Role Summary
This is an exciting apprenticeship opportunity within our social media team based in our Head Office in Sunderland. We are looking for a driven individual who has a strong interest in social media marketing and can attract and interact with target audiences by creating engaging content across various channels. The Social Media Assistant will seek out new ideas and social media avenues in order to drive forward the overall social media strategy. In this varied role, the individual will have initiative, great attention to detail and accuracy, and will provide a high standard of support within the social media team. The individual will be open to learning about the travel industry in order to effectively deliver social media marketing campaigns.
Key Responsibilities
Work closely with team members to plan and execute the social media content calendar in line with the overarching business focusses, considering the target market, product highlights and post aesthetics
Create, edit and publish content that encourages engagement via Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and other social channels for various business areas including holidays, recruitment and B2B channels
Build and manage large volumes of paid social media advertising accurately and effectively in line with the overall budget
Work alongside various departments including creative, commercial, product and offline marketing to support with any partnership marketing activity from planning stage to sign off
Monitor, interact and respond to users publicly and privately across all social channels, working with relevant business areas to service customer queries appropriately
Optimize and audit social media accounts for various business divisions to increase the overall social presence and engagement
Help, support and coach all business divisions with day-to-day social media queries via phone and email
Monitor competitor activity and provide updates on key social media trends
Assist in achieving an overall consistent digital strategy
Training:Our in-house experienced learning and development coaches are on hand to give you expert advice, one-to-one support and award-winning training throughout your apprenticeship. Many of our team leaders and managers started their careers as apprentices - so there’ll always be someone there to offer you help and guidance on the job.
You will work towards a Level 2 Customer Service Apprenticeship
Training Outcome:
We pride ourselves on our training and progression opportunities and many of our current managers started with us as an apprentice
Employer Description:Our head office is home to over 500 employees and is the hub of our activity.Working Hours :Days and shifts are to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,Passion for Travel industry....Read more...
Join Our Growing Team!Are you an organised and motivated individual with a knack for numbers and a passion for problem-solving? This is your chance to join a rapidly expanding technology business specialising in innovative solutions for the Retail and Hospitality industries.As an Accounts Assistant, you'll be a vital member of our Finance team, helping to produce key financial information that supports senior management in driving the growth of our business. This role is an opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced environment, working with a collaborative team while contributing to the success of a dynamic and forward-thinking company.Full training and support will be provided to the successful candidate where required around specific solutions, but it is expected the candidate to have prior bookkeeping experience.Key Duties & Responsibilities:
Automated and ad-hoc customer invoicingCredit controlProcessing receipts, invoices and expensesDealing with email and telephone enquiriesBank and credit card reconciliationsReconciliation of Direct Debits from customersAssisting with monthly payroll productionDealing with suppliers, reconciliation of supplier statements and preparation of weekly payment runsDevelopment of systems and processes to improve the functioning of the departmentSupporting other departments in the business
Key Skills Required:
Demonstrates a desire and aptitude to learn new skillsSelf-motivated and hard-working individualHighly organised and tenacious individualGood attention to detailExperience working with Xero, GoCardless and Eclipse billing system an advantageProven competency with Outlook, Excel & WordExperience with direct debits set-up and collections is desirableMust be able to work and communicate effectively with both customers, suppliers and other team membersConversant with browser-based CRM Database system (Vtiger.com) or similarWilling to carry out general office duties to include being involved in the tea and coffee rota (Directors are also included in this)
Salary & Benefits:The successful candidate will be rewarded with the following salary and benefits:
£25,000-£30,000 annual salary, although negotiable based on experience23 days' annual leave (plus bank holidays)Birthday off work (If it falls on a weekend the nearest Monday or Friday off)Remote Access tools for working from home (if applicable)Company Laptop (if required)Group Stakeholder pension following initial three monthsWPA Cash Benefit Scheme following successful probation
About UsBlue Scorpion / EIT specialise in:
Pick, Pack and Despatch for payment solutionsNetwork Security & ComplianceWiFi InfrastructureInstallation of Digital SignageCabling and Infrastructure (Category 5,6,7 and Fibre)Rollouts of EPOS and Payment SolutionsNew Store Openings for High Street brands
All applicants must be eligible to live and work in the UK, and due to the nature of our business have a clean driving licence and credit/criminal history. Blue Scorpion Limited and EIT Limited are an equal opportunities employer.No Agencies Pls!....Read more...
