People Professional
Business & Leadership apprenticeship
Overview
People Professionals drive the people agenda at a strategic level, supporting organisations to attract, develop and retain talent while ensuring compliance with employment law. This apprenticeship builds advanced HR expertise, including the CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management, equipping apprentices to advise and influence at all levels of a business.
Who is this for
The People Professional apprenticeship suits HR Advisors, HR Business Partners and experienced HR Support staff ready to progress into a broader, more strategic advisory role, in organisations of any size or sector.
Benefits for employers
- A more strategic, capable HR function
- Stronger advice and support for managers on complex people issues
- Improved employee relations and workforce planning
- A qualified HR professional with recognised CIPD standing
Benefits for learners
- Gain a nationally recognised Level 5 qualification
- Achieve the CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management
- Become eligible for CIPD Associate Membership
- Develop the expertise to influence at business partner level
Key skills
Throughout the apprenticeship, you will develop your expertise in talent management, reward and specialist employment law, alongside your ability to lead people-related projects. You will also strengthen your:
- Evidence-based decision making
- Workforce planning and organisational development
- Influencing and negotiation skills
- Project management within a people context
End point assessment
- Presentation & Questioning
- Professional Discussion
Professional recognition
This apprenticeship includes the CIPD Level 5 Associate Diploma in People Management and leads to eligibility for CIPD Associate Membership.
Typical job roles
- HR Business Partner
- HR Manager
- Organisation Development Consultant
Career progression
On completion, apprentices are well placed to progress into Head of HR, Head of People and Culture or specialist Organisation Development roles.
What employers say
Workpays are the first provider I’ve worked with that truly feels like an extension of our L&D team.
Workpays care; they care for the learners, and they care for their relationship with us — this is evident at all levels and areas of the business.
Workpays made the recruitment process easy and seamless. The candidates were well-prepared and motivated, thanks to the training and support they received.