Core Administrative Duties:
Supporting with filing
Data entry and updating business systems
Managing incoming emails, calls, and customer enquiries
Preparing and organising documents, reports or presentations
Scheduling meetings, maintaining calendars and arranging appointments
Assisting with minute‑taking and distributing information
Maintaining accurate records and ensuring information is up to date
Communication & Customer Service
Greeting and assisting visitors
Providing customer support by phone, email or face‑to‑face
Communicating professionally with internal and external stakeholders
Business Processes & Support
Supporting HR, finance, operations or project teams as required
Monitoring stock levels, ordering supplies and maintaining inventories
Upholding GDPR and confidentiality expectations
Following organisational policies and procedures
IT & Systems
Using Microsoft Office and internal CRM/management systems
Inputting, updating, and retrieving information
Producing basic reports using templates or guidance
Please note that this vacancy may close earlier than the stated deadline if a suitable candidate is found.Training:
Business Administrator Level 3
Training Outcome:After completing the Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship, learners can progress into roles such as Business Support Officer, Senior Administrator, Office Coordinator, Customer Service Executive, Project Administrator, HR Administrator, or Finance Assistant, depending on their interests and strengths. With further experience, they can move into more advanced positions like Office Manager, Executive Assistant, Project Support Officer, HR Assistant, or Operations Assistant. Many learners also choose to continue their development through higher‑level qualifications, including Level 4 Project Management, Level 4 Business Analyst, Level 4 HR Support, Level 4 Marketing Executive, or management routes such as the Operations/Departmental Manager apprenticeship. These pathways support long‑term progression into supervisory, specialist, or management roles within a business.Employer Description:Our reputation is built on our commitment to prompt professional, personal service and attention to detail, which is reflected in the services we offer and the time we take to get to know our clientele and how to best service their needs.Working Hours :Monday to Friday
9.00am to 5.00pmSkills: Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Attention to detail,Communication skills,Customer care skills,Enthusiasm,Initiative,IT skills,Logical,Number skills....Read more...
Support the CEO with the day-to-day management and development of CDC Group.
Monitor project budgets, expenditure, income and funding to help ensure projects remain financially on track.
Maintain financial records, process invoices and update budget and expenditure trackers.
Assist with financial forecasting, project costing and preparing management information.
Coordinate projects, monitor deadlines, update project plans and follow up outstanding actions.
Support the management of grants, including monitoring expenditure, outcomes, evidence and reporting deadlines.Assist with funding applications, project budgets and the development of new services.
Manage the CEO’s diary, meetings, appointments and priorities.Prepare reports, correspondence, meeting papers, presentations and other professional documents.
Attend meetings, take minutes and ensure agreed actions are recorded and progressed.
Liaise with staff, Trustees, funders, suppliers, local authorities and partner organisations.
Support procurement by obtaining quotations, comparing costs and helping assess value for money.
Maintain accurate organisational, project and governance records.Help review business processes and develop systems that improve efficiency across CDC Group.
Work across CDC’s Cosy Hub and Community Hub, with travel to activity and project locations when required.
Training Outcome:On successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be opportunities to progress within CDC Group as the organisation continues to grow. Potential career routes include Project Manager, Business Manager, Operations Manager, Finance and Business Officer, Executive Assistant or Programme Manager, with opportunities to progress towards senior management and leadership roles.Employer Description:Community Development Chesterfield (CDC Group) is a registered charity working to empower people, inspire communities and transform lives across Chesterfield and surrounding areas. We deliver youth services, community hubs, food support, holiday programmes, alternative provision and community development projects. We are an ambitious and growing organisation, working with local authorities, schools, funders, businesses and community partners to create sustainable services that respond directly to local need.Working Hours :32 hours per week, typically 9am–4pm Monday–Thursday and 9am–1pm Friday this may adjust to ocasionally (in agreement with the successful applicant) include evenings and weekends.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
This is an opportunity to take ownership of a strategically important quarry with long-term mineral reserves, planned quarry expansion projects and significant future capital investment. Working closely with the Regional Operations team, Mineral Surveyors, Geologists, Engineering and CAPEX Project teams, you'll play a key role in shaping future extraction strategies, optimising mineral reserves and delivering major investment projects that will support the site's long-term growth.
If you're looking for a role where you can genuinely influence the future of an operation, not simply maintain the status quo. This is an excellent opportunity to join a business committed to investing in its people, sites and assets.
What’s in it for you as Quarry Manager
£50,000-£55,000 basic salary
Up to 20% pension contribution
Share Save Scheme
Enhanced annual leave
Life Assurance
Ongoing professional development and career progression
Monday-Friday days
Candidates are encouraged to apply from any mineral extraction background, including Aggregates, Sand & Gravel, Hard Rock, Limestone, Clay, Industrial Minerals, Cement Raw Materials, Asphalt or Recycling.
