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Business Admin Apprenticeship UK Guardians

This is a fantastic chance to learn a wide range of business admin skills within a small, supportive and successful company. The role will involve supporting international students; your days will be busy with interesting tasks and the chance to interact with a wide range of people, together with lots of opportunity to develop your career.

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Closing date: 11 Feb 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £14,000.00

    Wage may range from £12,000-£16,000 per annum (dependent on candidate’s experience/ skills)

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday 8.30 am to 4.30 pm.

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    28 Feb 2022

  • Date posted

    26 Oct 2021

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000022914

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

With support and supervision you will be:

  • Keeping up to date with day-to-day administration such as emails, phone calls, taking meeting minutes and organising folders.
  • Keeping the student management system up to date.
  • Supporting operations officer with operations around a student’s arrival and reporting any safeguarding issues.
  • Keeping up to date records of all student communications, host-family changes, student term dates, accommodation arrangements, student details and parent communications. 

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

In addition to the on the job training which will make up 80% of your job you will receive 20% off the job training to support the role and develop your personal and professional skills. This will be delivered by the employer and Skills & Learning and will mostly take place in the workplace. Online learning modules and workshops will also help you develop the underpinning knowledge required for the job role. You will work towards achievement of the Level 3 Business Admin Standard. DBS.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

We would hope to offer a permanent post on successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience, Willing to learn new skills

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English Language (Grade 4-9) Essential
A Level or equivalent Any Subject (Grade A-C) Desired
Other ICT (Grade High GCSE or equivalent) Essential

Things to consider

Candidates must be over 18 and have a full driving license. Please answer these questions in your application: Why would you like to work in an office supporting international students? What draws you to this role? From reading our information, and visiting our website, what aspects of the business most interest you and why?

About the employer

UK Guardians are experts in student support with over 15 years’ experience within the UK education system. We offer parents the peace of mind that their children will receive the best possible care whilst studying in the UK, ensuring the best learning experience, allowing focus on their studies and to enjoy the experience of studying overseas, with an excellent support network. We are also proud to offer summer and winter camp programmes as well as internships and work experience.

Employer

UK Guardians

Address

Biz Space Christchurch 2-8 Aerodrome Studios BH23 3TS

BH23 3TS

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Training

Training provider

BOURNEMOUTH CHRISTCHURCH AND POOLE COUNCIL

Contact

Julia Markus

jmarkus@salbcp.com

07786703671

Apprenticeship standard

Business administrator

Level 3 (A level)

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