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Business Administration Apprentice DORSET HOME CARE LIMITED

Home Instead Dorchester are looking to recruit a Business Administration Apprentice at their established offices in Dorchester. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing employer who are looking to expand their team by recruiting an apprentice. The role will be varied and would suit somebody who has an interest in the care industry.

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

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Closing date: 27 Feb 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £7,503.60 to £14,820.00

    Wages explained

    Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).

    Minimum Wage Rates

  • Working week

    Monday 9am – 3pm Tuesday College Day Wednesday 9am – 3pm Thursday 9am – 3pm Friday 9am – 2pm

    Total hours per week: 30

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    01 Mar 2023

  • Date posted

    24 Oct 2022

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000100752

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

  • To offer admin support to all aspects of the business
  • Ensure all filing and data is up to date
  • To greet all visitors to the office in a polite professional manner, directing them to relevant office staff member to resolve any queries
  • To answer phones calls in a polite professional manner, passing on clear messages
  • To undertake any support or admin duties as required by Franchise Owner or Care Manager
  • To help allocate and perform care visits when required
  • To assist with On Call duties as detailed on the On Call Rota

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

  • The Business Administration Apprentice will work towards a Level 3 Business Administrator qualification via Weymouth College and will at the same time have formal training delivered by Home Instead.
  • Functional skills in Maths and English if required.

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Prospect of progression to a higher level apprenticeship qualification and to progress within the business. Prospect of a permanent position for the right candidate on completion of the Apprenticeship and for onward progression within the organisation.

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, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Creative, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade C/4) Desired
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade C/4) Desired

About the employer

Home Instead Dorchester is an award-winning home care company that offers the best in-home services throughout Poundbury & Weymouth. We provide care and support to allow individuals to lead fulfilled lives in a safe & familiar surroundings where they feel most comfortable, in the place they call home. At Home Instead Dorchester, we believe that everyone should be able to stay at home surrounded by their belongings and precious memories for as long as they possibly can. Our goal is to help you make that happen. Each care package we provide is tailored to the individual’s needs and requirements; whether you need an hour a day with visiting care or a private live-in carer reside in your home, we have home care services that can support everyone to get the best out of their life. From hourly home care to 24-hour live-in care, we're confident we can support your loved one to live a happy life at home. We have a wide range of home care services available to support independent living. From companionship Care Services to specialist care such as Alzheimer's care, helping people with dementia or other health conditions, we can provide the care you need when you need it. Our options are either hourly visiting care where a Care Pro will visit the home for an hour (or however long required) or a live-in carer that resides in your home and works the hours agreed when you need to support the most. Home care and live-in care are the safest alternatives to care and allow you to remain at home without the need to move into a residential care facility. Domiciliary care Home Help & Housekeeping Live-in care Dementia Care Respite care Palliative care Companionship service Overnight Care Domestic tasks Social interaction Daily activities Social activities Companionship care Specialist Care Physical activities 24 Hour Care Personal Tasks

Employer

DORSET HOME CARE LIMITED

Address

31 HIGH WEST STREET

DORCHESTER

DT1 1UP

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Training

Training provider

WEYMOUTH COLLEGE

Apprenticeship standard

Business administrator

Level 3 (A level)

Employer's Application Instructions

Applicants to apply on the Weymouth College website and submit an application.

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

Apply now

Closing date: 27 Feb 2023