Vacancy Type
Volunteer
Hours per week
TBC
Location
London
About Us
Central YMCA is the world's first YMCA and a national charity with a proud heritage of creating opportunities for people to thrive. Today, we are dedicated to transforming lives through education, skills and employability, helping young people and adults gain the confidence, qualifications and experience they need to build brighter futures.
As an independent training provider, we deliver high-quality study programmes, apprenticeships and vocational training in partnership with employers, equipping learners with the skills and knowledge to succeed in work while supporting employers to develop a skilled workforce.
Everything we do is driven by our charitable purpose. We work to break down barriers to learning, raise aspirations and create opportunities for individuals, while delivering high-quality, sustainable programmes that make a lasting difference to learners, employers and the communities we serve.
About You
If you are interested in building a career in Human Resources and would like to gain valuable hands-on experience within a supportive and professional HR environment, we would love to hear from you.
To apply for this volunteer placement, please download the job profile document below for more information about the role, and
Your current CV.
A cover letter explaining:
Why you would like to be considered for this volunteer placement.
What interests you about a career in Human Resources.
How this opportunity will support your future career aspirations.
Your availability, including the days of the week and times you are able to commit to volunteering.
About the Role
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Are you looking to start a career in Human Resources but need practical experience to get your foot in the door? Central YMCA is offering a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring HR professional to gain hands-on experience within a supportive and experienced HR team.
As a Volunteer HR Administrator, you will support a variety of HR activities across the employee lifecycle. You'll receive structured training, mentoring, and coaching from HR professionals while developing valuable workplace skills and experience.
What we're looking for
A genuine interest in a career in HR, People Services, or Business Administration.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Good communication and numeracy skills.
Confidence using Microsoft Office applications.
A proactive attitude and willingness to learn.
Commitment to professionalism and confidentiality.
What you'll gain
Practical HR experience across the full employee lifecycle.
Exposure to recruitment, onboarding, HR systems, and payroll processes.
Coaching and mentoring from experienced HR professionals.
Enhanced employability and workplace confidence.
A professional reference upon successful completion of the placement.
We look forward to receiving your application and learning more about your aspirations. We wish you every success in taking the next step towards your career in Human Resources.
