HR Systems Administrator Apprentice

This is an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience while working in a professional and supportive HR team. We are looking for a motivated, detail-oriented, and proactive individual who has a genuine interest in technology, particularly in managing and updating online platforms or systems, and resolving technical queries.

Role

Key Responsibilities:

Working closely with the HR Systems Specialist, your tasks will include:

  • Assisting with the maintenance of the iTrent core system and its multiple portals, ensuring all data and documentation are accurate and available for our users.
  • Acting as the first point of contact for iTrent user queries ie setting up and managing user accounts, security permissions and access rights.
  • Creating and updating employee working patterns.
  • Running key HR reports for line managers (to include headcount, sickness absence).
  • Assisting with the testing and launch of iTrent’s multiple modules.
  • Although your primary focus will be HR systems administration you will also undertake general and HR administrative tasks, including:
  • Candidate pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
  • Payroll administration, ensuring new starters, leavers, contract changes are accurately processed.
  • Preparation of employment contracts.
  • Supporting recruitment activities, such as interview invitations and scheduling, preparing conditional offer letters, and placing job advertisements.

Training

  • Support will be offered off site/on site to fulfil the requirements of the apprenticeship scheme. 
  • Comprehensive training and mentorship will be provided in technical portal management allowing you to develop the expertise needed to excel in this role. 
  • Opportunity to gain practical experience in a growing organisation. 
  • Access to company resources, systems, and tools to aid your professional development. 
  • This job description is not exhaustive and is subject to change.

A supportive, collaborative work environment with opportunities for learning and growth. Bonus to be awarded upon completion of the apprenticeship.

Apprenticeship Standard
HR support (level 3)
Training Provider
SOUTH THAMES COLLEGES GROUP
Working Week
Monday to Friday, 8.45am–4.30pm (Mon-Thu) and 8.45 am–4.15pm (Fri).
Expected Duration
1 Year 6 Months
Positions Available
1
Closing Date
Sunday, 3rd August 2025
Start Date
Monday, 15th September 2025

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Organisation skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem solving skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience

Qualifications

  • Maths GCSE or equivalent, grade 4 (Essential)
  • English GCSE or equivalent, grade 4 (Essential)

About the Employer

ORCHARD HILL COLLEGE ACADEMY TRUST
Orchard Hill College and Academy Trust (OHC&AT) is a family of specialist education providers for over 1500 pupils and students from nursery to further education across 14 academies and 8 college centres in London, Surrey, Sussex and Berkshire. Supporting our academies and college, OHC&AT also operate learning support, such as nursing and therapy, and a central business support team which includes HR, finance and IT.
Company
ORCHARD HILL COLLEGE ACADEMY TRUST
Location
Copthall House, Grove Road, Sutton, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£20,000 a year
Posted
Company
ORCHARD HILL COLLEGE ACADEMY TRUST
Location
Copthall House, Grove Road, Sutton, England
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£20,000 a year
Posted