HR Apprentice at The Howard Academy Trust

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14 Days Remaining
  Job Reference #
EDV/2026/HAT/17467
  Location
Waterfront Utc, South Side Three Road, Chatham, Kent, ME4 4FQ
  Contract Type
Fixed Term
  Contract Term
Full-Time
  Salary
£8.00 Hourly
Apprentice Minimum Wage
  Hours Per Week
37
  Weeks Per Year
All Year Round
  Closing Date
Midnight, Fri 7th Aug, 2026
  Start Date
June 2026
  Positions Available
1
   Positions Available        1
  Interview Date(s)
11th August 2026
   Interview Date(s)           11th August 2026
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About this Role

The Howard Academy Trust is seeking a highly effective HR Apprentice, to start with immediate effect. This role will be based in the Human Resources Department, within the Central Operations Team of the Trust.

This is an excellent opportunity for an aspiring future HR professional to take their first step into the division. We are seeking a self-motivated and organised candidate to provide comprehensive high-level support in all aspects of the employee lifecycle for education staff based in our academies. The work is fast-paced and varied, meaning no two days are the same. We are looking someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and wants to be part of a brilliant team.

This is a full time, all year round, fixed term position, paid on the Apprentice Minimum Wage. 

The working pattern will consist of 37 hours per week, Monday-Friday, with a 30-minute unpaid break each day. 

The successful candidate will be supported through a Level 3 HR apprenticeship, alongside completing on the job work. There may be opportunity for a permanent role upon successful completion of the apprenticeship course. This is a fixed term position, for 12-18 months, for the duration of the course.

Why Join Us:

As well as working for a Trust that improves people’s lives every day, you will enjoy:

  • Competitive Salary package
  • LGPS pension (with employer contributions of 22.5%)
  • Heavily subsidised private healthcare
  • Employee Assistance Programme
  • Access to CPD and a commitment to your learning and growth
  • Discounted gym membership
  • Free flu jabs
  • A welcoming work environment and teamwork

If you would like to arrange a call, have any questions or require further information, please contact the Head of HR, Hardeep Hullait, via email - hr@thatrust.org.uk 

We reserve the right to alter our interview dates and close this vacancy early should we receive an overwhelming response


Safeguarding Statement

The Howard Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.

The Howard Academy Trust is committed to equality, inclusion and diversity and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates. We are committed to providing a mutually supportive working environment where every individual is respected, valued and included.


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Contact Details

  Hardeep Hullait - Head of HR
  01634 265770 option 2
  hr@thatrust.org.uk

The Howard Academy Trust would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:

  1. Why have you chosen an apprenticeship within HR?
  2. What skills do you have that would support you in a HR role?
  3. What are your career aspirations?

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