Business Administration Apprentice DMA GROUP LTD

We have an exciting opportunity to train as a Business Administration Apprentice. You will be supporting our friendly and motivated team in all aspects of running a busy office with a focus on supporting our HR Manager. This is an exciting and unique opportunity for an ambitious individual. Handle correspondence and communication.

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

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Closing date: 22 Jun 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,982.40

  • Working week

    Monday to Friday. Option to work 8.00am - 4.00pm or 8.30am - 4.30pm. 30 minutes lunch, unpaid.

    Total hours per week: 37.5

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    26 Jun 2023

  • Date posted

    21 Apr 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000156537

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

An exciting opportunity to join our friendly and motivated People Team. The successful candidate will be required to complete the following tasks:

  • Handle correspondence and communication.
  • Prepare documents and presentations.
  • Prepare agendas and meeting materials.
  • Assist with general running of the office.
  • Interview preparation.
  • Job advert writing.
  • Conduct research and gather data.
  • Support managers and employees in procedures, personnel issues, and recruitment.
  • On boarding.
  • Assisting with administration for training and development programmes.
  • Organising and maintaining personnel records.
  • Company event organisation.
  • Reasonable ad hoc duties.

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

  • Business Administrator Level 3 Standard.
  • 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 will 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, Creative, Initiative, Patience, Maintain confidentiality, Maintain professionalism, Flexibility, Able to work independently, Emotional intelligence, Empathy, Compassionate, Respectful

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. Travel Information - Nearest Station is Strood. 34 minutes’ walk.

About the employer

DMA staff are not just employees but a close family of highly motivated and mutually supportive people This is an exciting and unique opportunity to work for an established UK company. This is a place where you can really shine and build a career. DMA Group is a Facilities Management Company providing services to residential and corporate clients including - Energy, Building & Electrical Maintenance. DMA will provide you with in-house experience and knowledge to allow you to support your colleagues and customers to focus on what’s important while providing 24/7/365 customer care.

Employer

DMA GROUP LTD

Address

Beaufort House

Sir Thomas Longley Road

Rochester

ME2 4FB

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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: 22 Jun 2023