HR

Our HR qualifications are aimed at colleagues in HR generalist roles. We have two options;

This Level 3 HR Support qualification is a 27-month programme, which provides the opportunity to gain the knowledge and experiences required to provide front line support to managers and colleagues on a day to day basis. This will include for providing advice to managers on a wide range of HR issues using company policy and current law, giving guidance that is compliant and where errors could expose the organisation to employment tribunals or legal risk.

The Level 5 HR Partner/Professional qualification is a 27-month programme suitable for HR colleagues who are responsible for supporting the business to deliver its strategic objectives through the development of a people plan, and making recommendations on what the business can or should do in specific situations.

 

Internal contact details

Hayley White
[email protected]

External contact details

Total People - HR Apprenticeships
https://www.totalpeople.co.uk/sectors/human-resources/
HR support / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education
https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/st0239-v1-1
People professional / Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education
https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/st0238-v1-3
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What you need to know

Our HR qualifications consist of a 24-month programme of learning, followed by a 3-month End Point Assessment, to meet either the Level 3 HR Support Apprenticeship Standard or the Level 5 People Professional Apprenticeship Standard (equivalent to a foundation degree).

To be eligible for the programme you will need to:

  • In a role that enables you to meet the Knowledge, Skills and Behaviour objectives of the programme
  • Have been employed by Greencore for a minimum of 6 months at the start of the programme, and successfully passed your probationary period
  • Have previously achieved a Level 2 English and maths qualification (equivalent to GCSE grade C or 4)
  • Have been consistently rated as ‘Doing A Good Job’ or ‘Outstanding’ in the last three Grow with Greencore check-ins
  • Not on a fixed term contract or time limited visa that is due to end before the planned end date of the programme
  • Spend at least 50% of working hours in England

These qualifications are aimed at colleagues already working in HR role.

You’ll need to be working in a role that will enable you to undertake and practice the skills, knowledge and behaviours required either as your current role or as step-up responsibilities.

These will include managing HR responsibilities, including legislation and policy, HR information, recruitment, people development.

To be eligible for the Level 5 qualification, you will be responsible for implementing and leading on people strategies and decision making for the business.

Please note, applications will be reviewed against your current role profile, before being reviewed by our HR Leadership Team, and therefore, you may be offered a place on an alternative programme.

Ideally, you will have achieved a GCSE grade 4/C or higher in maths and/or English (or equivalent). As part of your application, you will be assessed to understand your current working level of maths and English, and will have the opportunity to complete these qualifications in alongside this qualification.

It’s important you let us know about previous achievements and qualifications at the application stage, so that we ensure that you are eligible for the programme.

More Information

  • All about our partners

    Total People are one of the largest providers of apprenticeships and work-based learning in the North West of England.

    They are part of LTE Group, one of the largest social enterprises in the UK, and  all our profit is re-invested to help those we work with.

  • How is the course delivered?

    This qualification will be delivered virtually, through a combination of e-learning, webinars, online live workshops, tutorials and guided study.

    At the end of the course, you will undertake an End Point Assessment (EPA). This will include a combination of assessment methods to validate your learning, including a portfolio of work-based activities, in addition to a formal assessment of your knowledge through a test, a project and structured interview or professional discussion.

  • What will I learn?

    Over the duration of the programme you the following subject areas will be covered:

    HR Support

    • Business understanding
    • HR Legislation and policy
    • The role and function of the HR function
    • HR Systems and processes
    • Process improvement
    • Managing HR information

    HR Partner/Professional

    • Implement people strategies and equality objectives for the business.
    • Address people issues within your area of work, managing risks and creating innovative solutions.
    • Develop and implement annual people plans and projects. Align to business and people strategies ensuring equity, diversity, and inclusion.
    • Maintain up to date people policies, ensuring developments in people practice are embedded.
    • Make and present evidence-based decisions for people solutions, drawing on and carrying out relevant research and utilising benchmarking data.
    • Contribute to workforce design and succession planning, identifying future trends and issues across the organisation.

    Each module will be delivered through online study.

  • How will I be assessed?

    Throughout the programme you will complete assignments and tasks relating to each study module.

    You will also be required to complete a work-based evidence portfolio to demonstrates your competence against the skills required, and tracks your learning hours.

    The End Point Assessment will include:

    HR Support

    • A workplace project
    • Professional discussion

    HR Partner/People Professional

    • Presentation with questions
    • A professional discussion
    • Integrated assessment – assignment
  • Where will training take place?

    Knowledge study will take place virtually.

    Off the job time will be taken through a combination of activities, including study blocks, online learning and practical activities in the workplace. The total off the job time required for the HR Support qualification is 326 hours, and 487 hours for the People Professional Qualification.

  • When will the qualification start?

    Enrolments will take place within three months of your application being approved.

    Enrolments will be assigned based on site/functional business needs and capacity on each cohort.

  • What does the application process look like?

    Once you’ve applied, your eligibility for the programme will be assessed based on your application form. You’ll then be invited to attend a Spotlight Session to find out more about the qualification, and give you the opportunity to ask questions.

    We’ll then confirm your application with your Line Manager, and to check that your role meets the requirements of the learning objectives of the qualification.

    We’ll then ask the HR Leadership teamsto review all applicants as a function, to ensure that they are supportive of the application, and have the resources and capacity to ensure success on the programme.

    If approved, details of next steps and enrolment details will be sent to you.

    Please note, the application process can typically take 4-6 weeks to find out whether you have been successful.

  • When will I find out if I’ve been successful?

    The application process can typically take 4-6 weeks, from the date the application window closes to find out whether you have been successful.

Where to find out more

Before applying for a Greencore Qualification, you should speak to your Line Manager at your GWG check-in about how this programme will support your development plan.

You’ll find out more about Greencore Qualifications in the guide which can be found on LMF and at Qualifications.Greencore.com

Our Training Partners will hold ‘Spotlight Sessions’ to provide full information on the programme, to help you understand more about the programme, and provide you the opportunity to ask any further questions.

If you have any further questions, please email [email protected].