The Quarry Manager Role
Lead all quarry operations with safety as the number one priority.
Drive operational performance, productivity and cost control.
Work alongside Mineral Surveyors and Geologists to maximise reserves and optimise extraction plans.
Support future quarry development, expansion and CAPEX projects.
Lead and develop operational teams and contractors.
Ensure compliance with Quarries Regulations, SHEQ and environmental legislation.
Deliver continuous improvement initiatives across the operation.
What you need to apply as Quarry Manager
Experience within the mineral extraction industry.
Quarry Manager, Assistant Quarry Manager or Senior Quarry Supervisor background.
8.1c or 8.1d Quarry Manager competency (or equivalent).
Relevant health & safety qualifications such as MPQC, QCF/NVQ, IOSH, NEBOSH or equivalent.
Strong leadership skills with a passion for operational excellence and safety.
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As our Executive Support & Projects Assistant Apprentice, you will work closely with the Chief Executive and Executive Team to help ensure that their work is well organised, coordinated and followed through.
You will gain a unique insight into the leadership and management of a large and growing group of primary schools. No two days will be the same. You might be organising diaries and meetings, preparing documents, updating project plans, checking that actions have beencompleted, producing reports or helping colleagues to keep important Trust information accurate and up to date.
This is more than a traditional administrative role. You will be involved in work that supports the Trust’s strategic priorities and contributes to the education of thousands of children across our schools.
Your responsibilities will include:
Providing day-to-day administrative and organisational support to the Chief Executive and Executive Team
Managing the Chief Executive’s diary and helping to coordinate meetings, school visits and other commitments
Supporting the coordination of Executive Team diaries and forward plans
Scheduling meetings and appointments and helping to resolve routine diary clashes
Preparing agendas, meeting papers, presentations and supporting information
Collating documents and information so that senior colleagues are well prepared for meetings
Taking notes and recording actions from meetings where required
Maintaining project plans, action logs and implementation trackers
Monitoring deadlines and project milestones and following up agreed actions
Helping to maintain the Trust’s Delivery & Impact Framework, which tracks progress against its key priorities
Gathering updates from colleagues and producing progress reports, summaries and RAG-rated information
Supporting the use of Trust information systems and databases
Checking that reports, records and data are complete, accurate and up to date
Producing routine reports and dashboards for the Executive Team
Drafting routine correspondence and communications
Maintaining electronic filing systems, document libraries and standard templates
Helping to organise Executive Team meetings, Trust conferences and other events
Responding to routine enquiries and directing them to the appropriate colleague
Carrying out research and gathering information to support Trust projects and decision-making
Handling confidential and sensitive information professionally
Working positively with colleagues across the Trust and its schools
You will receive support and guidance throughout the apprenticeship and will have dedicated time to complete your training.
The full job description explains that the post combines executive support, project coordination, action tracking, information management and communication.Training:Apprenticeships include dedicated time away from day-to-day duties for specialist training and development.
Training provider: Train Together Ltd
Training course:Business administrator (level 3)
What you’ll learn:
The 15-month programme will help you develop the knowledge, skills and professional behaviours needed to work effectively in a wide range of business and administrative roles.
Your training will cover areas including:
The business environment and how organisations operate
Professional development and managing your own performance
Effective written and verbal communication
Business principles and administrative processes
Legislation, regulation and confidentiality
Project management
Information and communication technology
Change management
Document production and records management
Quality and process improvement
Training is delivered through a combination of live online sessions, face-to-face learning and online content. You will also have regular support from the training provider and colleagueswithin the Trust. During the final stage of the apprenticeship, you will prepare for an end-point assessment consisting of a multiple-choice test, a presentation and a professional discussion.
Your contracted hours include dedicated time to complete apprenticeship learning, training activities and assessment preparation.Training Outcome:We hope that successful completion of the apprenticeship will lead to a permanent role within Chester Diocesan Academies Trust, subject to organisational requirements and the availability of a suitable vacancy.
The knowledge and experience gained could support progression into roles such as:
Executive Assistant
Business Support Officer
Project Support Officer
Administration Officer
Operations Coordinator
Office Manager
Governance or education administration roles
You may also choose to progress to a higher-level apprenticeship or further study in business, management, leadership or project management.Employer Description:CDAT is a multi academy trust established to support primary schools. There are presently 33 schools within the trust. The services provided to schools include legal, human resources, estates, health and safety, and data protection. We also have a school improvement team and a finance team.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, typically 8.30am to 3.30pm, with a 30-minute lunch break. Weekly hours include dedicated time for apprenticeship study and development.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Discretion,Ability to manage competing pr,Professionalism....Read more...
