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Join Airbus as a Human Resources Degree Apprentice in Filton, Bristol. This full-time, entry-level apprenticeship lasts 4 years and 3 months and offers a salary of £23,153 per year with a 35-hour work week and half-day Fridays. Gain comprehensive industry experience across multiple HR functions while studying for a CIPD Level 5 qualification.

Requirements

  • Minimum of three A Levels at grade B or above, including Business Studies and two subjects such as IT, Economics, English Language, Maths, or Welsh Baccalaureate; OR a Business BTEC Extended Diploma (18 Units) at DDM grade.
  • Minimum GCSE Grade 4/C in English Language and Maths or Numeracy, or equivalent qualifications.
  • Computer literacy, ideally with Google Suite or similar tools.
  • Strong organizational, communication, and listening skills with self-motivation.
  • Current legal authorisation to work in the UK for the full duration of the programme.

Skills & Responsibilities

  • Communication and active listening: Support HR business partners in managing employee resources and performance.
  • Digital literacy and problem-solving: Collaborate with digital transformation teams to develop and improve HR tools and processes.
  • Organization and planning: Assist with recruitment campaigns to bring in future Airbus employees.
  • Collaboration and adaptability: Work with culture change and engagement teams to improve the working environment.
  • Potential transition routes: People from administrative, customer service, or retail roles may bring transferable organizational and communication skills, alongside meeting the required academic prerequisites for this apprenticeship.

Job description

Job Description:

Start date: September 2027

Location: Filton, Bristol

Duration: 4 years, 3 months

University: Weston College (degree accredited by the University of the West of England)

Degree: CIPD Level 5 Intermediate Certificate in Human Resource Management and CIPD Level 5 Intermediate Diploma in Human Resource Management

Application closing date: Applications will be open until 26 October 2026 . After this date, the advert will close once sufficient applications are received. Early submission is recommended.

We love your interest in joining Airbus! There is no limit on the number of positions you can apply for. However, please be aware that you can only progress in the selection process for one position at a time . We recommend reviewing all available opportunities and applying to those that best match your experience and aspirations.

Benefits:

Salary: £23,153

35 hours per week // Half day Fridays! // 25 days holiday plus bank holidays // Pension // Success share // Plus many more flexible benefits!

About us!

Our HR Apprentice will get the unique opportunity to work across all HR functions and a variety of teams, with 3 whole years of invaluable industry experience. This HR apprenticeship will enable you to gain broad exposure to our daily HR operations, business and support functions. You’ll gain both academic knowledge and on-the-job training at our site in Filton (Bristol), whilst earning a full-time salary and paying ZERO fees to do so.. You will work within the following teams:

  • Employee relations;
  • Human Resource Business Partners;
  • Digital change and transformation;
  • Culture change;
  • Recruitment;
  • Early careers teams;
  • Compensation and benefits;
  • Employee engagement and communications;
  • And more.

This exciting three year apprenticeship offers you a CIPD Level 5 Intermediate Certificate in Human Resource Management and CIPD Level 5 Intermediate Diploma in Human Resource Management which is delivered by Weston College.

What will you be doing?

As a HR Apprentice you will be involved in a variety of day-to-day HR tasks, as well as HR projects, which could include the following:

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Airbus

Human Resources Degree Apprenticeship

Filton, Bristol
On-site
£23,153 per year
Supporting our HR business partners in management of employee resource and performance;
  • Working with our digital transformation teams to develop new and improve existing tools to enable efficient HR and people processes;
  • Helping our recruitment campaigns and enabling successful recruitment of future Airbus employees;
  • Assisting our culture change and engagement teams to understand the working environment and grow positive improvements.
  • You also have the opportunity to pick your own placements that are not within your immediate area of study, such as Finance, Health & Safety and many more.

    Requirements:

    In order to be eligible for this Apprenticeship, you must have a minimum of:

    • Three A Levels at grade B or above with one being in Business Studies and a further two subjects such as IT, Economics, English Language, Maths or Welsh Baccalaureate;

    Or

    • A Business BTEC Extended Diploma (18 Units) DDM grade can be accepted as an alternative to the three A Levels;

    Or

    • Equivalent qualifications subject to validation;

    AND

    • Minimum GCSE Grade 4/C in English Language and Maths or Numeracy , or equivalent qualifications.

    Successful candidates will be able to demonstrate the following:

    • Computer literate and ideally have experience with Google Suite or similar;
    • Self motivated and keen to develop themselves;
    • Good listeners and communicators;
    • Happy to enroll in a variety of tasks;
    • Able to organize and manage priorities.
    • Submit your CV stating your grades and if they are predicted or achieved;
    • Submit a Cover Letter highlighting your passion and suitability for this apprenticeship.

    BOOST YOUR APPLICATION:

    We want to get to know you-not just your grades or school background so, tell us on your cover letter:

    • Why Airbus and this apprenticeship?
      What is it about Airbus that makes you excited to start a career with us? What is it about our company, our values, or the future of aerospace that excites you? We want to hear about what motivates you to pursue this unique path and how you see yourself growing with us.

    • What skills and experience do you bring?
      Think about projects, hobbies, or academic subjects that have given you practical experience. This could include personal projects, academic work and extracurricular activities.

    Important Information:

    GRADES: If you are on predicted grades, your offer will be conditional to achieving the position’s requirements before the apprenticeship start date.

    SECURITY CLEARANCE: You will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check. You may also need to gain UK SC-level Security Clearance or Export Control, depending on the role.

    RIGHT TO WORK IN THE UK: Candidates must have current legal authorisation to work in the United Kingdom for the full duration of the programme. For more information, please check the Government Website .

    LEVY FUNDING: Successful candidates must be eligible for the levy funding.

    Our apprenticeship roles do not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas & Immigration to enable sponsorship of migrant workers.

    AI Guidance: We know you might be thinking about using AI to help you in your application - before you do, please read our guidelines on the use of AI for recruitment at Airbus Use of AI Guidance .

    Contact:

    Please let us know if you need us to make any adjustments to allow you to access and participate fully in the recruitment process. If you wish to discuss this further please contact via email apprentices@airbus.com . Any information disclosed will be treated in the strictest confidence.

    #UK_APP

    This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Company’s success, reputation and sustainable growth.

    Company:
    Airbus Operations Limited

    Employment Type:
    Apprenticeship
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    Experience Level:
    Entry Level

    Job Family:

    By submitting your CV or application you are consenting to Airbus using and storing information about you for monitoring purposes relating to your application or future employment. This information will only be used by Airbus.
    Airbus is committed to achieving workforce diversity and creating an inclusive working environment. We welcome all applications irrespective of social and cultural background, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation or religious belief.

    Airbus is, and always has been, committed to equal opportunities for all. As such, we will never ask for any type of monetary exchange in the frame of a recruitment process. Any impersonation of Airbus to do so should be reported to emsom@airbus.com .

    At Airbus, we support you to work, connect and collaborate more easily and flexibly. Wherever possible, we foster flexible working arrangements to stimulate innovative thinking.

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