HR Recruitment Apprentice in Liverpool

We’re seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our HR team as HR Recruitment Apprentice. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about all aspects of the recruitment process while providing administrative support to the Recruitment Manager, Recruitment Assistant and wider HR Team. You’ll be the first point of contact for a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders, consistently acting as a positive ambassador for the College Group.

Salary: £22,283 per year

Job Type: 21 Months Fixed Term contract, 35 hours per week

Location: Arts Centre on Myrtle Street, Liverpool

Department: Human Resources

Application Deadline: 15 February 2026

Responsibilities:

• Providing administrative support in all stages of the recruitment journey (advertising, shortlisting, interviewing and appointment).
• Inputting data into HR systems and maintaining databases and trackers as appropriate.
• Assist with candidate sourcing and screening as required.
• Scheduling and coordinating interviews, liaising with candidates, hiring managers and other stakeholders.
• Processing all new starter checks.
• Acting as first point of contact for bank staff requests.
• Raising requisitions and undertaking routine finance duties.
• Producing reports as required.
• Supporting the administration of onboarding new staff from offer to induction and throughout probationary period, liaising with the wider HR team.
• Ensuring the accuracy and confidentiality of information held within the office and compliance with data protection protocols and relevant policies as appropriate.
• Undertaking other administrative HR related duties as required.

Professional Practice and Values:

• To contribute fully to the mission and values statement of the College Group ensuring its effective implementation in all aspects of college life.
• To take proactive responsibility for Health & Safety to ensure that a safe working environment and safe working practices are always maintained.
• To comply with the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR).
• To support cross college activities as required in particular the key enrolment and invigilation periods.
• Carry out any other relevant and appropriate duties as determined by the needs of the service and as appropriate to the grade and area of work.

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise:

Essential Criteria:

• GCSE in English and Maths or relevant experience.
• Excellent communication skills, relationship management and influencing skills, ability to work well as part of a team.
• Computer literacy – ability to use all Microsoft packages and internet-based platforms.
• Ability to work independently to a high standard, taking accountability and ownership for mistakes and a commitment to self-reflection and learning.
• Ability to manage tight deadlines and multiple priorities.
• Innovative and creative with the ability to problem solve.
• Resilient with the ability to cope with pressure and prioritise tasks effectively to meet deadlines.
• Understanding of and commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion as it applies to this role.
• Committed to their own personal development.

Desirable Criteria:

• Experience of working in an office environment.
• Experience of working with multiple stakeholders or as part of a team in a busy, fast-paced environment.
• Fluent speaking in any of the mentioned languages: Arabic, Persian, Kurmanji (Northern Kurdish), Sorani (Central Kurdish), Portuguese, Spanish, Tigrinya, Vietnamese, French.

Please Note: This role may close earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive sufficient applications. Early submission is strongly encouraged.

Benefits:

As a valued member of our College community, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, dedicated wellbeing support, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth and development. Here are some of the benefits available to you:

• Generous holiday allowance: Up to 30 days annual holiday allowance, plus 1 wellbeing day. You’ll also benefit from 5 to 7 days statutory closure and 2 further days closure at Easter.
• Pension Scheme: You'll be part of the Aviva pension scheme, with contributions of up to 10%.
• Employee Benefits Platform: Access to COLC Employee Benefits Platform with discounts on various retailers, Cycle to Work Scheme, cinema and leisure discounts, tech and home appliance discounts, and salary sacrifice options.
• Health and Wellbeing: Access to Health Assured EAP (24/7) and an online wellbeing portal with resources and tools.
• Medicash Scheme: Access to Medicash health plans and free flu vaccinations.
• Life Assurance: Life assurance up to three times annual salary payable in the event of death in service.
• Travel: Interest-free loans to buy annual travel passes with savings on commuting.
• Flexible Working: Flexible working options depending on business need.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for formal and informal development to sharpen skills and advance careers.
• College Benefits: Access to facilities and staff discounts at college salons and restaurant.