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a self-motivated individual who would like to join a progressing company. This role is based within an established QA / HSE department, therefore, a strong team player attitude is essential.
Duties and responsibilities:
Shall be fully committed to the achievement of the company policies and objectives with attention to quality, health and safety, environmental and energy management systems
QHSE Calibration - assist the QHSE Engineer in ensuring measuring equipment is maintained and calibrated c/w identification of calibration status and maintain records for verification
QHSE Documentation - in conjunction with the QA / HSE Manager, shall review all in-house QHSE procedures to ensure they continue to meet company objectives
Shall assist in documentation requirements of the quality system, e.g., preparation of quality plans, MDB indexes, NDT procedures and working procedures (initially mainly non-project), etc
Shall be responsible for revising QA / HSE documentation in line with client comments and by liaising with the QA / HSE Manager and/or the HSE Manager
Shall assist with preparation of Manufacturing Data Dossier Books in conjunction with the QA / HSE Manager or HSE Manager
Shall assist the QA / HSE Manager in reviewing and approving sub-supplier Welding and NDE documentation, including but not limited to WPS’s, PQR’s, MPI, DPI, Radiography and Welder Qualifications etc., in a timely manner
COSHH - Shall review all MSDS received and carry out COSHH assessments using the COSHH database, and subsequently issue these to appropriate employees, in conjunction with the HSE Manager
Will support both internal and external QHSE audits, when given instruction to do so
Shall be responsible for maintaining QHSEEn records in conjunction with the QA / HSE Manager
Shall assist departmental three-monthly Data Analysis Review, including submittal to all interested parties, in conjunction with the QA / HSE Manager
In the absence of the QA / HSE Engineer and/or QA /HSE Assistant, shall be responsible for sending Project Inspection Notifications to Client and Projects Inspections Group, liaising with the QA / HSE Manager and HSE Manager
Shall assist with the maintenance of the QA / NCR Database and subsequent circulation of NCRs, once corrective and preventative actions have been reviewed on receipt of signed off NCR from the Purchasing Manager
In conjunction with the QA / HSE Manager, assist in reviewing NCR Correction and Corrective Actions have been effective, three months after first issue
Shall assist investigating, issuing, and completing customer complaints on relevant 8D forms and ensuring their prompt close-out with the assistance of the QA / HSE Manager and/or the HSE Manager
Shall assist carrying out Risk Assessments and, with the assistance of the HSE Manager or QA / HSE Manager, instigating Safe Systems of Work
Shall assist the QA / HSE Manager or HSE Manager in their absence, with the maintenance of PED 2014/68/EU files, i.e., Notified Bodies (LR/ABS, etc.), Design Appraisal Documents, Module B (Production Type), Module B (Design Type), Approvals and Inspection Certificates
Shall be responsible for issuing QA / HSE material requisitions, in conjunction with the QA / HSE Manager and/or the HSE Manager
Will carry out reasonable instructions and tasks as requested by authorised personnel, in line with the responsibilities of the role and the best interests of the companyStaff relationship:
Directly responsible to the QA / HSE Manager and HSE Manager or QC Manager in their absence
Liaises with clients, suppliers, certified authorities, third party inspection bodies and sub-contractors
Liaises internally with all departments
Training:You will be required to attend Advance 1 Campus, Dudley College, DY1 4AD, 1 day per week in term time only.
Upon successful completion of your apprenticeship you will receive a Level 4 Engineering Manufacturing Technician HNC - Mechanical pathway qualification.
You will be assigned an assessor who will visit you in the workplace every 6-8 weeks and support you on your apprenticeship.
Training Outcome:
Barton Firtop is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented individual to join the QA / HSE Department
This role will involve supporting quality assurance, health, safety, environmental, and energy-related activities, with responsibilities expanding as the candidate progresses through their training
The role will involve assisting in the development, implementation, and monitoring of QA and HSE processes, ensuring compliance with relevant standards, regulations, and internal procedures
The successful candidate will also contribute to technical documentation, risk assessments, and continuous improvement initiatives in support of operational excellence
Barton Firtop operates a fair and equal opportunities programme, where new positions that become available are accessible to all internal employees
The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement, along with a keen interest in developing their skills in technical documentation, auditing, and compliance to effectively support the QA / HSE team
Employer Description:Barton Firtop Engineering is a competitive designer, manufacturer, and supplier of Strainers, Filters, Separators, Coalescers, and Flame Arresters, predominantly serving the Oil & Gas Industry. We specialise in product design and project management, ensuring on-time delivery of strainer and filtration equipment that meets complex specifications for materials, manufacturing, NDE, documentation, and Quality Control.
