support throughout your apprenticeship.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

Provide general administrative support to the HR team, ensuring HR records, files and systems are maintained accurately and securely
Assist with the recruitment process, including preparing and advertising vacancies, arranging interviews, communicating with candidates and completing pre-employment checks
Support the onboarding process for new employees, ensuring relevant documentation is completed and new starters receive the information and support they need
Assist with employee leaver processes, including preparing documentation and ensuring HR records are updated appropriately
Respond to routine employee and manager queries in a professional and helpful manner, escalating more complex matters to an appropriate HR team member
Assist with maintaining accurate records relating to holidays, sickness absence, training and other employee information
Support the HR team with the preparation of letters, contracts, reports, spreadsheets and other HR documentation
Assist with organising and maintaining employee training records and supporting the coordination of training activities
Help ensure HR processes are completed in accordance with company policies, procedures and relevant employment legislation
Maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive employee information appropriately at all times
Assist with HR projects and initiatives, such as employee engagement, wellbeing, equality and inclusion, and improvements to HR processes
Support the HR team with meetings, including preparing relevant documentation and taking notes where required
Develop a working knowledge of employment legislation, HR policies and best-practice procedures as part of the apprenticeship
Attend training and complete coursework required as part of the apprenticeship programme, applying learning within the workplace
Build positive working relationships with colleagues, managers and employees across the organisation
Carry out other reasonable HR-related duties as required to support the wider team