Governance, Assurance and Data Protection Assistant Apprentice

Summary

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an apprentice to work for emh in the Governance, Risk and Assurance Team, based in our Coalville office. Undertake all aspects of administration as required to support the Governance, Risk, Assurance and Data Protection function.

Wage

£22,222.20 a year

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Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm (Annualised hours Contract)

35 hours a week

Start date

Saturday 21 June 2025

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you'll do at work

This varied and exciting role will enable you to develop a wide range of skills and experience in a crucial area of the business.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Undertake all aspects of administration as required to support the Governance, Risk, Assurance and Data Protection function, including but not limited to: accurate and timely minute taking, collating and distributing board and committee papers, raising of purchase orders, record keeping, filing, updating information channels for board and committee members, scanning, maintaining document and contract records, logging and maintaining accurate records of data protection and access to information queries or concerns and ensuring that Governance and data protection information on the Group’s external websites is up to date
Organise and schedule meetings, maintaining effective diary management, taking minutes and producing documentation as required
Monitor and manage queries or requests to ensure they are responded to in a timely manner, and in accordance with policies, procedures and legal and regulatory requirements
Ensure all governance, risk, assurance and data protection related policies, processes and procedures meet in-house guidelines, are appropriately published and accessible to those who need them
Support in the maintenance of up-to-date risk and assurance maps, data protection registers etc.
Liaise with tenants and other data subjects on queries or concerns relating to data protection requests
Scan, photocopy and maintain documents in line with data protection guidelines
Deal with basic office management such as stationery supplies and post
Use the IT systems to maintain records as required
Always maintain confidentiality and handle all information in accordance with the Data Protection Policy
Provide ad hoc administrative support to other areas of Corporate Services (such as Executive Director support, Health and Safety and Communications), where appropriate

Leadership and Corporate Responsibilities

Work effectively with other team members to meet deadlines and provide excellent customer service
Maintain strong links and working relationships with internal customers
Promote and lead by example on equality, diversity and inclusion
Contribute to improving and implementing new/revised processes
Ensure adherence to data security and protection policies and processes

Special Instructions:

To uphold the vision and values of the emh group and emh homes
To take individual responsibility for ensuring that a continuously improving and effective professional customer service is delivered
To ensure a safe working environment in accordance with Health and Safety Regulations
To attend fire drills and staff meetings
To attend training events as required
To maintain an awareness of current instructions circulated by staff meetings, departmental and head office bulletins, circular letters or by verbal or written information given by your Responsible Officer
To respect the confidential nature of personal information
To recognise and promote emh group’s Equality and Diversity Strategy

Full training will be provided in all areas to meet with the apprenticeship programme.

Where you'll work

Memorial House
Whitwick Business Park
Coalville
Leicestershire
LE67 4JP

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

P.T.P. TRAINING LIMITED

Your training course

Business administrator (level 3)

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What you'll learn

Course contents

Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.
Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.
Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.
Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.
Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.
Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.
Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.
Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.

Your training plan

Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
Functional skills in maths and English if required
Internal relevant training courses as required for the job

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4 and above)
Maths (grade 4 and above)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Administrative skills
Logical
Team working
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience

Other requirements

It is important that the successful candidate can respect the confidential nature of personal information and privacy. This is a hybrid role offering a combination of working in the Head Office in Coalville and working from home. It is a very busy environment. This post is subject to DBS clearance.

About this company

emh group is an independent, profit-for-purpose organisation that provides high quality, affordable homes and support services. Today, we have more than 21,000 properties in more than 40 local authority areas across the region and we provide care and support to hundreds more customers. Our vision is to be the best social housing and care business in the country, leading the market as service provider and employer. We offer a friendly, open environment and encourage professional development among all our employees.

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Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

It is expected that upon completion of the apprenticeship there may be an opportunity to remain in a full-time position or progress further within the organisation onto a suitable pathway

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

P.T.P. TRAINING LIMITED

PTP Recruits

ptprecruits@ptp-training.co.uk

01922651100

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000319131.

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