Our in-house expertise includes advanced 3D Modelling, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), and Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD), enabling us to design and certify to ASME VIII, Division 1 and PD5500 pressure vessel codes. We offer both fabricated and highly competitive cast designs.
Barton Firtop operates a custom-built manufacturing plant in Worcestershire (UK), which includes a pipework/vessel fabrication division. Additionally, we wholly own a competitive manufacturing facility in Goa, India, which supplies fully machined and tested cast products sourced from high-quality ISO-approved foundries. Barton Firtop India has been a trusted supplier to worldwide projects via our UK head office for over 20 years.
Please note that Barton Firtop reserves the right to bring forward the closing date of any job vacancy if a suitable number of quality applications are received from which to make a shortlist. Therefore, we recommend applying as soon as possible rather than waiting until the published closing date.Working Hours :Monday - Friday 7.00am - 3.30pm. We operate a flexi-time policy to enable employees to choose their preferred working pattern, i.e. start/end times of their working day, within timeframes set by the company and agreed by line managers.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Team working,Initiative,Knowledge of Microsoft,Professional Presentation,Flexible,Reliability,Meet deadlines....Read more...
This is an exciting and rewarding role for someone with a passion for engineering. Duties include:
Design, Estimating and project management of fire/life safety detection and alarm systems
Take instruction/training from other design team members
Daily use of software including AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu PDF and other design resources
Providing excellent customer service and communications
Training:3 year apprenticeship scheme 40 hours per week, 830am-530pm based in our head office Coulsdon Surrey. Formal training Construction design and build technician (level 4) weekly day release to East Surrey College, Redhill.
Additional product training shall be provided by the manufacturer's of the specialist product we use.
All business travel and expenses re-imbursed.Training Outcome:
Assistant Design Engineer
Design Engineer
Senior Design Engineer
Design Manager
Employer Description:Lloret Fire Solutions was founded in 2008 specialising in design, supply, installation, commissioning and maintenance of open protocol solutions for all life safety fire requirements.
We have built our reputation by ensuring that we listen to our clients’ requirements & looking after the safety of their people, properties & all aspects of business operation.
We source the correct equipment direct from independent and reputable manufacturers giving us access to the latest technology and direct support.
We are committed to the highest levels of customer service and technical support from initial enquiry through to your project’s completion.
Lloret Fire Solutions are approved by LPCB (Loss Prevention Certification Board) to LPS1014 for the design, installation, commissioning and servicing of our fire detection and alarm systems, using our management system which complies with ISO9001.Working Hours :Monday to Friday (excluding Bank Holidays), 8.30am - 5.30pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Interest/passion engineering,Maintaining deadlines....Read more...
Key Responsibilities:
General administration/assistant duties - Provide day-to-day administrative support across the business, including documentation, diary management and meeting coordination
Quoting & proposals - Assist with the preparation and formatting of client quotes and proposals, liaising with the team to gather accurate information
Procurement & purchasing - Research, order, and track equipment and supplies, managing supplier communications and ensuring timely delivery
Travel & logistics - Book travel, accommodation, and logistics for team members attending client sites, events, and meetings
Phone & reception duties - Handle inbound calls, take messages, and direct enquiries to the appropriate team member professionally
CRM management - Review and update client and opportunity records, ensuring data is accurate and up to date to support the opportunity pipeline
Time tracking & client hub - Monitor the client hub for time tracking entries, flagging any discrepancies and reminders
Internal communications - Communicating across the business professionally and promptly
Working closely with our Client Services & Project Manager and wider team, you'll gain hands-on experience across a broad range of business administration activities in a fast-paced technology company
Training:
The apprentice will be working towards the Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard including a City & Guilds Level 3 Diploma for the Business Administrator
Monthly classes at Colchester Institute (Colchester Campus)
Training Outcome:
Upon successful completion of the Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship, there is potential for a permanent role within Parallel Innovations in client services, operations, or project coordination
The skills and qualification gained are also highly transferable across the wider technology and professional services sector
Employer Description:Parallel Innovations helps businesses maximise the value of their technology investments. Our team brings deep expertise in data management, cloud infrastructure, cyber security, training and enablement and IT service delivery. We work with organisations of all sizes to map out strategic goals and deliver tangible projects, always tailoring our approach to meet each client’s unique needs. Collaboration is at our core. This is a great opportunity to work in a growing and dynamic tech company as part of small team allowing for great exposure.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 9:00am - 5:00pm with a 30-minute lunch break each day.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Initiative,Manage multiple tasks at once,Confidence,Professional phone manner,Positive, can-do attitude,Keen to engage and learn,Reliable and punctual,Curiosity for Technology,Microsoft Office Package Skill....Read more...