Do you have a passion for finance and a drive to kickstart your career in the finance world? The Caroola Group is excited to be expanding the teams within The Caroola Apprenticeship Academy and is seeking enthusiastic and talented individuals to join our team as a credit control apprentice.
As a Credit Control Apprentice, you will embark on an exciting and rewarding journey that combines practical on-the-job training with academic learning.
This position offers a structured pathway to success. In your first year, you will undergo comprehensive training whilst working towards achieving the AAT Level 2 Apprenticeship qualification through our apprenticeship provider Paragon.
Paragon Skills is an award-winning national apprenticeship provider and are rated the number one provider at the “Rate my Apprenticeship” top 50 providers. This is voted solely by apprentices.
Guided by experienced professionals, you will gain invaluable practical experience and theoretical knowledge. Upon successful completion of exams and courses, you will confidently transition into an accounting position. This transformative journey will equip you with the skills and expertise to thrive in the accounting world, setting the foundations for a prosperous and fulfilling career.
As a credit control apprentice, you will be responsible for providing administration support within the Billing and Credit Control teams
Responsibilities:
Daily allocation of customer payments which are made direct into our bank account to invoices within our CRM. Ensuring these are done in an accurate and timely manner
Support the team with the management of the billing mailbox and deal with queries within the agreed SLA of 24hrs
Support the team in ensuring client records are correct and all billing is accurate
Raise credit notes as requested from around the business, ensuring the correct reasons and nominals are reflected.
Work closely with the credit control team to chase clients for overdue invoices
Support the business with getting customers to move to our preferred collection method of Direct Debit
To work on Ad hoc tasks as and when the business requires
Skills and Experience Required:
Ability to communicate clearly
Ability to work as part of a team
Ability to be innovative and use own initiative
Have a good level of computer and keyboard skills. Experience of using all Microsoft applications, particularly Excel
What we offer you:
Opportunities for career progression within Caroola Group
Consistent financial reward upon successful completion of apprenticeship courses and exams
Comprehensive training and mentorship from industry experts
Access to the Caroola Hub of Benefits including Discounts at Restaurants, Hospitality, Travel, Gym Memberships etc.,
Holiday Entitlement: 25 days plus Bank Holidays
Study support - Progress your career in your chosen field without worrying about finding the time, the right guidance or the money to do it
Wellbeing: Caroola supports the mental health of its people. Take advantage of our mindfulness resources including our dedicated team of qualified Mental Health First Aiders
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Start-dates for apprenticeships are flexible to accommodate successful candidates’ preferences.
Don’t miss out on this fantastic opportunity to launch your career with The Caroola Academy. Apply now and take the first step towards a bright future.
Start Dates for the apprenticeships will be February 2025.Training:Paragon Skills is a leading national Apprenticeship training provider, supporting over 4,000 learners and 1,500 organisations. Paragon Skills has some of the highest success and achievement rates in the industry.
It has an Ofsted Grade 2 Good rating and an overall achievement rate of 71.4%, exceeding the national average of 65.6%. Using a blended approach, learners are always at the forefront of our priorities. All learners are assigned a Personal Tutor who will be their main point of contact.
This involves regular catchups, check-in emails and calls. Your employer will agree to give you 20% of your working hours solely towards your study.
This will give you every chance to achieve the highest grade possible! On completion of this 12-month apprenticeship you will have gained; Accounts Assistant Level 2 Apprenticeship.Training Outcome:Possibility of a full-time role after the completion of the apprenticeship.Employer Description:Caroola is the perfect partner for those who are hustling to build their own empire. We offer accountancy, payroll, and tax services for the nation's contractors, freelancers, sole traders and small businesses.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, working hours TBCSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,IT skills....Read more...
