People & Culture Apprentice

Hugh Baird College; Sefton; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS

Medicash

40 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Staff benefits

Job summary

Hugh Baird College is seeking a People & Culture Apprentice to join the Main Campus team. This full‑time, 15‑month apprenticeship offers hands‑on HR experience while studying towards a Level 3 HR Support Apprenticeship with CIPD Foundation Certificate in People Practice.

You’ll learn employee administration, payroll support, HR systems, compliance, recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations while supporting colleagues across the College.

Qualifications

• You don't need previous experience in People & Culture or HR.
• We’re looking for someone with a positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Good communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Good organisational skills.
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• A professional and reliable approach.
• An interest in developing a career in People & Culture.

Responsibilities

• Learn about all aspects of People & Culture while supporting colleagues across the College.
• Gain valuable workplace experience while studying towards a Level 3 HR Support Apprenticeship and CIPD qualification.
• As an apprentice, you'll learn about employee administration, payroll support, HR systems and records management, compliance and safeguarding, recruitment and onboarding, employee relations, and people‑focused projects.

Skills

Positive attitude

Willingness to learn

Good communication

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Team orientated

Professional & reliable

Interest in People & Culture

Education

Level 3 HR Support Apprenticeship with CIPD Foundation Certificate in People Practice

Job description

People & Culture Apprentice

Application Deadline: 28 October 2026

Department: People & Culture

Employment Type: Apprentice

Location: Hugh Baird College - Main Campus

Compensation: £23,890 / year

Description

• People & Culture Apprentice
• Hugh Baird College, Bootle
• Full-Time, Fixed-Term Apprenticeship (15 Months)
• £23,890 per annum
• Level 3 HR Support Apprenticeship with CIPD Foundation Certificate in People Practice
• 40 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS)
• Access to Medicash and a wide range of staff benefits

Join an Outstanding Team

At Hugh Baird College, an Ofsted Outstanding provider, we are committed to inspiring, challenging, and transforming lives. Our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a workplace where ideas are valued, creativity is nurtured, and professional growth is supported.

Start Your Career in People & Culture

Are you organised, motivated and eager to learn?

Would you like to build a career helping people, supporting colleagues and making a real difference in the workplace?

We're looking for a People & Culture Apprentice to join our friendly and supportive People & Culture team at Hugh Baird College. This is an exciting opportunity to gain valuable workplace experience while studying towards a nationally recognised Level 3 HR Support Apprenticeship and CIPD qualification.

As an apprentice, you'll learn about all aspects of People & Culture while playing an important role in supporting colleagues across the College.

What You'll Learn

• Employee administration
• Payroll support
• HR systems and records management
• Compliance and safeguarding
• Recruitment and onboarding
• Employee relations
• People-focused projects and service improvements

Working alongside experienced colleagues, you'll gain valuable skills, knowledge and confidence while building the foundations for a successful career in People & Culture

Professional Qualification

As part of the role, you'll complete the Level 3 HR Support Apprenticeship, leading to the CIPD Foundation Certificate in People Practice. This nationally recognised qualification will help you develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed for a successful career in the people profession.

Your apprenticeship training and study time will take place within your contracted working hours, and you'll receive support throughout your learning journey.

What We're Looking For

You don't need previous experience in People & Culture or HR. We're looking for someone who has:

• A positive attitude and willingness to learn
• Good communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Good organisational skills
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team
• A professional and reliable approach
• An interest in developing a career in People & Culture

Whether you're a school leaver, college leaver, graduate, or looking for a change in career direction, we'd love to hear from you.

Rewards and Benefits at Hugh Baird College

Why Join Hugh Baird College?

When you join us, you become part of a caring and supportive community that prioritises employee wellbeing, development, and recognition. Here are some of the benefits available to you:

• Generous holiday allowance
• Up to 50 days annual holiday allowance, excluding bank holidays.
• Flexible Working
• We offer flexible working options depending on the business need, which can provide a better work-life balance for our employees.
• Medicash
• Access to Medicash’s health plans are designed to look after you and your family by boosting your access to treatment and support.
• Pension Scheme
• You will have access to two of the best pension schemes in the country, the Teachers' or the Local Government Pension schemes, depending on your role with us.
• Professional Development
• We are committed to providing continual professional development, with both formal and informal opportunities designed to enhance your skills, knowledge and career growth.
• Industrial Commercial Updates
• Our teachers receive 35 hours per year to choose a commercial operation to visit with a view to bringing new innovative ideas back to the College.
• Reward and Recognition
• Our 'Get Recognised' employee reward scheme enables continuous acknowledgement of employee contributions, and our annual staff celebration event highlights colleagues who consistently embody our values.
• Lifestyle Fitness Gym
• You will have discounted access to our fully-equipped and modern on-campus Lifestyle Fitness gym.
• Health and Wellbeing
• You will have opportunities to take part in staff groups such as yoga, walking and meditation. You will also have access to Mental Health support and a Cycle to Work scheme.
• Travel
• You can take advantage of discounted rail travel or bus travel, interest-free season ticket loans for public transport services and free on-campus parking.
• Retail Discounts
• You will have access to offers to cashback and discounts at well-known retailers.
• Blue Light Card
• You may be eligible to apply for a Blue Light card, giving you access to exclusive discounts.