Telecoms Provisioning Order Analyst
Order Management | Service Delivery
UK wide – work from home – full remote working
@mecscomms is recruiting for a contract Telecoms Provisioning Order Analyst. The role will be based working from home for a global telecoms carrier & network provider, This vacancy is for a 24 month rolling contract assignment. We are looking for someone who possesses change management, order management, provisioning, enablement or telecoms service delivery project coordination experience, within a tech, telecoms, carrier, ISP or similar IT technology environment.
Position: Order Analyst, Order Creation, Provisioning Coordinator, Change Request Administrator, Service Delivery
Location: UK wide– work from home – fully remote working
Hours: Monday – Friday (09.00 - 17.30)
Start date: ASAP
Duration: 24 months+ temporary contract
Gross Rate: £17.50 per hour, gross umbrella pay rate, inside IR35
Security Clearance: Individuals must consent & be eligible to achieve BPSS (Basic Check) & SC level Security Clearance checks.
Environment: Global IT, Technology, Cloud, Infrastructure, Telco, Telecom, Carrier, Internet, ISP, Service Provider, Operator, BT Openreach, BT ECO, Provisioning Administrator, Co-ordinator, Data Entry, Office Support, Order Management Executive, Co-ordinator, Project Assistant, Administration, Admin Clerk, Administrative Officer, KPI, SLA, Tracking, Reporting, 3rd Party Supplier, Relationship Management, WAN, Voice, Data, Connectivity, PSTN, Cisco, ADSL, Ethernet, Leased Lines, IP Networking, IT, Computer Literate, Excel, Microsoft Office, ITIL, Agile, Temp, Temporary, Contract.
Key Activity:
• Customer relationship coordination
• Service delivery management
• Network project coordination
• Resource scheduling
• Order management & provisioning administration
• Change control management
• Customer order management & enablement
• Provisioning process administration
• Dealing with OLOs and external supplier delivery teams
• Documentation & reporting
Overview:
A 24 month rolling temporary contract position has become available for an experienced order analyst, provisioning coordinator, order manager, sales support or project administrator to join an international telecoms service provider. The role will help deliver the best possible service experience for global enterprise customers. This will be achieved by supporting the order delivery cycle, working as a service delivery coordinator, provisioning administrator & project coordinator.
The order & provisioning analyst will be responsible for acknowledging & validating customer requests, raising orders through the customer order provisioning system and coordinating customer communication throughout the delivery process. You will send acknowledgement & acceptance emails for order requests, generate tracking references & provide updates to the customer & internal business partners on status & progress.
You will provide a daily order tracker for all Data & Voice teams, so that engineering resource can be effectively scheduled in advance of the order & ensuring effective communication to the supporting delivery agencies.
Responsibilities:
• Dedicated management of the order queue across all Data & Voice teams
• Coordinating between delivery teams to schedule orders & change requests
• Scheduling resources to ensure the timely delivery of customer orders
• Ensuring that partners have received confirmation of resource within SLAs
• Raising customer orders on the provisioning order management system
• Service delivery – progressing orders through the delivery process
• Utilising Vodafone, BT & Openreach workflow systems
• Understanding order management processes and dealing with OLOs and external delivery teams
• Order management and analysis
• Communicating updates & progress reports with customers
• Coordination between delivery teams to schedule works
• Supporting the delivery & completion of departmental quality assurance targets
• Supporting the IP Data Provisioning Managers in resource & order planning
• Provide administrative support to engineering teams in the provision of voice & data products including ADSL, Ethernet, Leased Lines, WLR, Managed Services & IPVPN, WAN, MPLS etc.
• Coordination, prioritisation & management of all received critical issues
• Queue management for all Data & Voice teams across multiple systems
• Generate work in progress reports
• Provide service delivery management input for customer review meetings
• Working in an Agile environment
Candidate Profile:
The ideal candidate will have had previous experience of change management, order management, provisioning, enablement, administration or service delivery project coordination experience, within a tech, telecoms, carrier, ISP or similar IT technology environment. Your experience, skills & attributes are likely to include some or all of the following:
• Telecoms Provisioning Order Analyst
• Service delivery management, progressing orders through the delivery process
• Familiarity with Vodafone, BT, Openreach or other order management workflow systems
• Dealing with OLOs and external delivery teams and understating their processes
• Order management and analysis
• Good proactive communication skills & excellent documentation drafting competences
• Stakeholder & customer relationship management
• Computer literate with the use of Microsoft Office (email, word, excel)
• Previous use of database, reporting, CRM or workflow systems
• Administration experience in a IT, Technology, Telecoms, Internet or similar Tech environment is highly desirable
• Familiarity with Agile, ITIL or other similar methodologies is highly desirable
@mecscomms: uniting opportunity with ambition in Telecoms | Media | Technology
@mecscomms is the brand name of MECS Communications Ltd who provide permanent & contract recruitment consultancy service as an Employment Agency & Employment Business.
