Answering the phone and directing messages to the appropriate team member
Greeting clients in the office
Keeping client records up to date
Preparing documents for client meetings
General office administration
Training is all done day to day on the job
Training:There will be training given on our back-office computer system called intelligent office, this is where all our client data records are kept.Training Outcome:To become a full-time financial services administrator.Employer Description:Alexander Calder Financial Ltd currently have six financial advisers, five admin staff that support the advisers and one head of operations that supports the day-today running of the business.Working Hours :Monday to Thursday 9am to 5pm. Friday 9am to 4pm. You will have an hours break.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Positive attitude,Willing to learn,Reliable and punctual....Read more...
Welcome and log all visitors to the building
Answering the telephone and fielding enquiries across all business units
Providing hospitality for both internal and external meetings, where required
Providing day to day administrative support for the team on-site, including but not limited to, scanning, copying, updating documents, proof reading documents, conducting online research
Assisting the receptionist administrator in planning the visitor/hospitality schedule for the following working day
Carrying out daily AM and PM office checks, including liaising with the on-site cleaning team to maintain high standards within all Office areas
Carry out weekly office checks to support the on-site receptionist administrator in the ordering of stationery and hospitality items
Supporting the People Team & Comms Team with the planning and delivery of company engagement, training and wellbeing events across the group
Training Outcome:Receptionist Administrator with potential of wider opportunities within the group of businesses.Employer Description:Sewell Group is a multi-disciplined group of companies operating across the North of England. As a family business, it has a long and illustrious history dating back to 1876. Alongside its retail division, which operates 13 fuel and convenience stores across East Yorkshire, Sewell Estates is a collective of built environment businesses made up of Sewell Investments, Sewell Construction, Sewell Facilities Management, Illingworth and Gregory, Shared Agenda & Parallel Data Intelligence.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 8:30am - 5:00pm, with a 1-hour lunch breakSkills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
You will be required to assist in varying aspects of the business and will need to be organised enough to handle a wide range of varied tasks on a day-to-day basis. To include:
Basic admin – photocopying, filing, printing contracts, postage
Helping to maintain and update our intranet using Sharepoint on M365
Helping to create and write user manuals for the network using ‘Scribe’
Take ownership of e-learning content
Answer customer and franchisee emails or calls
Help plan network events e.g. regional meetings and the annual conference
Ultimately could become office manager at head office through the progression route
Support and training will be provided throughout the apprenticeship to help you build confidence and new skills
This is not a comprehensive definition of the post. Postholders will be expected to undertake any work that comes within the remit of the post’s purpose.
This vacancy may close sooner if we find the right applicant, ensure you apply early.Training:Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard, which includes:
Level 2 Functional Skills in maths, English (if not already achieved)
End-Point Assessment (EPA)
You will develop the skills, knowledge, and behaviours required to work within an office environment
Training Outcome:
On completion of an apprenticeship and completing full training offered, could become the office manager at head office
Employer Description:Puddle Ducks is one of the UK’s leading providers of baby and child swimming lessons, through a nation-wide network of franchises. We have grown over the past 20 years to teach over 20,000 children every week, from newborn to 10 years, in partnership with our Franchisees. Puddle Ducks Mid Cheshire is where it all began back in 2001, and now teaches around 1000 babies and children every week at pools across Cheshire. More recently, Barons Quay opened in August 2021 as a flagship venue from which to run the business and classes in a state of the art facility.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 9 am to 4.30 pm. Half hour lunch.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Good attendance record,Self Motivated,Good knowledge of Microsoft....Read more...
This position requires the Apprentice to undertake a range of reception, customer service focused and administrative duties including;
Answering the telephone
Transferring calls to relevant colleagues, taking messages for colleagues and relaying them
Supporting callers with initial basic enquiries
Greeting visitors to the office
Scanning, copying, faxing, and filing
Providing clerical and administrative back up for the administrative and legal teams
Franking mail
The Apprentice may be asked to make deliveries to the courts and chambers in addition to acting as a courier on other occasions. They will also be required to maintain office provisions making sure all of the required office materials are available for the effective running of the business. Other general ad hoc duties such as making refreshments for staff and visitors will also be required.Training:
Apprentices will be allocated a Trainer Assessor and training will be planned and delivered in conjunction with the employer to meet the individual needs of the apprentice.
