Are you organised, people-focused and ready to start a career that genuinely makes an impact? If you’re curious about Human Resources, passionate about supporting others, and keen to grow your skills in a supportive, values-driven environment, this could be the perfect first step for you.
At BTC Trust, everything we do is driven by one clear belief: students come first. Behind that success is a dedicated People Team who support and develop the colleagues who make learning possible every day and that’s where you come in.
37 hours per week, all year round
Salary: £7.55 - £12.21 per hour, depending on age
Fixed-Term Contract to align with the completion of your apprenticeship
Kick-start your HR career. Make a real difference. Learn while you earn.
About the Role
As our Apprentice HR Administrator, you’ll be a key part of the People Team, providing high-quality administrative support across a wide range of HR activities while developing your knowledge and skills through a fully supported Level 3 HR Support apprenticeship.
This is a hands-on, varied role where no two days are the same. You’ll gain real-world HR experience in a large educational trust, working alongside experienced HR professionals who are committed to helping you learn and succeed.
What You’ll Be Doing
You’ll be involved in the full employee lifecycle, including:
- Supporting recruitment, onboarding and pre-employment checks (including DBS processes)
- Acting as a first point of contact for HR enquiries via phone and shared inboxes
- Preparing HR letters and documentation with guidance from the team
- Maintaining accurate staff records on HR systems and databases
- Supporting induction and probation processes for new starters
- Helping with HR reporting, audits and data quality checks
- Assisting with People Team projects, wellbeing initiatives and engagement activity
- Ensuring confidential information is handled with care, accuracy and professionalism
You’ll also play an important role in supporting safeguarding, safer recruitment, equality, diversity and inclusion, and promoting a positive and professional image of the Trust.
About You
You don’t need previous HR experience, what matters most is attitude, potential and enthusiasm.
We’re looking for someone who:
- Is keen to enrol on and complete a Level 3 HR Support apprenticeship
- Has an interest in people, HR and how organisations work
- Is organised, reliable and has great attention to detail
- Communicates clearly and confidently with a wide range of people
- Can handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion
- Is comfortable using Microsoft Office 365 and keen to learn new systems
- Enjoys working as part of a team and is open to learning and feedback
Experience in administration, customer service, education or office environments (paid or voluntary) is welcomed but not essential.
If you would like to discuss the post in more detail, or wish to visit us before applying, please email Leanne Knight, People Team Co-Ordinator at leanne.knight@btc-trust.org
All application forms must be fully completed. Incomplete application forms will not be considered. We do not accept CVs.
Closing date for applications: Tuesday 17th February at 11:59pm
We believe in hiring for potential and this means that we value individuals for the knowledge skills and experience that they have developed in every aspect of their lives. If you don’t feel that you meet all of the criteria listed in the person specification, we would still encourage you to apply.
We care about our staff and provide a number of benefits in addition to salary including a positive and supportive working environment, employer pension contribution of at least 23%, generous annual leave entitlement for all-year round staff, on-site gyms, free parking, access to a retail discounts platform and Employee Assistance Programme. Helping you achieve a good work life balance is important to us. Lots of our colleagues work flexibly including part time hours and/or job shares and we are happy to discuss these opportunities with you.
We truly believe that diversity of thought, culture, background and perspective secure the best outcomes for our students. We strive to build teams that represent our local communities and welcome applications from individuals who identify as members of an under-represented group and in particular individuals who identify as BAME, disabled or LGBT. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage and civil partnerships.
Bridgwater & Taunton College Trust is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share its commitment. Our mission is that all children achieve. A criminal disclosure check will be requested for any applicant who is offered a position.