For more information or a list of current vacancies, please see our web site at mecscomms.co.uk
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As an Office Administrator Apprentice, you will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day operations of a busy construction company. Working in our friendly office in Harston, near Cambridge, no two days will be the same. You will gain experience across a variety of administrative functions while developing valuable workplace skills.
Typical duties may include:
Answering telephone and email enquiries from customers, suppliers and employees.
Maintaining and updating company records and databases.
Inputting data accurately and preparing documents as required.
Coordinating and organising employee training and certifications.
Assisting site-based staff with administrative requests and queries.
Ordering materials, equipment and supplies from suppliers.
Supporting the smooth running of the office and general business operations.
Assisting with marketing activities, such as updating company information and promotional materials.
Providing basic administrative support for finance functions, including record keeping and documentation.
This is a varied and hands-on role that offers the opportunity to learn how a successful construction business operates while working as part of a small, supportive and highly effective team. The successful apprentice will develop strong organisational, communication and administration skills in a professional office environment.Training:In addition to administrative training via Cambridge Regional College, the apprentice will have opportunities to develop skills in customer service, marketing, finance administration (Sage), health and safety, procurement, project coordination, and business systems.
This broader exposure will provide valuable insight into how a successful construction business operates and support future career progression across a variety of business functions. There will also be on the job training specifically for construction industry administration procedures and compliance requirements.Training Outcome:Opportunity for full time position and assistant office manager role.Employer Description:Local construction company, known for communicative and collaborative approach to projects. We are a main contractor working in central Cambridge for commercial client on large refurbishment projects. We are a friendly and close-knit team who enjoy working collectively to solve problemsWorking Hours :Monday to Friday, 10.00am - 4.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
About the Role:
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and organised Operations Assistant to join the Answer Digital team on a Business Administration Level 3 Apprenticeship. This is a brilliant opportunity to build real, hands-on experience across a range of business functions, from keeping the office running smoothly to supporting how we hire, manage, and develop our people
You’ll be embedded in our Operations Team and work closely with colleagues across Resource Management, Talent Acquisition, Finance, and People & Culture. No two days will be the same, and you’ll leave the apprenticeship with a broad foundation, and a clear understanding of how a growing digital consultancy operates
What You’ll Be Doing:
In this role, you won't rotate through departments. You'll be actively contributing to all at once. From day one, your week will naturally span all four areas, giving you a rich, varied experience that reflects how a real operations function works
Office Management:
You’ll work alongside our Office Manager to help keep our office running smoothly, a welcoming, well-organised, and fully operational space for the team
Supporting with day-to-day office queries, visitors, and supplier coordination
Helping manage office supplies, equipment, and facilities to keep things running smoothly
Coordinating meeting room bookings, office events, and team socials
Supporting health & safety compliance and maintaining a tidy, organised environment
Liaising with building management and external contractors
Handling incoming post, deliveries, and general administration
Resource Management:
You’ll support the team responsible for matching our consultants to client projects, helping us deploy the right people in the right places
Maintaining and updating our resource management system with current project and consultant data
Assisting with scheduling and tracking consultant availability and bookings
Preparing reports and summaries to support resource planning meetings
Flagging capacity gaps or changes to the Resource Management team
Supporting the coordination of bench activity and internal project allocations
Talent Acquisition:
You’ll get a real insight into how we attract and hire great people at Answer Digital
Coordinating interview scheduling between candidates and hiring managers
Managing job posting administration across our ATS and job boards
Supporting candidate communications and ensuring a great experience throughout the process
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in our recruitment systems
People & Culture:
You’ll play a part in making Answer Digital a great place to work
Supporting onboarding administration for new starters, from contracts to day-one logistics
Maintaining accurate employee records in our HR systems
Assisting with the coordination of learning & development activity
Supporting engagement initiatives, surveys, and internal communications
Training:
Business Administrator Level 3
Systems & tools - training on the platforms used across each function: resource management system, applicant tracking system and HR platform
On-the-job learning - structured exposure across Operations, Talent Acquisition, Finance, and People & Culture, with experienced colleagues guiding day-to-day tasks
Dedicated line manager support - regular 1-2-1s, goal setting, and progress reviews aligned to the apprenticeship Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours (KSBs)
Dedicated Learning Time - protected time each week to complete apprenticeship learning with the training provider, including study, assignments, and portfolio building
Induction - covering Answer Digital's ways of working, tools, culture, and health & safety. Data Security and Awareness Training
Training Outcome:To continue progressing their career at Answer Digital in the Operations Team.Employer Description:Answer Digital is a highly successful digital transformation consultancy headquartered in Leeds. We’re a company on a fast growth trajectory with a reputation of delivering large-scale, operational critical solutions.
