Human Resources Trainee

About the role

Human Resources managers in the NHS work to create a safe and positive work environment, support frontline workers, provide pathways to grow capability across the organisation, and positively impact patient services. You will operate at both strategic and operational levels to understand the organisation's complex needs and play a key role in advocating for and promoting the equality, diversity and inclusion agenda to ensure parity of treatment and experience for all staff groups.

Responsibilities

• Managing recruitment
• Implementing new systems such as inductions or staff appraisals
• Implementing health and well‑being strategies
• Workforce planning to support the development of new services
• Advocating for and promoting equality, diversity and inclusion
• Supporting investigation meetings for grievance, disciplinary or conduct issues
• Reviewing sickness absence
• Recruiting vaccinators and administrative staff

Qualifications

HR trainees study for a Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management with the University of Leicester. The programme includes the following modules:

• Employee development and workplace learning
• Managing human resources in a business context
• Implementing improvements in organisational performance
• Managing change and technology at work

Upon graduating, you will become a qualified member of the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD). In addition, you will complete the NHS’ Rosalind Franklin Leadership Development Programme, which is delivered through a blended mix of conference‑style sessions, virtual workshops, and small‑group learning. You will also participate in Action Learning Sets and attend a range of conferences throughout the Scheme, learning from leading experts in health and social care and beyond. Teaching occurs during working hours, with coursework and revision expected in your own time.

Requirements

• Leadership potential