The apprentice will spend 20% of their working hours in off the job activities and training.
On the job and off the job training will be delivered in the workplace.
Training Outcome:
For the right person, there is the opportunity to secure full-time, permanent employment and progress to higher level qualifications upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.
Employer Description:Carrington’s Solicitors are a committed and dedicated Legal Aid Practice driven to achieve positive results in every case. That commitment extends across all matters of Criminal Defence and Prison Law. Carrington’s are the largest provider of Prison Law advice in England and Wales. We are Members of the Association of Prison Lawyers and Howard League for Penal Reform.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am -5.00pm, with 1 hour lunch per day.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Non judgemental,Patience,Strong timekeeping skills,Reliable,Listening Skills....Read more...
Our Client Care Team deal with all administration issues relating to initial client contact, onboarding, the advice process, product/services implementation, ongoing client contact, annual reviews, record keeping, office housekeeping and practice management. Each role has some degree of specialisation and some degree of overlap and as small business it is important skills are sufficiently shared so that individual roles can be covered during absences.
Behaviours
Honest and sincere in actions and doing the right thing (even when not the easiest).
Adaptable and willing to accept changing priorities and work patterns when new jobs need to be done, or requirements change.
Enthusiasm and shows drive and energy in work, when things are going well and when challenges arise.
Dependably meets personal commitments and expectations, for example: completing work, timekeeping.
Proactive in their own development; commitment to the job, the firm and the outcome for customers.
Takes pride in delighting customers.
Primary Responsibilities
Create and maintain accurate client records on back office systems, platforms and any other IT systems.
Deal with client and provider queries by phone/email/post.
Prepare client documentation and correspondence pre and post meetings as per business processes.
Check accuracy and completeness of new business documentation.
Ensure that all business applications are processed accurately and efficiently, in a compliant manner, to the firm’s standards.
Ensure all supporting documentation is maintained as per company procedures.
Ensure all work is followed up promptly in line with company standards.
Liaise with product providers to ensure timely and accurate responses to clients (progress chasing).
Gather client product data and record.
Provide a friendly and professional point of contact for clients and enquiries.
Ensure action points resulting from client meetings get diarised and dealt with.
General administration
Answer, screen and forward incoming calls.
Ensure back-office systems are kept up-to-date.
Open, scan, log and allocate incoming post.
General correspondence.
Other duties as directed by management.
Skills
Develops effective relationships with customers and key contacts, handling & resolving issues through effective verbal and written skills.
Understands role within team and its impact on others.
Consistently endeavours to support colleagues and collaborate to achieve results.
Successfully plans and prioritises to deliver good outcomes for the business and its clients.
Consistently adheres to systems and processes using proficient IT skills and is mindful of and adheres to regulatory requirements.
Qualifications requirements
GSCE in English and Maths or can demonstrate working to this level.
Other
This job description outlines the main functions and responsibilities of the post. The post holder may be required to undertake additional duties as required, commensurate with the level of the job.Training:The training will take place online accessed from your employers site address.Training Outcome:At HA&W we are committed to developing our employees and offer study support (including paying for further exams and materials, as well as time off for further study and exams). When you have completed your apprenticeship, you will put together a further development plan with your line manager. Progression opportunities include studying and working to become a Technical Administrator, Paraplanner or Financial Planner, as well as the opportunity to be involved with various business projects.Employer Description:HA&W are a firm of Chartered Financial Planners, providing financial advice and oversight of pensions & investments. New clients are provided with a complete financial planning review, based around lifetime financial modelling techniques. We arrange products and services where necessary and are usually engaged to provide ongoing advice and oversight. We have approximately 300 ongoing individual clients and provide services to a smaller number of businesses/organisations.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 9.00am-4.30pm with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
You will be required to welcome both new and existing clients to the office when they arrive and provide any refreshments to such visitors if necessary.
Telephone calls:
You will be required to take incoming telephone calls to the office- with such calls being from a variety of people, such as new clients, existing clients, estate agents, other solicitors etc.
You will be required to assist where possible (although you will not be expected to, neither permitted to, give any legal advice) and transfer telephone calls or take messages if appropriate
You will be required to keep a log of each phone call received and the action taken
Emails:
You may also receive a variety of emails from people such as new clients, existing clients, estate agents, other solicitors etc.
