Carry out specified techniques, tests or experiments as directed
Identify simple problems and resolve and recognise when to refer issues to your manager
Maintain accurate records and draft routine documentation related to your duties
Ensure the health, safety and cleanliness of immediate work area, by encouraging staff and students to comply with all basic University/College Health & Safety policies and reporting any issues to your line manager, technical manager, laboratory manager or College Safety Advisor as appropriate
Confirm that all required assessments are in place, approved and up to date
Carry out regular maintenance processes as appropriate and ensuring records are maintained
Report any breaches or non-compliance with health and safety procedures to the Line Manager, Technical Manager, Laboratory Manager or College Safety Advisor
Ensuring waste disposal is carried out correctly for laboratory, recycled and general waste
Adopt a proactive attitude to assisting with and implementing carbon reduction and energy saving measures
Assisting with stock level control and informing Line Manager when replacements are required
Receive and store consumables and chemical reagents correctly and safelyReport any problems with equipment or services to the Line Manager or an appropriate colleagueTreat everyone with dignity and respect, supporting equality and valuing diversityUndertake any other duties reasonably required by the Line Manager or Technical Managers
Training:Engineering Operative Level 2.
Attending the training provider approximately once per week. Training Outcome:On completion of this apprenticeship, you may be able to progress into one of the following roles:
Teaching Technician
Research Technician
Engineering Maintenance Technician
Employer Description:A world top 100 university and part of the prestigious Russell Group, the University of Birmingham makes important things happen. Delivering groundbreaking research and excellent research led teaching.
People are at the heart of what we are and do.
The University of Birmingham is proud to have been a part of the City of Birmingham and the wider region for over 100 years, and we are equally proud to be recognised as a leading global university. We want to attract talented people from across the city and beyond, support them to succeed, and celebrate their success.
We are committed to helping the people who work here to develop through our sector-leading Birmingham Professional programme which provides all professional services staff with development opportunities and the encouragement to reach their full potential. With almost 5,000 professional services jobs in a wide-range of functions in Edgbaston and in our campus in Dubai, there are plenty of opportunities for you to be able to develop your career at the University.
We believe there is no such thing as a typical member of staff and that diversity is a source of strength that underpins the exchange of ideas, innovation, and debate. We warmly welcome people from all backgrounds and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where diversity is at the heart of who and what we are, and how we work.
Supporting our people to achieve a healthy work/life balance is important both to our employees and to the success of the University and, depending on the role, we offer a variety of flexible working arrangements. We therefore welcome discussions on all forms of flexible working. In addition, you will receive a generous package of benefits including 40 days paid holiday a year, one paid day a year for volunteering, occupational sick pay, and a pension scheme. We also have three high quality subsidised day nurseries.
The University is situated in leafy Edgbaston and there are excellent transport links to our beautiful campus, including main bus routes and a train station on site. On campus we have a state-of-the-art sports centre with pool, shops, places to eat and drink, our own art gallery, museum, and botanical gardens.Working Hours :Usually, Monday to Friday 9am - 5pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working....Read more...
Rehability UK is seeking a motivated Level 3 Business Administration Apprentice to join our team. This paid apprenticeship offers an excellent opportunity to develop essential administrative skills within a supportive environment. The successful candidate will assist with day-to-day office tasks, gaining practical experience in business operations and administration. This role is ideal for individuals looking to kick-start their career in office management and administrative support.
