Grading/Office Assistant Apprentice UK GRADING LTD

Velocity Academy has an exciting new opportunity for a Grading/Office Assistant with Majesty Grading Company. The role will include enhancing skills in multiple areas of the business from the physical card grading side, database management, digital marketing, office administration and much more.

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Closing date: 20 Oct 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £15,000.00

    Annual Leave, Bonus Scheme, Event Trips to UK & EU cities/Card Shows

  • Working week

    Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm

    Total hours per week: 35

  • Expected duration

    15 Months

  • Possible start date

    23 Oct 2023

  • Date posted

    13 Sep 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000198280

  • Positions

    1 available

What will the apprentice be doing?

There are multiple areas and tasks within the business that will be available for the successful candidate to trial and learn about.

The role will focus heavily on the physical grading of the cards however other key areas in the business like use of machinery, digital marketing, quality checking, data entry, office administration and more will be available to explore.

Your duties and responsibilities in this role will consist of:

  • Assistant to Head Grader
  • Data Entry
  • Quality Checking
  • Photography of Trading Cards
  • Office Administration
  • Digital Marketing

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

Velocity apprenticeship training programmes are delivered virtually by our fully qualified and industry experienced training team. Using their expert knowledge, they will provide the skills necessary to succeed in the workplace and to expand future career prospects.

Throughout the apprenticeship learners receive coaching, help and guidance from a dedicated team who are there to ensure they get the most from their programme.

Successful completion of this apprenticeship gives you an accredited Level 3 Business Administration, with training in how to:

  • Use multiple IT packages and systems in order to write letters/emails, perform financial processes and analyse data
  • Produce accurate records and documents including emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals
  • Exercise proactivity and good judgement, in order to make effective decisions based on sound reasoning
  • Plan and organise a variety of different tasks in order to manage the expectations of colleagues at all levels
  • Manage projects, including the use of tools to scope, plan, monitor and report

For a full list of programme modules visit: velocity-academy.co.uk

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

  • We are keen to find someone who can find their position within our business and become a real team player, working positively towards a permanent role which would be offered once the apprenticeship is complete

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 5 GCSE's including English & Maths (Grade A*-C/9-4 or equivalent) Essential

About the employer

Majesty Grading Company is the UK’s number one TCG & Sport card grading service. We authenticate, grade the condition and protect high valued trading cards like pokemon, football and much more. We require someone with the same passion and excitement for collectibles as us!

Employer

UK GRADING LTD

Address

Business & Technology Centre

Bessemer Drive

Stevenage

SG1 2DX

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Training

Training provider

VELOCITY 1ST LIMITED

Contact

Tom Crossland

thomas.crossland@velocity-academy.co.uk

07887340679

Apprenticeship standard

Business administrator

Level 3 (A level)

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