You will not be expected to reply to those emails unless instructed to do so, and your responsibility will be to ensure that the email is forwarded to the relevant person in a timely fashion
Typing:
You will be required to provide back up to the two senior secretaries, and will be required to type a variety of letters or produce other such legal documents as may be required
You will also be expected to open new files, both on Case Manager and a hard copy of the file
Banking:
You will be required to go to the bank on a daily basis to pay in cheques and cash received on behalf of the firm
Stationery:
You will be expected to check the office stationery levels (at least once a week) to ensure that the office has sufficient supplies
You will be required to place orders for new stationery as required
You will also be required to receive all new stationery orders and to put away the supplies in a timely fashion
Training:
Business Administrator Level 3 (A level) Apprenticeship Standard
Functional Skills in maths and English if required
Blended on / off the job training and location to be confirmed
Level 3 Business Administration qualification upon successful completion of the apprenticeship
Training Outcome:
Potential full-time role for the right candidate
Employer Description:Kew Law LLP is a firm of Solicitors with 8 offices based throughout Essex. The firm practices in many areas of Law.
At Kew Law they believe the most valuable resource a firm can have is not its IT, client base or contacts but the people within the firm. The people reflect a company’s ethics and principles and the people at Kew Law are hardworking and willing to go the extra mile for a client. As a result they offer a wide range of services which are professional, responsive and competitively priced.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am- 3.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
Main duties and responsibilities
Specific duties may include, but are not limited to assisting in the following areas:
·Reviewing Engineer logistics and amending as necessary
Van fleet management – vehicle insurance, vehicle audits, maintenance of TFL portal, vehicle tracking system
Department holiday request and timesheet processing.
Escalating problems/working with other departments as needed
Utilising Autotask ticketing system to support business needs
Emergency warehouse cover.
Health and safety duties
Training:Training schedule has yet to be agreed. Details will be made available at a later date.Training Outcome:Permanent employment as Operations Administrator.Employer Description:We are a specialist provider of IT services & solutions for the retail industry. We work with global household brands to support their retail IT infrastructure from point-of-sale installation to back-office services.
Managed Services provider remotely managing customers' IT infrastructure and end-user systems.
Over 25 years of supporting the retail and hospitality industry with our best-in-class IT services. Our mission is simple – to provide our retail and hospitality customers with truly integrated IT services and support in-store that makes a real difference to their business.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 08:00 to 17:00 with 1 hour unpaid lunch.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Patience,Knowledge of Microsoft....Read more...
Based across our two sites, you will receive comprehensive training from our admin team and your apprenticeship provider. Additionally, you will be given dedicated study time and support to help you successfully complete your apprenticeship.
Your tasks will include:
Welcoming visitors and managing reception duties
Ensure visitors sign in and follow procedures for safeguarding and risk assessments
Producing a variety of documents using software packages such as Microsoft Word, Excel etc.
Using internal computer packages.
Handling standard enquiries by telephone, email or in person from pupils, parents, staff, and the wider community
Ensuring stationery stock levels are adequate
Provide admin support for ‘back office’ projects
Sending out communications via ParentMail
Scheduling and organising appointments and meetings
Supporting the preparation and coordination of school events
Managing and updating school records and databases
Assisting with filing, photocopying and other administrative tasks
Supporting and upholding the implementation of school policies and procedures
Collaborating with all staff to ensure a smooth daily operation of the school office
Note: Whilst every effort has been made to explain the duties and responsibilities of the post, each individual task undertaken may not be identified.
Employees will be expected to comply with any reasonable request from the Senior Leadership Team to undertake work of a similar level that is not specified in this job description.Training:
Training will be provided while at work via teams with your educator from Heart Of England Training.
Training Outcome:
It is hoped a permanent position will be offered on successful completion of the apprenticeship programme however this is not guaranteed.
Employer Description:Castle Newnham is a school based in Bedfordshire.
Castle Newnham is an all-through school in the heart of Bedford, offering high-quality education for pupils from Reception up to age 16.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.30am - 4.00pm.
Term time only, 39 weeks plus 5 INSET days.
30 minute unpaid lunch break.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
Working for this growing and fast paced company, you will be offered a thorough grounding in all aspects of the business and every aspect of the sales process.
You will be full supported to grow and expand your knowledge.
Your role will include:
Exploring and pursuing business development opportunities including cold calling
Assisting in maintaining the existing customer base
Supporting the current Sales Team with back-office paperwork/quoting etc.