People are at the heart of everything we do - so much so we’re owned by our people. It sets us apart from most digital businesses you’ll meet and defines our culture and values. Our people are invested in everything we do, because we are invested in them.
Don't believe us? Well check out our glassdoor and here what our people have to sayWorking Hours :Monday to Friday, working hours TBC.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Proactive and Eager to Learn,Microsoft Packages,Google Workspace,Friendly and Approachable,Confidentiality....Read more...
About the Role:
We’re looking for an enthusiastic and organised Operations Assistant to join the Answer Digital team on a Business Administration Level 3 Apprenticeship. This is a brilliant opportunity to build real, hands-on experience across a range of business functions, from keeping the office running smoothly to supporting how we hire, manage, and develop our people
You’ll be embedded in our Operations Team and work closely with colleagues across Resource Management, Talent Acquisition, Finance, and People & Culture. No two days will be the same, and you’ll leave the apprenticeship with a broad foundation, and a clear understanding of how a growing digital consultancy operates
What You’ll Be Doing:
In this role, you won't rotate through departments. You'll be actively contributing to all at once. From day one, your week will naturally span all four areas, giving you a rich, varied experience that reflects how a real operations function works
Office Management:
You’ll work alongside our Office Manager to help keep our office running smoothly, a welcoming, well-organised, and fully operational space for the team
Supporting with day-to-day office queries, visitors, and supplier coordination
Helping manage office supplies, equipment, and facilities to keep things running smoothly
Coordinating meeting room bookings, office events, and team socials
Supporting health & safety compliance and maintaining a tidy, organised environment
Liaising with building management and external contractors
Handling incoming post, deliveries, and general administration
Resource Management:
You’ll support the team responsible for matching our consultants to client projects, helping us deploy the right people in the right places
Maintaining and updating our resource management system with current project and consultant data
Assisting with scheduling and tracking consultant availability and bookings
Preparing reports and summaries to support resource planning meetings
Flagging capacity gaps or changes to the Resource Management team
Supporting the coordination of bench activity and internal project allocations
Talent Acquisition:
You’ll get a real insight into how we attract and hire great people at Answer Digital
Coordinating interview scheduling between candidates and hiring managers
Managing job posting administration across our ATS and job boards
Supporting candidate communications and ensuring a great experience throughout the process
Maintaining accurate and up-to-date records in our recruitment systems
People & Culture:
You’ll play a part in making Answer Digital a great place to work
Supporting onboarding administration for new starters, from contracts to day-one logistics
Maintaining accurate employee records in our HR systems
Assisting with the coordination of learning & development activity
Supporting engagement initiatives, surveys, and internal communications
Training:
Business Administrator Level 3
Systems & tools - training on the platforms used across each function: resource management system, applicant tracking system and HR platform
On-the-job learning - structured exposure across Operations, Talent Acquisition, Finance, and People & Culture, with experienced colleagues guiding day-to-day tasks
Dedicated line manager support - regular 1-2-1s, goal setting, and progress reviews aligned to the apprenticeship Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours (KSBs)
Dedicated Learning Time - protected time each week to complete apprenticeship learning with the training provider, including study, assignments, and portfolio building
Induction - covering Answer Digital's ways of working, tools, culture, and health & safety. Data Security and Awareness Training
Training Outcome:To continue progressing their career at Answer Digital in the Operations Team.Employer Description:Answer Digital is a highly successful digital transformation consultancy headquartered in Leeds. We’re a company on a fast growth trajectory with a reputation of delivering large-scale, operational critical solutions.
People are at the heart of everything we do - so much so we’re owned by our people. It sets us apart from most digital businesses you’ll meet and defines our culture and values. Our people are invested in everything we do, because we are invested in them.
Don't believe us? Well check out our glassdoor and here what our people have to sayWorking Hours :Monday to Friday, working hours TBC.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Proactive and Eager to Learn,Microsoft Packages,Google Workspace,Friendly and Approachable,Confidentiality....Read more...
