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Apprentice Administrator JGF ELECTRICAL AND BUILDING SERVICES LIMITED

The administrator will support the day to day running of the business within the administration sector and assist the office manager with general ad hoc admin duties. They will also assist with managing the warehouse and stock enquiries, from purchase order to supplier invoice, and restocking of our engineer vans.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 27 Oct 2022

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £9,600.00

    A pay review will take place after 6 months of service.

  • Working week

    Monday – Friday. 9.00am – 5.00pm. Unpaid 1 hour unpaid lunch break.

    Total hours per week: 35

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    07 Nov 2022

  • Date posted

    24 Aug 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000080376

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

We are looking to hire an Administrator to assist with the busy office and working alongside the office manager. The role will include ad hoc administrative duties, and you will work as part of a team to ensure the day to day running of the business runs smoothly.

Main Duties:

  • Providing office support to management team
  • Keeping organised with all filing
  • Assist with research where required
  • Answering office telephone
  • Assisting with CRM System
  • Managing stock levels within the warehouse, and engineers’ vans
  • Following purchasing process’ through from PO to invoice
  • Assisting with the processing or supplier invoices and statements
  • General data entry where required
  • Dealing with post and deliveries

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

  • Business Administration Level 3.
  • On the job training with the employer whilst working towards the apprenticeship standard.  
  • Regular work-based assessments/observations carried out by Kent Training & apprenticeships tutor assessor, to determine competency and meet with awarding body standards.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • Potential for full time employment for the right candidate.
  • Many employers retain apprentices in full/part time positions.
  • The qualifications you gain can also help you to get into higher education or other employment.
  • Being an apprentice gives you the opportunity to gain a recognised qualification and developing professional skills whilst earning a salary, inside some of Kent’s best companies.
  • Once the apprenticeship has been achieved you will have the skills, abilities, and experience to update and enhance your CV, to make it attractive to potential employers.

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills, Logical, Team working, Good Time Management, Good telephone manner, Ability to multitask, Willing to learn, Good work ethic

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 9-4 (A*-C)) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 9-4 (A*-C)) Essential

Things to consider

Interview - We will be interviewing candidates who meet the criteria as they apply and will recruit after a successful interview which may be before the closing date. Reality Check - You will be responsible for your travel expenses to and from your place of work. Therefore, you must have the means to get to your place of work daily whilst waiting for your first wages to be paid.

About the employer

We are a small family business, that is growing rapidly. We are an electrical contractor, that works mainly across the commercial sector, and complete a small portion of domestic works.

Employer

JGF ELECTRICAL AND BUILDING SERVICES LIMITED

Address

Unit 8

165a Heath Lane

Dartford

DA1 2TW

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Training

Training provider

KENT COUNTY COUNCIL

Contact

Kent Training and Apprenticeships Business Support Team

KT&A@kent.gov.uk

0800 731 4297

Apprenticeship standard

Business administrator

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

This employer has requested all applicants to apply through Kent Training and Apprenticeships online application system – Therefore, to apply for this position, please click on the link below and follow the online instructions.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

Apply now

Closing date: 27 Oct 2022