Apprentice Business Administrator TRUSTEES OF FAIRHAVEN GARDEN TRUST

Great opportunity to learn Business Administration in the spectacular 137 acres of ancient woodland, woodland garden and water garden and including South Walsham inner Broad. A nationally recognised qualification, time available for training. Great working environment working with a not for profit charity.

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Closing date: 21 May 2024

Apprenticeship summary

  • Annual wage

    £12,480.00 to £22,308.00

    Access to grounds on days off with friends or family. Free access to events. Free hot drinks and discounted restaurant food from the tearoom. Free Parking.

    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 8.30am - 4.30pm, Tuesday 8.30am - 4.30pm, Wednesday 8.30am - 4.30pm and Friday 8.30am - 4.30pm. Plus college day. *Days may change depending on college days. To include 1 weekend per month in lieu of 2 weekdays.

    Total hours per week: 37.50

  • Expected duration

    18 Months

  • Possible start date

    13 Sep 2024

  • Date posted

    02 May 2024

  • Apprenticeship level

    Advanced
    Level 3 (A level)

  • Reference number

    VAC1000248787

  • Positions

    1 available

What you will do in your working day

  • Maintain smooth running of the office
  • Liaising with management about any specific requirements
  • Coordinate diaries and ensure all customer queries are answered in good time
  • Answering customer emails and telephone calls
  • Taking CNP payments over the phone
  • Ensuring any relevant paperwork is filed correctly
  • Help solve staff and customer queries on site
  • Recording and typing up meeting minutes
  • Ensuring alarms and lighting checks are conducted in line with requirements
  • Ensuring first aid boxes are in date and well stocked
  • Ensuring policies and risk assessments are up to date
  • Ensure office areas remain a tidy and useable space

The training you will be getting

Apprenticeship Course - Business Administrator.

Apprenticeship Level -Advanced (Level 3).

For the full apprenticeship, learners will complete:

  • Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard
  • Level 2 Functional Skills in English
  • Level 2 Functional Skills in Maths. Apprentices must pass their Level 2 Functional Skills qualifications before they enter the gateway to the End Point Assessment (EPA).
  • For the End Point Assessment, apprentices will undertake a knowledge test, portfolio-based interview and project presentation.
  • Apprentices must attend college sessions once a week (term-time) at the Ipswich Road campus, located near Norwich city centre.

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

A position may be available for the right candidate following successful completion of the apprenticeship. The business is looking for somebody who wants to develop and gain a full-time position following their apprenticeship.


Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Team working, Initiative

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent English (Grade 4) Essential
GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 4) Essential

About the employer

A 137-acre woodland with a private broad, tearoom, gift shop and regular events open to tourist visitors and over 1000 members. We are a nonprofit charitable trust who work to maintain the historic woodland and create a suitable environment for the wildlife we house.

Employer

TRUSTEES OF FAIRHAVEN GARDEN TRUST

Address

SCHOOL ROAD

SOUTH WALSHAM

NORWICH

NR13 6DZ

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Training

Training provider

CITY COLLEGE NORWICH

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

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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