The Communications Assistant will work with the Cultural and Community Engagement team at UCL East to support the planning, delivery and development of the team’s communication activities. The post holder will contribute to our website, blog, newsletters, internal communications channels, social media, press releases, events listings and reports, helping to showcase the team’s work, share our learning, advertise our events and exhibitions to public audiences, and raise our profile to a broad range of stakeholders. They will help to increase engagement with our communications channels by developing an in-depth knowledge of our audiences, creating tailored, accessible content for them, monitoring engagement levels and contributing to reporting on the effectiveness and impact of our communication activities.
There will be opportunities for the post holder to shadow members of the Office of the Vice-President for External Engagement, and support their activities, to gain a deeper insight into internal and external communications across UCL, use of the UCL brand, media relations, public affairs and marketing. The post holder will be expected to feed their learning back to the Cultural and Community Engagement team.
Duties and responsibilities
Attend project planning meetings, supporting the development of communication plans where required.
Develop written and non-written content and schedule this content for publication/distribution across our communications channels.
Carry out updates to our website and intranet pages, actively checking to ensure they are up-to-date.
Research, analyse and monitor our audiences and stakeholders to inform engagement strategies.
Create ticket ordering forms using Eventbrite for events, managing the booking process and responding to accessibility requests.
Maintain and manage mailing lists and databases.
Monitor shared mailboxes to act as the first point of contact for enquiries.
Ensure a high degree of accessibility across all our communication activities.
Develop and maintain an awareness of UCL’s brand and ensure that brand values are embedded in communications.
Contribute to risk assessments and event management plans, considering how reputational damage can be mitigated.
Support the procurement, briefing and payment of freelancers and contractors, such as designers, printers, photographers and filmmakers.
Help to analyse and evaluate communication activities and present findings to the team and wider stakeholders.
Support the team with routine administrative, logistical and time-sensitive tasks.
Assist with the planning, delivery and evaluation of our events, such as press launches, exhibitions, private viewings, awards ceremonies, training workshops, and other public events.
Actively consider and support diversity and inclusion across all areas of work.
Actively participate in personal and professional development when opportunities arise both within and alongside the Apprenticeship Level 4 training.
Follow and actively promote the UCL Ways of Working.
Carry out any other duties within the scope, spirit and purpose of the job as requested by the line manager.
This job description may be reviewed and be subject to amendment in consultation with the post holder.
Training:Public Relations and Communications Assistant Level 4.
Training will take place both in the workplace and PA Media Academy, located in Stratford.
College days are one day per week and will involve a combination of in-person, hybrid and online training sessions.Training Outcome:Work in press and communications offices, specifically in education. But skills can be applied more broadly in a range of settings – both public, private and charity sector.Employer Description:UCL is one of the world's leading universities. At its establishment in 1826, UCL was radical and responsive to the needs of society, and this ethos – that excellence should go hand-in-hand with civic responsibility – continues today. UCL’s teaching and research extends across all disciplines; from one of Europe’s largest and most productive hubs for biomedical science interacting with several leading London hospitals, to world-renowned centres for the built environment (UCL Bartlett) and fine art (UCL Slade School).
UCL’s new campus on Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park (QEOP), UCL East, has been conceived and built to be open, accessible and publicly engaged university campus. With two buildings currently open, and more to come, UCL East is dedicated to breaking down boundaries between knowledge and experience to solve some of the most urgent challenges facing people and the plant. The campus is a unique combination of multidisciplinary research centres, teaching spaces, study areas and living accommodation.
UCL Public Art and UCL Cultural & Community Engagement are part of the Vice Provost’s Office for Strategy which, among other work, manages the operations and vision for the UCL East campus. The team delivers public art, exhibitions, public and community engagement, and cultural programming; building an ethos of engagement throughout the new campus. Our projects bring together UCL researchers, academics, students, artists and east London communities to exchange knowledge and ideas, and collaborate on bringing about positive change.
The post is an apprentice role that will be based on-site at our UCL East campus. The postholder will normally be expected to work from the Campus with flexibility to attend evening and weekend events when needed. Time off in lieu will be provided for any evening and weekend work.
We are located in Newham, east London - one of the most socially diverse parts of the UK – and we want our staff recruitment to reflect this. We encourage applications from those who are underrepresented in the sector and at UCL including but, not exclusive, to non-graduates, disabled, D/deaf and neurodiverse people, LGBTQ+ people, people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds – especially women. We also welcome applicants from a range of educational backgrounds.
Those interested in applying for this role are welcome to book a short phone or MS Teams call with a member of the UCL East Cultural and Community Engagement Team via this link to chat about any questions you may have. If there is any way that we can make the application process more accessible for you and so easier for you to take part in, please just let us know. You can contact us by email on engagement-east@ucl.ac.uk.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental....Read more...