People Administration
Process paperwork related to variation of contracts for exiting employees, ensuring compliance with legal and organisational requirements
Prepare and distribute HR-related documents, such as employment contracts variation of contract letters
Produce regular management reports
Support the implementation of systems relating to the function, for example, Sage
Assist in the recruitment process by posting job openings, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and conducting background checks, when instructed
Support the management of the sponsorship license and records related to sponsorship staff
Administer employee benefits platform
Serve as a point of contact for employees regarding HR-related questions, concerns, and requests for assistance
Facilitate communication between employees and the
PeopleFunction, and escalate issues as needed to ensure timely resolution
Promote a positive work environment and organisational culture by fostering employee engagement and morale
Manage queries in the general HR Inbox, escalating to the People and Sponsorship Advisor when required
Support in right to work checks and DBS applications
Submission of Occupational Health referrals
Adding new starters to platforms
Review of routine employee letters, including probation and invitation letters
Fire safety in the office (office risk assessments, regular function checks and recording thereof, nominations for fire warden, logs). PAT testing of office equipment, and ensuring this is done prior to the previous end-date
Office Organisation
Managing use of space by personnel (preventing overcrowding, hot desk bookings). Ensuring any notices are in date (H&S notices, insurance certificates etc).Booking meeting and training rooms when necessary. Keeping the kitchen clean and stocked, where necessary. Organising celebrations in the office, including birthday cards and cakes for staff and registered managers. Managing the archive function for the business
Direct operational support
Answering the telephone when necessary and directing callers to the appropriate person/s. Welcoming guests to the office and supporting their visit with information, guidance and refreshments as appropriate. Planning office induction to new managers and liaising with Heads of Department to facilitate delivery
Administration support
Communicating with staff regarding return of equipment after leaving, etc. Taking and producing minutes for meetings when asked, including, but not limited to, team meetings
Assistance to CEO
Ensuring refreshments are provided and delivered according to the CEO's requirements, for them and for the Chief Operating Officer and Managing Director. Managing communications for the CEO in all formats. Managing the CEO's environment to comply with their requirements. Undertaking such tasks as buying gifts, arranging travel, etc. as required
This apprenticeship provides a valuable pathway into business administration, offering hands-on experience complemented by ongoing training. We welcome applications from motivated individuals eager to develop their careers in office support roles.Job Types: Fixed-term contract, apprenticeship.Training Outcome:This apprenticeship provides a valuable pathway into business administration, offering hands-on experience complemented by ongoing training. We welcome applications from motivated individuals eager to develop their careers in office support roles.Employer Description:Rehability UK is a leading Specialist Healthcare provider for Mental Health, Learning Disability, Autism, Brain Injury Rehab and Children's Services. Working Hours :Full time -Monday to Friday (Hybrid ) 1 day working from home.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Rehability UK is seeking a motivated Level 3 Business Administration Apprentice to join our team. This paid apprenticeship offers an excellent opportunity to develop essential administrative skills within a supportive environment. The successful candidate will assist with day-to-day office tasks, gaining practical experience in business operations and administration. This role is ideal for individuals looking to kick-start their career in office management and administrative support.
People Administration:
Process paperwork related to variation of contracts for exiting employees, ensuring compliance with legal and organisational requirements
Prepare and distribute HR-related documents, such as employment contracts, variation of contract letters
Produce regular management reports
Support the implementation of systems relating to the function, for example Sage
Assist in the recruitment process by posting job openings, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and conducting background checks, when instructed
Support the management of the sponsorship license and records related to sponsorship staff
Administer employee benefits platform
Serve as a point of contact for employees regarding HR-related questions, concerns, and requests for assistance
Facilitate communication between employees and the People Function, and escalate issues as needed to ensure timely resolution
Promote a positive work environment and organisational culture by fostering employee engagement and morale
Manage queries in the general HR Inbox, escalating to the People and Sponsorship Advisor when required
Support in right to work checks and DBS applications
Submission of Occupational Health referrals
Adding new starters to platforms
Review of routine employee letters, including probation and invitation letters
Fire safety in the office (office risk assessments, regular function checks and recording thereof, nominations for fire warden, logs)
PAT testing of office equipment, and ensuring this is done prior to the previous end-date
Office Organisation:
Managing use of space by personnel (preventing overcrowding, hot desk bookings)
Ensuring any notices are in date (H&S notices, insurance certificates etc.)
Booking meeting and training rooms when necessary. Keeping the kitchen clean and stocked where necessary
Organizing celebrations in the office, including birthday cards and cakes for staff, and for registered managers
Managing the archive function for the business
Direct operational support:
Answering the telephone when necessary and directing callers to the appropriate person/s
Welcoming guests to the office and supporting their visit with information, guidance and refreshments as appropriate
Planning office induction to new managers and liaising with Heads of Department to facilitate delivery
Administration support:
Communicating with staff regarding return of equipment after leaving etc.
Taking and producing minutes for meetings when asked, including, but not limited to, team meetings
Assistance to CEO:
Ensuring refreshments are provided and delivered according to the CEO's requirements, for them and for the Chief Operating Officer and Managing Director
Managing communications for CEO in all formats
Managing the CEO's environment to comply with their requirements
Undertaking such tasks as buying gifts, arranging travel, etc. as required
This apprenticeship provides a valuable pathway into business administration, offering hands-on experience complemented by ongoing training.
We welcome applications from motivated individuals eager to develop their career in office support roles.
Job Types: Fixed term contract, Apprenticeship.Training Outcome:
This apprenticeship provides a valuable pathway into business administration, offering hands-on experience complemented by ongoing training
We welcome applications from motivated individuals eager to develop their career in office support roles
Employer Description:Rehability UK is a leading Specialist Healthcare provider for Mental Health, Learning Disability, Autism, Brain Injury Rehab and Children's Services. Working Hours :Full time
Monday to Friday
(Hybrid)
1 day working from homeSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...