HR Assistant Modern Apprentice

NHS National Services Scotland; Scotland; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS National Services Scotland is offering a Modern Apprenticeship in the HR Department for individuals aged 16-24. This full-time position includes a permanent contract and provides hands-on experience in HR operations while working towards a recognized qualification. The successful candidate will assist with recruitment coordination, data management, and learn essential HR skills.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic with good experience in Microsoft Office packages.
• Good written communication skills and attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with recruitment coordination and data updates.
• Maintain operational services and system updates.
• Work towards achieving the Diploma in Digital Applications Support SCQF Level 6.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Self-Motivation

Organisational Skills

Education

3 National 4 qualifications (or SCQF equivalent)

Job description

Modern Apprenticeship

Programme 2025

Our current vacancy is for a Modern Apprenticewithin the HR Department. This opportunity is open only to applicants aged 16 – 24 years.

Modern Apprentice

HR Assistant

37 hours per week (full time)

Permanent Contract

AFC Band 2 £25,694 - £27,900 (Annex 21) per annum, plus
Distant Island Allowance of £2,380 per annum

Working alongside the HR team, the successful candidate will be supported in learning how to maintain a range of operational services and system updates. The role of a HR Assistant includes manual assisting with recruitment co-ordination, data and system input and updates. All of this whilst working towards gaining a recognised qualification which will enable you to develop towards future careers.

You will be employed on a permanent contract with the requirement to work through a structured training programme towards achieving the Diploma in Digital Applications Support SCQF Level 6

You will need to be enthusiastic with good experience with all Microsoft office packages, good communication skills and a strong team work ethic. You must also demonstrate in your application that you possess good written communication skills, are highly motivated, and are hardworking with good attention to detail. You will need strong inter-personal and organisational skills and demonstrate self-motivation and self-reliance. You will be keen to help out, flexible in your approach and committed to completing the training programme.

Applicants must have achieved or, at the time of interview, be working towards
3 National 4 qualifications (or SCQF equivalent) which must include Maths and a literary subject (English, History, Modern Studies).

Please note this is a local advertisement and no relocation or interview expenses are applicable.

For more information and to apply: https://apply.jobs.scot.nhs.uk/internal/vacancies.aspx?chkDivision=173

For informal discussions contact:

Laura Pottinger, HR Services Manager (Recruitment, Planning & Systems)

01595 743031 or [e-mail]

Application closing date: 08/06/2025

Interview Date: 20/06/2025