General office-based duties
Pump selection and application
Be an ambassador for the company and its values
Training:
You will be undertaking the Technical Sales L3 qualification, this will be delivered to you by Mercuri International UK, Mercuri are Global Leaders is Sales and Leadership Training, and are a Business Improvement Consultancy
The duration of the programme is approximately 15 months in duration
Training is delivered through a series of themed lessons, live virtual learning (VILT), coaching through 1:1 sessions with your nominated coach who will support you for the duration of your journey, we support with directed online learning and face-to-face training when we are able
The training and theory are designed to be relevant and appliable to your day-to-day role, it will challenge you and push to you achieve excellence in performance
The programme will be project-based to support your role and Efaflu - Pump Logic
Training Outcome:
Pump Logic are a small but progressive company, they are growing and see the Tech Sales Apprentice as being at the heart of their growth, their ethos is to share the success and reward that growth, they offer a personalised commission, the salary structure is competitive and will reflect your experience, ability and age
When opportunities arise for progression, the company look towards internal promotion
Employer Description:Pump Logic Limited is a forward-thinking engineering firm based in Liverpool specialising in the sales, service, repair and installation of all types/brands of pumps, motors and ventilation.
As part of a larger group, Pump Logic is the UK arm of EFAFLU Pumps and Ventilation. All EFAFLU products for the UK market are imported through Pump Logic and distributed through our network of customers nationwide.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, between 9.00am and 5.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
You will undertake both practical and theoretical training whilst studying for your ACA qualification under an apprenticeship agreement, with a particular focus on audit. We will fund your training and provide you with paid study leave to attend the courses so you will be earning while you are learning. Back in the office or hybrid working, you will get support from more experienced staff and Partners whilst assisting on client assignments.
Some of the duties will include:-
Preparing financial statements for limited companies, partnerships and sole traders
Auditing financial statements and tax compliance work.
You will have the opportunity to visit clients’ premises to carry out your role and your work will be a mixture of teamwork and projects undertaken individually
Training:
You will undertake both practical and theoretical training whilst studying for your ACA qualification under an apprenticeship agreement
Once you have completed the course you will be a qualified accountant. We will fund your training and provide you with paid study leave to attend the courses so you will be earning while you are learning
You will also receive regular pay reviews
Training Outcome:
Opportunities to later progress and gain further qualifications are available for the right candidates
Employer Description:Westcotts is a Top 50+50 Accountancy Practice and Top 50 apprenticeship employer with over 290 team members based across 16 offices covering Devon and Somerset.Working Hours :Monday to Wednesday, 8.45am - 5.00pm 1 hour lunch, Thursday 8.45am - 5.00pm 45 minute lunch and Friday 8.45am - 4.30pm 45 minute lunch.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working....Read more...
Duties will vary throughout the year, but basic stable management ie mucking out and feeding will be constant throughout the year, including field checks on youngsters and those loose housed in barns over the winter. During the foaling season (February to May), working hours will be somewhat flexible as we have to fit in with the mares, along with the daily vet visits, which will entail assisting the stud manager and vet in routine scanning of mares and foal checks.After completion of the foaling season, we move onto the sales preparation and general management of the young stock.Training:Training will be provided both in the workplace and through day-release at Myerscough College, where you will work towards a Level 2 Equine Groom Apprenticeship Standard. The end point assessment will contain 3 components:
Knowledge Test (50 multiple choice questions lasting 75 mins). Minimum 70% pass mark to progress to other elements of End Point Assessment.
Practical Observation (Approx. 5 hours). Assessor will observe the apprentice carrying out day-to-day role in the workplace, asking questions where necessary.
Professional Discussion (lasting 60 - 75 min) Based around portfolio.
There will be 2 levels of achievement: Pass & DistinctionTraining Outcome:Whilst we hope that the applicant can grow and progress along with our organisation and become Stallion manager, foaling manager, stud manager etc.We do, however, appreciate the global nature of our industry and would not be surprised if any prospective applicant upon completion of their apprenticeship decided to gain further experience abroad. Indeed, we would actively encourage this, always in the hope, of course, that they can bring their worldwide experience back to Willow Wood.Employer Description:The stud is family owned and run. With admin and office duties carried out by Ian and Irene Ross. The stud manager Stuart Ross ultimately would be responsible for day to day contact with the apprentice and allocating duties as their experience level grows. There are 4 other staff members all of whom are experienced “Horse People”Working Hours :The working week will, by the very nature of the position, have to be flexible. However, basically, it will consist of 5 eight-hour days from 8:30am to 7:00pm with a 30 min lunch break and two 15-min tea breaks one am and the other pm.Skills: Keen interest in horses,Ability to handle horses,Enjoys outdoor environment,Get along with other employees,Polite & courteous to clients....Read more...
