People Co-ordinator Administration Apprentice

GI GROUP RECRUITMENT LTD

Chesterfield (S41 8JY)

Closes in 31 days (Thursday 30 April 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 30 March 2026


Summary

Join Gi Group as an Apprentice People Coordinator Administrator and kickstart your HR career! Support recruitment, onboarding, HR systems and admin while learning from experienced professionals. Gain real skills, grow your confidence and earn a recognised qualification.

Wage

£15,600 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Friday, 08:30 - 17:00, with 1 hour for lunch.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Friday 1 May 2026

Duration

1 year 3 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

Onboarding & offboarding – Assist with new starter paperwork, induction arrangements and exit administration to ensure smooth transitions.

HR administration – Maintain accurate employee records, update HR systems and process paperwork in line with policies and GDPR requirements.

Employee enquiries – Respond to routine colleague queries, escalate complex matters to senior team members and provide clear, friendly guidance.

Reporting & data – Assist with basic HR reporting, ensuring data is accurate and presented clearly for stakeholders.

  • Process improvement – Contribute ideas to streamline administrative processes and improve colleague experience.
  • Team collaboration – Work closely with People Team colleagues and operational teams to deliver a positive employee experience.

Where you'll work

The Glass Yard
Sheffield Road
Chesterfield
S41 8JY

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

CHESTERFIELD COLLEGE

Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents
  • Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.
  • Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.
  • Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.
  • Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.
  • Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.
  • Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.
  • Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.
  • Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.

Training schedule

Your apprenticeship will be delivered within your work place by regular sessions with your work based college tutor.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English and maths (grade C / 4 or Level 2 equivalent)

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Organisation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Initiative
  • Pro-active
  • Commitment to learning
  • Confidentiality

Other requirements

What success looks like:

  • Accurate, timely completion of administrative tasks and HR records.
  • Positive feedback from colleagues and hiring managers on onboarding and support activities.
  • Progression through the apprenticeship standard and demonstration of growing capability and independence.
  • Active contribution to improvements that enhance the colleague experience and team efficiency.

About this employer

Gi Group is one of the world’s leading HR and recruitment organisations, providing temporary, permanent and professional staffing, executive search, HR consulting, training and workforce solutions. With a strong UK presence and over 600 employees across 87+ branches, Gi Group supports thousands of employers and jobseekers every year, placing a person every 90 seconds. The organisation operates in more than 30 countries, combining global expertise with local service to deliver high‑quality recruitment and people‑focused support. Their mission is to create value through people, promote meaningful employment, and drive a sustainable, innovative and responsible labour market.

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Disability Confident

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

On successful completion of the Business Administration apprenticeship, you may be considered for full‑time permanent employment within the team. For those who demonstrate strong performance and a passion for developing their HR career, progression to a Level 3 HR Support (CIPD) apprenticeship may also be offered, providing a structured pathway into the HR profession.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

CHESTERFIELD COLLEGE

Alyce Hunt

hunta@chesterfield.ac.uk

01246500681

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000024006.

Apply now

Closes in 31 days (Thursday 30 April 2026 at 11:59pm)