About The Role

Are you ready to kickstart your career in Human Resources? Islington Council is thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for an Human Resources (HR) Support Apprentice role for the next 24 months. Join our team and gain invaluable hands-on experience in a vibrant and supportive HR environment. We are responsible for providing HR Advice and processing transactions for managers and staff. Your duties will include HR query management, payroll and transactional changes, and recruitment pre-employment checks. Working as part of a friendly and dedicated team, your role will be varied and rewarding.

As an HR Support Apprentice, you will be a vital part of our HR teams, providing essential support and contributing to various HR processes. This role is perfect for someone enthusiastic about developing their skills and gaining meaningful experience in a professional setting.

Our apprenticeships combine working in a great job, with training, development, and a competitive salary. You will be given dedicated time in your working week to focus on your studies. You will also have access to a network of colleagues from within the organisation and tutors to support your learning.

Key responsibilities:

Assisting the HR Advice team in responding to customer queries.
Supporting the HR Transactions team to ensure payroll changes are completed efficiently and on time.
Managing HR administrative tasks, including maintaining records and updating employee information.Assisting with recruitment for council vacancies, ensuring a smooth hiring process.

What we’re looking for:

A motivated individual with a positive approach and a “can-do” attitude.
IT skills, including experience with Microsoft Office.
A willingness to learn and develop in a fast-paced HR environment.

Training and Development – As part of your role you will:

Complete a level 3 HR Support apprenticeship qualification.
Study Maths and English if you have not already achieved a GCSE or Level 2 equivalent.
Participate in the Councils apprenticeship network and various development activities.
Have access to a buddy/mentor.

Ready to embark on an exciting career journey? Apply now to become an HR Support Apprentice at Islington Council and make a difference in our community.

Join us and:

Develop your skills in a dynamic HR environment.
Gain hands-on experience with supportive teams.
Contribute to meaningful HR processes that impact our employees.
Work towards a nationally recognised Level 3 Human Resource Support Apprenticeship.

To apply for this apprenticeship, you must:

Be aged 16 or above and
Be an Islington resident or
Islington care leaver or
Islington school leaver in the last 12 months

You will also need to satisfy the following course entry requirements:

Not already have a qualification at the similar level or above in this apprenticeship subject
Not have extensive skills or experience in this apprenticeship subject.
Pass the course entry tests for example in Maths and English

Don't miss this opportunity to grow and thrive with us. Apply today and start your path to a rewarding career in Human Resources! For any questions or further information about the role or the team, please contact Dyon McKenzie (Senior Lead HR Advice) at [email protected].

Working for the team, service and our organisation

Islington is a place rich with diversity and culture. As a council our sense of purpose couldn’t be clearer: we serve. It’s in the logo. We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Together we can change the future.

We are determined to create a more equal Islington, where everyone who lives here has an equal chance to thrive.

To do this, everyone who works at Islington Council lives by a set of values which guide us in everything that we do: collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering. They spell out ‘CARE’, which is what we think public service is all about.

Our offer to you

We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Our staff benefits include:

Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service
A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35-hour working week
Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential
Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum
Excellent local government pension scheme
Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships
Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more!

Recruitment information

It is the policy of Islington Council that no user of service, present or future employee or job applicant receives less favourable treatment on the grounds of their sex, perceived or actual sexual orientation, marital status, race, religion or belief, age, creed, colour, nationality, national origin, ethnic origin, or disability, or on the grounds of their association with someone in one of these groups; nor is disadvantaged by any conditions or requirements which cannot be shown to be justified. We welcome applications from Black and Minority Ethnic candidates and acknowledge our responsibility to mitigate against racial discrimination. 

Islington Council operates a guaranteed interview scheme for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum criteria and we are committed to providing support to applicants who request reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process and throughout their career with us.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff, and volunteers to share this commitment. Some posts are subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

The post is subject to 3 years referencing.

Please note: Priority will be given to those at risk of redundancy within Islington Council. Current employees who are part of the redeployment pool must meet the essential criteria for shortlisting to be prioritised.