Key Responsibilities:
1: Office Administration
Checking and Chasing Engineer Reports - Sending reports to customers
Getting supplier prices
Sending remedial quotations based on engineers visit reports
Chasing quotes
Answering customer queries
2: Project Management
Scheduling Engineers Diary
Ordering parts from suppliers
Keeping track of when parts are due to be delivered
Arranging delivery of parts to
Completing RAMS
Full training will be given in order to complete the above duties to the best of your ability. Advanced Solutions and Boom Training will provide you with ongoing support and guidance to help you complete the apprenticeship. Training:Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard, which includes:
Modules covering Skills, Knowledge, and Behaviours in Business
You'll have a personal tutor to guide you through your training
You will attend 1:1 sessions with your tutor every 2/3 weeks
End Point Assessment (online)
Occasional group classes with other learners
Functional Skills Level 2 in maths and English if required
Level 3 Business Administrator Certificate from IFATE and City & Guilds
www.boomtrainingltd.co.uk/coursesTraining Outcome:
Circa £20k - £24k
Subject to the growth of the company, there could be progression to an account manager
Employer Description:We are electrical back up specialist and install and support innovative solutions for critical power applications.
Our support team covers the widest range of maintenance tasks all across the UK and every job we undertake is handled strategically to guarantee a fast and reactive solution.
Our mission is to provide our customers with the best and most reliable power protection solutions at a competitive price. Our solutions, coupled with superior after-sales support and services, give our client the best power security required for their mission critical applications.
Regular maintenance visits are crucial to ensure your business continuity remains uncompromised during mains power outages. Our dedicated maintenance and monitoring support contracts are designed to make sure your UPS system is running as smoothly and reliably as possible.Working Hours :Monday to Thursday, 8.00am - 4.30pm, with a 30 minute lunch break.
Friday, 8.00am - 2.00pm (no break).Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Team working,Critical Thinking,Reliable....Read more...
To be part of the team responsible for monitoring and maintaining the schools ICT systems, assisting with installing new and upgraded ICT systems and ensuring the integrity of the school’s ICT system is maintained. Accountable for the reliable provision of school ICT systems, ensuring a resilient platform is available for schools ICT systems and fall-back systems are in place. Resolving support issues via a Helpdesk platform.
Provide technical advice to staff and pupils in support of the resolution of ICT incidents
Work with the Trust Office central ICT team to ensure escalated ICT issues are resolved
Work with the Trust Office central ICT team in implementing ICT systems
Document the setup and configuration of all school ICT systems and ensure operating procedures are in place
Develop proactive procedures to ensure the smooth running of ICT systems
Monitor and maintain ICT systems and undertake action to ensure consistent delivery of ICT services
Resolve ICT incidents in a structured way using a Service Desk tool
Ensure ICT changes are delivered in a structured way
Advise on system enhancements and make recommendations for improvements or replacements
Liaise with 3rd party suppliers to ensure a resolution of ICT incidents, as required
Support the deployment of school systems as required
Provide advice and guidance on the use of ICT systems
Ensure ICT documentation is kept up to date and record any changes to ICT systems
Ensure robust data backup systems are in place and undertake periodic testing of the systems
Assist in the selection, testing and acquisition of computer hardware, software and third-party application packages
Act as the first point of contact for reprographic problem solving and ink cartridge and toner replacement
Ensure that GDST policies are implemented, and systems are in place to monitor and manage compliance
Ensure local school policies and procedures are followed to maintain fully operational, robust and secure ICT systems
Work flexibly as required in support of the duties of the role
Maintain confidentiality at all times in respect of school-related matters and prevent disclosure of any confidential and sensitive information
Training:
ICT (Information Communications Technician) Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
You will also receive full training and support from the Just IT Apprenticeship team to increase your skills
Your training will include gaining Level 3 IT qualifications
Training schedule has yet to be agreed. Details will be made available at a later date
Training Outcome:Tech and digital professionals in London earn an average salary of £52,500 per year, so this Apprenticeship could be the start of a very promising and profitable career.Employer Description:Welcome to Streatham and Clapham High School where we nurture excellence in an inspiring, vibrant and supportive community where friendships flourish and kindness matters.
