Level 3 HR Support Apprenticeship

Entry Requirement

You’ll need to have at least one of the below:

  • Applicants must hold 5 GCSEs A-C including Maths and English or equivalent (reformed GCSEs grade 4 or above)
  • HR/Admin experience desirable but not essential
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Level 3 HR Support Apprenticeship

Our Level 3 HR Support Apprenticeship is designed to enhance individual learning and growth through a combination of study and on the job learning. In this scheme, you will develop a better understanding of Network Rail’s processes, priorities and challenges whilst forming close working relationships with HR Professionals across the organisation.

An exciting career matters.

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Level 3 HR Support Apprenticeship

Applications for our 2025 Apprenticeships have now closed. You can register your interest to be notified when applications open for this programme in 2026.

Salary: £21,477

Start date: September 2026

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What you’ll be doing

You will join the Human Resources team who will encourage you to grow and develop. You’ll learn how to work alone and to thrive in high pressured environments.

As a Level 3 HR Apprentice, you’ll gain hands on experience across core HR processes and policies, developing a solid grounding in people practices. You’ll play an active role in supporting the wider HR team, contributing to real projects while building the skills needed for a successful career in HR.

Along with learning on the job, you will also attend part-time courses, providing you with a varied knowledge of corporate responsibility, safety, and sustainability. Having this qualification under your belt will position you as a fully effective skilled professional with career options.

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Who you are matters

We’re looking for enthusiastic individuals who are logical thinkers with an organised mindset. You should enjoy collaborating with other team members and be confident in communicating with people of all levels. Some other qualities we’re looking for are:

  • Self-motivated with a good work ethic
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Positive team player
  • Passionate and eager to contribute your thoughts, create fresh ideas, and challenge yourself.
  • Able to connect with others easily and build strong relationships.

You’ll need to have at least one of the below:

  • Applicants must hold 5 GCSEs A-C including Maths and English or equivalent (reformed GCSEs grade 4 or above)
  • HR/Admin experience desirable but not essential
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What you’ll get out of it

You will complete an appropriate qualification (as considered most relevant by the employer), within which you will be able to focus on your chosen HR Specialism from the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development.

We want all our people to feel empowered to succeed. So, we provide solid training and development opportunities to enhance your knowledge, increase your confidence, and enable you to achieve your career ambitions. And, as we continue to grow and become more technologically advanced, we’ll also make sure you’ve all the skills you need to meet the exciting challenges that lie ahead.

We support our apprentices every step of the way, empowering them to grow, excel, and become an essential part of the rail industry. We encourage hard work, innovation, and continuous improvement, inspiring them to embrace the opportunities and challenges of this dynamic field.

The opportunities it leads to

This fantastic scheme will provide you with a thorough understanding of the Human Resource Practice and when you complete it, there are opportunities for career progression into many aspects of the HR team. With Network Rail, you will have the structure and support to continually develop and grow.

We matter to millions. You could too.

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