Apprentice Business Administrator Level 3 HEIGHT LIFT & SHIFT LIMITED

Great opportunity with an expanding company. You will provide administration support to the business, ensuring company procedures, processes and records are accurately followed and maintained, to ensure compliance with legal and best practice requirements.

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Closing date: 29 Nov 2023

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £10,982.40 to £21,673.60

    The starting rate will depend upon experience. The salary is negotiable

    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 to Friday 8.30am - 5.00pm with 30-minutes unpaid lunch.

    Total hours per week: 40.0

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    30 Nov 2023

  • Date posted

    16 Oct 2023

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000205854

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

This role would suit a candidate that enjoys being organised, up to date and having things in order, with a desire to understand more about the how the administration of a business works for future development.

Excellent customer service and continual improvement drive the success of our business and as part of our recent ISO audits we are proud to have received best practice commendations for Leadership, Staff Development, Training & Competencies, Communication and Supplier Management.

Therefore, to be part of this journey, candidates should be diligent and organised, motivated by ability to learn, inquisitive and reliable. Must also be in possession of excellent communication and interpersonal skills; both verbal and written, as well as being proficient time-managers and genuine team players.

You will liaise with: Sales, Operations, Accounts/Finance, Technical/Engineering, Trainers, Suppliers, Customers & Marketing.

The main tasks of job:

  • Purchase invoice processing
  • Sales invoice processing
  • Repair quote processing
  • Repair order processing
  • Planned maintenance visits processing
  • Maintenance of customer records
  • Maintenance of supplier records
  • Timely and accurate maintenance of company record
  • Provide general assistance to other members of the team where necessary

The Apprenticeship Training Programme forms part of your contract of employment; you are provided with time to study at work and attend workshop sessions via Teams through Kirklees College - the study day is on a Thursday.

The apprenticeship programme will help your personal and professional development, the requirements to complete the programme are as follows:

  • Attend and be punctual for all induction sessions and be punctual for all lessons
  • Complete all required assignments
  • Build up your portfolio of evidence
  • Access support from your tutor/assessor and manager as and when required

The training you will be getting

  • Business Administration Level 3 Apprenticeship
  • The responsibilities of the role are to support and engage with different parts of the organisation and interact with internal or external customers. With a focus on adding value, the role of business administrator contributes to the efficiency of an organisation, through support of functional areas, working across teams and resolving issues as requested. The flexibility and responsiveness required allows the apprentice to develop a wide range of skills
  • The business administrator is expected to deliver their responsibilities efficiently and with integrity - showing a positive attitude. The role involves demonstrating strong communication skills (both written and verbal) and adopting a proactive approach to developing skills
  • The business administrator is also expected to show initiative, managing priorities and your own time, problem-solving skills, decision-making and the potential for people management responsibilities through mentoring or coaching others
  • You will cover the necessary Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours, gather evidence and attend workshop / taught classes throughout the duration then complete an End Point Assessment

The End Point Assessment involves:

  • Portfolio Development
  • Presentation
  • Multi-Choice Test
  • Professional Observation Professional Discussion/Interview

You will be given paid time off for study to achieve your apprenticeship.

The apprenticeship programme to be undertaken will be dependent upon the successful candidates' qualifications and experience. You may be required to complete the Level 2 apprenticeship before progressing on to the Level 3.

Should you be offered the Level 2 Customer Service apprenticeship, on successful completion, you may be offered the opportunity to later progress onto the level 3 qualification. Each course will cover a range of Skills, Knowledge and Behaviours as outlined by the apprenticeship standard, these will be transferable and suitable to an administration role in any sector.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

  • There is a strong possibility that you will gain a full time position and there are also progression opportunities for other training and or further apprenticeship training courses, subject to successful competion of the apprenticeship and satisfactory employment

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Customer care skills, Team working, Initiative, Excellent attendance, Excellent timekeeping

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Math and English (Grade Grade C/4 or above) Essential
A Level or equivalent Business or relevant subject (Grade Grade C/4 or above) Desired
BTEC or equivalent Business Level 2 or 3 (Grade Pass Merit or Distinction) Desired
Other Excellent ICT experience (Grade Word, Excel and Outlook) Essential
Other Work experience in an office or customer fucussed (Grade 1 year) Essential

Things to consider

Following applying for this vacancy the first stage, after your initial application, will involve a meeting with Nichola Barnes . If you do not attend this arranged meeting your application will not progress any further. For any further information on this vacancy please contact Nichola Barnes at Kirklees College on E-mail: apprenticeships@kirkleescollege.ac.uk Mobile Number: 07788 39 00 25. The position may close early so applicants soon to avoid disappointment.

About the employer

Height Lift & Shift Limited (HLS) is the trusted working at height partner for dozens of prestigious organisations. We’re committed to creating a supportive culture where we learn and grow together. As such, we’re committed to the following core values. As a working at height solutions provider we deliver to a diverse range of companies ranging from chocolate manufacturers to premier league football clubs and Stately homes to the car manufacturers.  We sell to 5% of the Forbes Top Global 100 companies and 1 of the 2 largest companies in the world as well as enjoying the perks of having the largest global food and drink manufacturer as our customer.

Employer

HEIGHT LIFT & SHIFT LIMITED

Address

CARRWOOD PARK

SELBY ROAD

SWILLINGTON COMMON

LS15 4LG

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Training

Training provider

KIRKLEES COLLEGE

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

  • training
  • qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
  • industry or sector experience

Contact

Nichola Barnes

apprenticeships@kirkleescollege.ac.uk

07788390025

Apprenticeship standard

Business administrator

Level 3 (A level)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications


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