Our family ethos means that we know and value every pupil as an individual – we are a family not a factory, and we proudly celebrate our community’s diversity as a local school, drawing strength from our rich social and cultural mix.
In the spirit of our motto “Towards wisdom unafraid” we inspire our pupils to feel excited about learning, enriched by our wide-ranging and sometimes quirky co-curricular opportunities, grounded in a culture of excellent pastoral care where every pupil feels they belong. Our vision is to nurture excellence in every pupil so that they are stretched but not strained, to achieve beyond what they ever thought possible.Working Hours :Monday - Friday (8:00am - 4:00pm)
Shifts TBCSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Positive attitude,Motivated....Read more...
Updating the category weekly, sales, stock and intake monitor to assist Merchandising with departmental season forecast.
Supporting the Assistant Merchandiser with in-season analysis.
Running daily reports and supporting the team in compiling and running central documentation.
Aid Assistant Merchandiser in range management from range plan creation to allocation planning.
Work closely with the Assistant Merchandiser to forecast sales, and stock online cards to maintain availability. Suggest and action rebuys to Merchandiser.
Support the analysis on category performance, line life, store performance and densities to ensure accurate assortment planning.
Collate history for strategy documents and category reviews.
Review line print, highlighting best/worst stock lines.
Work with Assistant Merchandiser and Branch Merchandising team to agree allocation and replenishment parameters are optimised.
Training:As you develop in the Merchandising Admin Assistant role, you will also learn new knowledge, skills, and behaviours in areas such as the Retail Business Environment, Planning and budgeting, Commercial Range Planning, and Trading.
Your Apprenticeship training will be delivered by the Fashion Retail Academy at least two days a month. You'll be working towards an accredited Level 4 Buying and Merchandising Assistant apprenticeship standard.Training Outcome:Depending on the performance of the candidate and company vacancies, there may a possibilityof a full time post upon completing the apprenticeship.Employer Description:The Entertainer began when Gary and Catherine took over the Pram and Toy Bar in May 1981. Catherine was also a full-time Nurse when the first store opened. The previous owner didn’t much like children and Gary and Catherine saw an opportunity to make the shop into somewhere children and adults alike would come and visit, have fun, find something to ‘Entertain’ their time and want to come back again and again.
As the potential and possibility for expansion became real, Gary took on his first employees, one of whom still works for us today heading up our New Store Development Team. A second branch then opened in Beaconsfield, in June 1985. The rest, as they say, is history.
We think we are a unique retail business – like a signature that cannot be copied. Our vision is every childhood filled with wonder. Our mission is to be the Best-Loved Toyshop - one child, one community at a time. We love creating memories and delivering outstanding service. Do you remember visiting a toy shop as a child? Hopefully, those memories are still with you.Working Hours :Monday to Thursday, 7:30am-9:30am to 4:30pm-6:30pm
Friday, 9:30am - 5pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience,Microsoft Office, inc Excel,Conmfortable with numbers....Read more...
Principal Accountabilities:
First point of contact for all HR and systems queries by telephone and email on a daily basis. Oversee the HR Team email inbox, responding to email enquiries within 24 hours of receipt and in line with Trust policy and practice. Ensure emails are escalated to an appropriate member of the HR team, if unable to respond to query.
As directed by the Senior HR System and Pensions Administration Officer, assist with the regular monthly checks of academies Teachers Pension Scheme (TPS) and Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) payroll and pension reports, managed by the Trust’s Payroll Bureau Service, ensuring corrections are uploaded to Payroll Bureau.
In conjunction with HR colleagues, analyse and produce data and reports for both the Trust and academies to complete or inform statutory returns and other management information reporting purposes with accuracy and within timelines required e.g. School workforce census, Single Central Record, monthly ONS surveys, staff surveys, missing data reports, sickness absence reports, long service annual leave increases etc.
Provide effective and timely administration of the online Trust benefits schemes and other such initiatives or HR provision e.g. Sodexo Benefits platform, NUS card, Specsavers Eye care vouchers, Occupational Health referrals etc.
