Annual wage £12,979.20 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, times to be confirmed (TBC). Total hours per week: 39 Expected duration 18 Months Possible start date 22 May 2024 Date posted 09 Apr 2024 Apprenticeship level Advanced Level 3 (A level) Reference number VAC1000242608 Positions 1 available What you will do in your working day Your duties will include, but are not limited to; answering telephone calls and dealing with them in an appropriate manner, record keeping and other administrative work, etc. The job holder will be responsible for providing general administrative support to the department to further develop and enhance the service the department provides. You’ll be working alongside a team of people who thrive in a busy atmosphere. General duties include: Be proficient in using Excel and Word programmes to aid the team Answering the telephone in a professional and helpful manner Responsible for co-ordinating the correspondence from customers General administrative duties including typing correspondence by e-mail and letter Entering data onto internal systems with a high level of accuracy and speed Tracking internal projects including results from work flows and testing Working with various databases to extract and manipulate information Assisting with large mail shots, which will include photocopying and manually folding a large volume of marketing material Organising meetings and producing appropriate papers, i.e., agenda and minutes Creating presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint where required Assisting with compliance duties and regulations. Assisting the team Secretary/PA with duties as and when required Any other duties requested by the line manager The training you will be getting Training will be at Doncaster College where you will access a wide range of facilities on offer. Day release. You will undertake The Level 3 Business Administration apprenticeship standard. https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/business-administrator-v1-0 You will undertake Functional Skills for English and/or Maths if needed. You will undertake both on and off-the-job training by a team of industry-qualified professionals to give you the best skills, knowledge, and experience. What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship Successful completion of the apprenticeship could lead to a higher-level apprenticeship or full-time employment for the right candidate. Requirements and prospects Desired skills and personal qualities Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Problem solving skills, Administrative skills, Analytical skills, Team working, Initiative, Proactive and Focussed, Good knowledge of MS Programs Qualifications GCSE or equivalent English and Math (Grade C/4 or above) Essential Things to consider Desirable specifications: First Aid, Willing to undertake development and training opportunities, Knowledge or interest in working in the rail industry, Valid UK driving licence or ability to travel to and from work and college on time. Apprentices are paid for their normal working hours and training that's part of their apprenticeship (usually one day per week).