About this role
Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for 16 18 years olds to build a strong foundation in HR and develop the skills needed for a successful career in People Management. No experience is necessary just enthusiasm, a willingness and drive to learn, and a genuine interest in developing a career within HR and People practices.
If you are motivated, curious, and ready to grow, this is your chance to gain valuable experience while making a real contribution in a supportive and dynamic team.
Main duties of the job
The People Team Apprentice is offered on a 2 year full time, fixed term basis. Working 37.5 hours per week, this will include your apprenticeship study time.
As the People Team Apprentice, youll work towards your CIPD Level 3 qualification while gaining valuable, real-world experience. Youll play an active role in supporting across all the people team functions including HR, LED and Volunteering.
About us
St Catherines Hospice is a respected local charity providing specialist hospice care alongside statutory service partners (GPs, District nursing etc) across West Sussex and East Surrey.
We provide care in communities across Surrey and Sussex which are richly diverse and we want to reflect that in everything we do. We celebrate and support difference and welcome applications from all backgrounds. If you believe in the importance of what we do, share our values and want to be a part of an outstanding team building something important, wed love to hear from you.
Employees at St Catherines Hospice can enjoy a variety of benefits including:
Generous annual leave starting at 25 days, rising to 30 days with length of service, plus Bank Holidays, and an opportunity to buy / sell annual leave days. Plus we offer a day off for volunteering & moving house. Generous Pension scheme with up to 9% employer contributions or honour of NHS pension. Life Assurance Scheme, Counselling Offering, and a range of discounts.
How to Apply:
Please apply directly on our website, if you join St Catherines, youll be joining a supportive team all working towards a big ambition: a future where everyone approaching death and those who love and care for them can access compassionate, specialist palliative and end of live care. If that sounds like something youd find fulfilling, please apply today.
Job description Job responsibilities
Are you looking to start your career in HR and gain hands on experience whilst working towards a recognised qualification? Then join our team as a People Team Apprentice and begin an exciting journey in the world of HR and People practices.
This development role is designed to build your skills, knowledge, and confidence, enabling you to provide efficient and effective day-to-day support across a dynamic People Team.
What Youll Be Doing:
Supporting day-to-day operations across the People Team Providing administrative support to HR, Learning, Education & Development, and Volunteering functions Developing a broad understanding of People practices through hands-on experience within an experience people team.
What You Will Gain:
A nationally recognised CIPD Level 3 qualification Practical experience across multiple People disciplines Insight into HR, learning and development, and volunteering operations Structured learning combined with on-the-job training
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
A good standard of education in English and Maths
Desirable
Educated to A level
Attitude and Behaviours Essential
-Positive and proactive approach to learning and personal development -Demonstrates reliability and a responsible approach to work and commitments -Adaptable and open to working across different tasks and areas of the People Team -Takes pride in a task and strives to deliver a high standard -Maintains a professional attitude, even when faced with challenges or new situations -A genuine interest in HR and a willingness and commitment to work towards and complete a CIPD Level 3 qualification
Desirable
-Willingness to ask questions, seek feedback, and continuously improve
Experience Essential
-Awareness of the importance of confidentiality and handling information appropriately -An interest in people, learning, and supporting others -Good organisational skills and attention to detail -Ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing -Ability to interact respectfully and positively with a range of people -Ability to learn new skills and develop in a work environment -Ability to work both independently and as part of a team, with guidance where appropriate -Flexibility to gain experience across different areas of the People Team
Desirable
-Any experience of working with others (e.g. school, college, volunteering,) -Demonstrates an interest in developing a career in HR -Basic IT skills (e.g. Outlook, Word, Excel)
Employer details Employer name St Catherine’s Hospice
Address St. Catherines Hospice
Grace Holland Avenue
Pease Pottage
West Sussex
RH11 9SL
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.stch.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)