Support the Recruitment Co-ordinator in all areas of the candidate journey from recruitment to onboarding, including recruitment fairs, supporting academies with advertising job vacancies, producing contracts of employment and maintaining a register of candidates interested in working for the Trust. Working with the Recruitment Co-Ordinator and academy HR staff, utilise the Access recruitment platform to progress applicants through the process to conclusion. Using Trust templates, ensure documents are uploaded correctly on to the HRIS in accordance with procedure.
Support the Head of People & Development with ensuring the Apprenticeship digital account is up to date and that it is updated with new apprentices and staff leavers.
Produce Trust ID cards within 2 weeks of an academy’s request, maintaining the database to ensure it is kept current, accurate and secure. Responsible for the ordering of lanyards and maintaining sufficient supplies.
As directed by HR team colleagues, ensure the HR pages of the Trust’s website and portal are up to date, including uploading and removing documents, with an effective filing system in place to ensure policies and documents are accessible for authorised users. The system in place should enable an effective and smooth central HR operation with academies able to easily locate current policies, guidance, procedures and templates.
Support the HR team with the ongoing development and updating of the HR manual, Central HR Manual and Systems and Payroll manuals. As directed update the manuals ensuring the most up to date version is available on the Trusts’ portal.
Support the Head of People & Payroll with the setting up and administration of meetings such as the HR & Finance Network and Joint Consultative Group. Ensure meeting invites are sent out in a timely manner, along with the agenda and minute meetings as required.
Support the HR team become a paperless office environment, by ensuring existing paper files are stored electronically. Assist with general administrative office tasks such as photocopying, arranging and servicing meetings and HR training events, managing calendars, updating and reviewing documents and providing administrative support to the HR Team.Training:HR Assistant level 3 standard.
20% off the job training.
Tutor support via online platform 'bud'.Training Outcome:Permanent role considered on completion of the apprenticeship.Employer Description:The decision made by University of Chichester in 2012 to become an Academy Sponsor was a carefully considered but wholehearted one. The University has an education heritage that goes back over 180 years, it has been training teachers and innovating in education from the beginning and has a strong partnership programme working with 600 schools across the regionWorking Hours :Monday - Friday - all year round 8.30am - 5.00pm, 37 hours per week total.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Initiative....Read more...
Please note that this is an apprenticeship position and therefore anyone with more than six months professional experience working as a software tester or who holds an ISTQB foundation certificate will not be eligible.
You will also need to commit to completing a Level 4 Software Testing Apprenticeship.
About the role:
Reporting to the Senior Test Engineer, this role will play a key part in the development of a smart and scalable platform which will support the innovation in software development to ensure GivEnergy remain ahead of the market and can deliver on their mission to empower energy freedom for all! You will be working across all elements of their stack to produce the best control software and reporting systems possible for their inverter, battery & EV charging systems.
Expected Competencies you will have:
You will be a critical member of the team focusing on the quality and reliability of our software products, do you have what it takes?
Attention to detail
Critical thinking
Curiosity
Quality advocate
User-Centric approach
A technical aptitude
Strong communication skills
What will you learn with GivEnergy Software?
You will have the chance to work alongside software developers, testers and also work closely with industry experts to help upskill and train you. Here are some of the key areas you focus on:
Understanding the difference between "Testing" and "Quality Assurance"
How to use different testing tools and techniques
Apply different testing approaches
Apply and support a number of different testing levels
Conform to industry standards for things like GDPR
How to write clear and concise documentation
What will your day-to-day role look like?
Working with the senior team analysing requirements, building test plans, and testing new features
Working with & enabling the expert user community
Analyse issues raised and feeding back to the team
Throughout your tenure in GivEnergy Software, we will emphasize key areas, including:
Various software testing types
Software testing levels
Risk-based testing
Manual testing
Utilisation of tools supporting processes and frameworks
Crafting clear and concise documentation
Additional information: Please note, whilst testing our products there will be the requirement to move and lift hardware such as batteries, inverters and EV chargers and manual handling training will be given.
Location: Newcastle-under-Lyme, Staffordshire, ST5 9HX
Please note – this role is office based and the successful candidate will need to commit to attending our office for 5 days per week.
