Modern Apprentice - Human Resources
- Location:
- Scottish Borders Council HQ, Main Building, Council Headquarters, Newtown St Boswells, Melrose, TD6 0SA
- Salary:
- £23,834.47 per year pro rata
- Contract Type:
- Apprenticeship
- Position Type:
- Full Time
- Hours:
- 35 hours per week
- Work From Home:
- Hybrid
Job Details
Grade: Modern Apprentice
Hours: 35
Hourly Rate: £13.06 SLGLW
Salary: £23834.47
Contract Duration: Temporary until 4th January 2028
Please note, interviews will be held week commencing Monday 24th November 2025.
Role Purpose
Are you ready to kick-start your career in Human Resources and make a real difference across the Scottish Borders Council? We’re offering a fantastic Modern Apprenticeship opportunity for a motivated individual to join our HR Case Management Team.
This is a unique chance to be part of a dedicated 2-year project focused on improving attendance across the Council. You’ll gain hands-on experience, develop key HR skills, and work alongside experienced professionals who will support your growth every step of the way.
Role Purpose
As part of the apprenticeship you will be required to engage with a training provider to obtain the desired qualification in Business Administration and have regular meetings with the supervisor and/or assessor.
What you’ll be doing -
Support managers in applying our Attendance Management Policy, helping to reduce absences and promote wellbeing.
Assist in analysing absence data and identifying trends and potential solutions.
Contribute to providing HR support and guidance to managers.
Gain experience in HR casework, including:
- Investigations
- Disciplinary and grievance procedures
-Capability and conduct matters
What you’ll learn -
Practical HR skills and knowledge aligned to a nationally recognised qualification in Business and Administration. This will be via on the job and formal training sessions to establish knowledge and understanding.
Confidence in handling sensitive and complex employee relations issues.
Communication, coaching, and advisory skills in a professional setting.
What we’re looking for -
A genuine interest in HR and supporting people.
Strong communication and organisational skills.
Willingness to learn and contribute to a busy, supportive team.
Commitment to completing the apprenticeship programme.
Essential
In accordance with Government Guidelines, you will need to be aged 16-24 (at the point of starting the scheme) to qualify for this position
National 4 or 5 in English and Maths.
Core skills required for the Modern Apprenticeship Framework.
Any other qualifications relevant to the post.
Informal Enquiries
Informal enquiries may be made to Erin Rafferty at erin.rafferty@scotborders.gov.uk or Kirsten Smail at KSmail@scotborders.gov.uk
Scottish Borders Council is committed to improving the diversity of its workforce to better reflect the communities we serve. We welcome applications from all minority groups and individuals who identify with one or more of the protected characteristics as defined by the Equality Act 2010. In particular from candidates who assess themselves as having a disability, under the Disability Confident Employer scheme this guarantees an interview to those individuals who meet the essential criteria of the post. All appointments will be made on merit.