HR Development Programme

Job Description

At Wincanton, we believe in the power of people. Our programme is designed to not only equip you with essential HR knowledge, but also to nurture your leadership potential, your communication skills, and your drive to innovate. From day one, you’ll play a vital role in supporting colleagues, solving challenges, and helping shape our inclusive workplace culture. Apply now and start building a career that helps others do their best work—because the future of HR needs passionate changemakers like you.

In our program, you will experience structured placements giving you the opportunity to gain experience across different teams and develop a broad range of skills to support your learning.

The Programme

Your journey starts with Level 3—and grows with you.

Wincanton’s HR Apprenticeship Programme begins with the CIPD Level 3 HR Support Apprenticeship, where you’ll build a strong foundation in people practice. Through modules like Business Culture, HR Analytics, and Change in Context, you’ll gain practical skills in employee relations, recruitment, and policy development—all while applying your learning directly to workplace projects. With expert coaching and access to high-quality resources, you’ll develop the confidence to handle real HR challenges from day one.

Progress to Level 5 and become a strategic HR professional.

Once you’ve completed Level 3, you’ll be ready to advance to the CIPD Level 5 People Professional Apprenticeship—a pathway designed to deepen your expertise and prepare you for more senior roles. This next stage focuses on strategic HR planning, organisational development, and specialist areas like talent management and employee experience. You’ll explore how to align HR initiatives with business goals, lead change, and influence culture across the organisation. It’s a progression that transforms you from a capable HR support practitioner into a confident, forward-thinking people professional.

What You Will Need

• As a minimum, we require you to have 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grade 4 or above including Maths and English Language and 2 A-levels / T-levels grades A-C
• Right to work in the UK and resident in the UK, EEA, or British Overseas Territories for at least the previous three years before the apprenticeship's start date.
• Flexible approach to location (you will be expected to move around the UK for different placements).
• The drive and desire to succeed in an exciting environment
  
  

At Wincanton, we’re committed to creating an inclusive apprenticeship experience where everyone can thrive. We're looking for individuals who bring a spirit of enthusiasm and a genuine interest in developing their skills. If you enjoy collaborating with others, solving problems, staying organised, and communicating effectively—we want to hear from you. Whether you're just beginning your career journey or switching paths, we value your motivation and passion for learning. Our HR Apprenticeship Programme is designed to support people from all backgrounds who are ready to take on meaningful work, contribute to a team, and grow in a supportive environment. Diversity of thought, experience, and perspective makes us stronger—and we’re excited to see what you’ll bring to the table.

Our Culture & Benefits

In addition to generous remuneration, we really value our people and offer a friendly, safety-first working environment, along with other benefits including company pension scheme, generous holidays, cycle to work scheme, employee benefits include, online discount platform, onsite parking and much more.

Our people are at the core of our business and what makes Wincanton great. That’s why we also provide significant opportunities for career development and progression, as well as training enrichment and multi-skilling, in a dynamic working environment.

Be a part of our values; We’re Thoughtful, We’re Aiming High and We’re Prepared.

Our Commitment

We are committed to providing equality of opportunity for all employees. We strive for an environment where all colleagues feel included, supported and valued, whilst feeling they can be their whole selves within our workplaces. We are proud that our colleagues represent us and our successes and we welcome your application.

Find out more: Wincanton champions a diverse workforce

If you are not yet convinced and want to find out more email [email protected]

Application closing date is 25 th July and our online assessment centre will be on Tuesday 12 th August.

Good luck!