It might be the role for you if:
You have some technical skills with a curious, detail-oriented, and user-centric mindset. Can build an effective communication and collaborate successfully with a development team and have the passion to deliver high-quality software.
If you’re thinking, that sounds just like me, then get your application in with us now!
Please note – if you have any questions regarding this apprenticeship vacancy, please email Digital Native at hello@dn-uk.com.
Please do not contact GivEnergy directly, as all communication should be through Digital Native.Training:As part of the Level 4 Software Tester apprenticeship standard, you’ll be registered as a member with the British Computer Society and be on a fast track to an industry recognised qualification and your dedicated industry coach will support you through a blended approach that will include remote, in person, 1-2-1 and group learning.Training Outcome:
Ongoing employment and career development.
Employer Description:GivEnergy are Britain's marketing leading manufacturer of domestic and commercial energy storage solutions. They specialise in smart, internet connected inverters and battery systems that allow customers to store their renewable/cheap-rate energy for any-time consumption. GivEnergy Software is one of the most critical components of their operation who are a key factor in their innovation.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
You will learn practical skills in:
Basic fitting techniques
Milling
Turning
CNC machine tools
CNC milling and turning
You will learn technical skills in:
Engineering maths
Health and safety
Engineering materials
Inspection and quality
Mechanical principles
Technical drawing
Training:
Training Delivery Model
Year 1: Your apprentice would attend Seta for 7 months’ block release (from September to April) completing the following Level 3 Extended diploma in Machining (Development Knowledge).
Please see the list below of units your apprentice would undertake in year 1.
· Manual Milling – 6-week block which is a combination of 4 weeks training and 2 weeks assessments for unit AUEC2-013
· Advanced Milling – 3 weeks additional block training and assessment for unit AME3/009
· Manual Turning – 6-week block which is a combination of 4 weeks training and 2 weeks assessments for unit AUEC2-014
· Advanced Turning - 3 weeks additional block training and assessment for unit AME3/010
· Hand Fitting – 2-week basic hand-fitting course – Seta certificate
· CNC Milling – 4 Week block training – Seta certificate
· CNC turning – 4-week block training and assessment for unit AME3/006
· Technical drawing – 1-week basic training - Seta certificate
· Abrasive wheels – 1-day basic training - Seta certificate
Knowledge training year 1
Learners will spend one day per week doing their knowledge training towards the following units;
· AME3/001 – Engineering and environmental health and safety
· AME3/002 – Engineering communications
· AME3/003 – Properties and applications of engineering materials
· AME3/004 Engineering Mathematics
Year 2: Your apprentice would attend day release at Seta one day a week (September – July) to complete the second year of the Level 3 Extended diploma in Machining (Development Knowledge). An assessor from Seta will come in to company every 5 weeks to work on a portfolio of evidence.
Year 2 Knowledge training (day release)
Learners will come back to Seta one day per week doing their knowledge training towards the following units;
· AME3/014 – Further Engineering Mathematics
· AME3/015 – Engineering inspection and quality control
· AME3/017 – Mechanical Principles (additional unit above required for progression opportunity)
· AME3/023 – Workplace improvement or AME3/24 Additive Manufacturing TBD by Seta
Year 3: An assessor from Seta will come in to company every 5 weeks with a formal review every 10 to support the compilation of their portfolio of evidence.
Year 4: An assessor from Seta will come in to company every 5 weeks to work on a portfolio of evidence, as well as preparing for the endpoint assessment at month 42.
Training Outcome:
The vacancy offers enhancement of skills and qualifications and once qualified, opportunities could arise for progression to higher education and employer promotion
Employer Description:Seta is a long-established, not-for-profit engineering and business training provider based in North East England. We deliver accredited, industry recognised training, including apprenticeships, up to an advanced level. As a Group Training Association we have years of experience in working with companies in the engineering, manufacturing, process and related sectors.
We are a trusted training provider and have an exceptional track record of delivering for clients across a range of sectors – many of which are global household names - and we provide a launchpad for careers in engineering, manufacturing and related industries. We work with a broad spectrum of companies, from sole traders to multi-nationals.
At Seta, apprentices, course delegates and trainees experience practical learning, acquiring practical skills for use in real life, industrial and office working environments. Our apprenticeships cover both engineering and business disciplines.Working Hours :Days and shifts to be confirmed.Skills: Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Enthusiasm....Read more...
