Introduction

This is an exciting opportunity to begin your career in business administration while gaining a nationally recognised qualification. As a Business Administration Apprentice, you will become an important member of the Social Enterprise Kent team, supporting the smooth day-to-day running of our Margate office.

About the Employer

Social Enterprise Kent is an award-winning community organisation, passionate about improving lives and supporting communities in Kent & Medway. We believe in the power of social enterprise to effect positive change in our communities, and the importance of partnership working in all sectors.

What You'll Do

Be the first point of contact for visitors, providing a warm and professional welcome.
Answer telephone calls, respond to enquiries and direct messages to the appropriate team members.
Maintain a consistent office presence during office opening hours.
Carry out weekly office checks to ensure meeting rooms and workspaces are clean, tidy and well presented.
Monitor office supplies and replenish stock where required.
Receive incoming post and parcels, updating internal tracking systems accurately.
Scan invoices and bills to the finance team and maintain appropriate filing systems.
Ensure office displays, certificates and noticeboards remain current and up to date.
Support the organisation's health & safety procedures by completing weekly office inspections.
Update the health & safety action log with any identified issues and attend monthly health & safety meetings.
Carry out monthly first aid equipment checks to ensure supplies remain compliant.
Support the onboarding of new team members by updating internal records and well-being calendars.
Help coordinate staff well-being activities, including team lunches and Lunch & Learn sessions
Monitor the shared info@ inbox and forward enquiries to the appropriate colleagues.
Maintain internal resources such as the Cost of Living Directory and Christmas Support information.
Provide administrative support for organisational events and projects where appropriate.
Undertake any other administrative duties appropriate to the role.

Training Outcome

Potential full-time position

Skills Required

Communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Creative

Qualifications

Essential - GCSE - English - 4/C
Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4/C

Course Information

Course: Business administrator (level 3)

Level: 3

Route: Business and administration

Apprenticeship Level: Advanced

Working Arrangements

Working Week: Minimum of 30 hours per week, office hours are Monday-Friday between 9am-5pm (with ½ hour unpaid lunch per day).

Expected Duration: 1 Year 6 Months

Training Provider: EKC GROUP

This employer is part of the Disability Confident scheme, committed to employing disabled people.

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