Human Resources Business Partner Apprenticeship
Babcock International · South West · PL2 2BG
About the role
Human Resources Business Partner Apprenticeship 🚀
Location: Devonport, Plymouth, GB, PL2 2BG 📍
Onsite or Hybrid: OnSite 🏢
Programme Title: Human Resources Business Partner Apprenticeship
Level: 5 🎓
Salary: Starting at £24,249, with annual salary increases! 💰
Application Closing Date: 10th November 2026 🗓️
Programme Start Date: February/March 2027 🌟
Ready to kickstart an epic HR career? Our two-year Human Resources Business Partner Apprenticeship is your golden ticket! 🎟️ You'll be working towards a CIPD Level 5 qualification, soaking up practical experience, getting coached up, and diving into strategic HR projects. By the end, you'll be set for a killer HR future. 💪
What's the Deal?
This apprenticeship is your chance to get hands-on with all sorts of people management and organisational stuff, all while earning a legit professional qualification. You'll be helping out with everything from crunching people data and writing reports to giving advice on policies, supporting new hires, and boosting employee engagement. 🤝
You'll team up with awesome HR pros and people across the business, getting the inside scoop on both day-to-day operations and the big picture strategy. You'll even get to contribute to cool projects like planning the workforce, managing organisational change, championing diversity and inclusion, talent planning, wellbeing initiatives, and making processes smoother. As you level up, you'll see how amazing people practices drive business success. 📈
We'll equip you with the skills and know-how of a modern HR superstar, covering employment law, employee relations, business strategy, organisational development, talent management, and evidence-based practices. Plus, you'll nail key professional skills like managing stakeholders, communicating like a pro, influencing, coaching, analysing data, solving problems, and delivering projects. You'll also embody professionalism, ethical practice, teamwork, adaptability, inclusivity, and a hunger for learning. All this sets you up perfectly to become an HR Business Partner. ✨
Your Education Journey:
This apprenticeship is delivered with Avado Learning, leading to the Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management (CIPD) and the People Professional apprenticeship standard. 📚
- Online learning via Avado's cool virtual platform.
- A mix of self-study, live workshops, and coaching sessions.
- Dedicated study time during your working hours – we've got your learning covered! 🧑💻
- Weekly time for structured learning, including workshops, project work, shadowing, networking, and hands-on HR experiences to boost your growth.
You'll bag your CIPD Level 5 in the first 10 months. The rest of the apprenticeship is all about putting that knowledge into action, getting awesome business partnering experience, and continuing your professional development. We'll have regular catch-ups with you, your manager, and your Avado coach to make sure you're smashing it! 🚀
Future You:
Nail this apprenticeship and your CIPD Level 5, and you'll be ready to step into a HR Advisor role with an expected salary of over £28,000! 💸 From there, we'll map out a plan to level up your business partnering skills, commercial smarts, and overall business understanding, paving the way for a Junior HR Business Partner role. And the journey doesn't stop there! You'll have access to tons of career paths across HR, with opportunities to become a HR Business Partner and beyond. Continuous learning, development, and real-world experience will fuel your growth, allowing you to become an expert in various HR fields and build a super rewarding, long-term career. 🌟
What You'll Need:
- At least 5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above (including English, Maths, and Science/Technology) ➕ 3 A levels at grade C or above. 💯
- Please note: Due to security clearance requirements (BPSS and SC), your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency may affect your eligibility for certain programmes. Check GOV.UK for "United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels" for more info. 🛡️
What You'll Get:
We offer a supportive and exciting environment to help your career soar. Plus, you'll get:
- Fully funded qualification! 🎉
- Personal development training and opportunities.
- A minimum of 28 days holiday allowance (including bank holidays). 🏖️
- Competitive pension scheme. 📈
- Employee share scheme. 🤝
- Flexible benefits like cycle to work and shopping discounts. 🚲🛍️
You can also get involved in our STEM outreach and volunteering – our apprentices find it super rewarding! 🙌
Your Career Development:
Prepare for a whirlwind of fantastic opportunities and business experiences. Expect real-world challenges and exciting projects that will help you navigate your career path. Plus, you'll automatically join our Apprentice Development Programme – a series of digital and face-to-face sessions with experts to equip you with the tools to thrive, both during your apprenticeship and beyond! 💡
Application Process:
Applications are reviewed as they come in. If we get a lot of interest, we might close applications early. To give yourself the best shot, apply soon! 🏃♀️💨
Key responsibilities
- Analysing people data and preparing reports
- Advising on policies
- Supporting recruitment and onboarding
- Contributing to employee engagement initiatives
- Contributing to projects such as workforce planning, organisational change, and diversity and inclusion