Apprentice HR Administrator at Flying High Trust

Are you an organised, proactive individual looking to start your career in Human Resources within a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment?

Do you want to gain valuable, hands-on experience while developing the skills and knowledge needed to build a successful career in HR?

Flying High Partnership is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated HR Apprentice to join our Central Team.

This is an exciting opportunity for:

• School leavers or early-career professionals looking to begin a career in Human Resources
• Individuals with strong organisational and communication skills who are keen to develop in a professional environment
• Those with experience in customer service, administration, or education settings who want to build a long-term career in HR

You may not have worked in HR before, but if you are eager to learn, highly organised, and committed to developing yourself, we would strongly encourage you to apply.

If you are motivated by learning, enjoy working as part of a team, and take pride in delivering high-quality work, this could be the perfect first step in your HR career.

About Flying High

Flying High Partnership is a thriving multi-academy trust of 39 primary schools across Derbyshire, Leicestershire, Nottingham City, and Nottinghamshire. We are driven by a shared vision to be unique, exceptional, and sustainable.

Founded in 2012, we believe in the power of meaningful collaboration to help schools reach their full potential while supporting others along the way.

Our Partnership celebrates individuality, champions continuous improvement, and ensures every child thrives. With a strong focus on school-led professional development and leadership, we are committed to growing exceptional teachers, support staff and inspirational leaders.

Together, we make every day count.

The Role

This is an excellent opportunity to gain broad experience across HR operations while working towards a recognised HR apprenticeship qualification.

As an HR Apprentice, you will support the day-to-day delivery of a high-quality HR service across the Trust. You will work closely with experienced HR professionals, gaining exposure to key areas including recruitment, onboarding, HR administration, payroll support, and compliance.

You will play an important role in ensuring our HR processes run smoothly, supporting both schools and central colleagues.

Key responsibilities include:

• Providing administrative support, including preparing contracts, letters, and maintaining employee records
• Supporting recruitment processes, including interview coordination and candidate communication
• Assisting with onboarding and pre-employment checks, ensuring compliance requirements are met
• Updating and maintaining HR systems with accurate employee data
• Supporting the HR inbox and responding to queries or directing them appropriately
• Assisting with payroll and pensions administration tasks
• Maintaining accurate and audit-ready HR and compliance records

Working Pattern

This is a full-time apprenticeship role, with a combination of on-the-job learning and off-the-job training to support your qualification. Some travel across Partnership sites may be required.

What We Offer

• A fully supported HR apprenticeship qualification
• Structured training, mentoring, and ongoing professional support
• The opportunity to gain experience across a wide range of HR functions
• A supportive, collaborative, and values-driven working environment

About You

We are looking for a motivated and professional individual who is eager to learn and develop within HR.

You will:

• Have a good standard of education, including GCSEs in English and Maths (or equivalent)
• Be organised, reliable, and able to manage your workload effectively
• Communicate confidently and professionally with a range of stakeholders
• Work well as part of a team and build positive working relationships
• Demonstrate initiative and a proactive approach to tasks
• Handle sensitive information with discretion and maintain confidentiality
• Be committed to learning and completing your apprenticeship qualification
• Have a genuine interest in developing a career in Human Resources

You may have developed these skills through school, part-time work, volunteering, or early career roles.

Additional Information

Early applications are encouraged, as we reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and post holders to share this commitment. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applicants.