Below you will find a list of our current Apprenticeship vacancies.

Business Admin Apprentice
Stoke Gifford, Bristol

About Amcor
Amcor is a global leader in responsible global packaging solutions supplying a broad range of plastic (rigid & flexible), fibre, metal and glass packaging products to enhance the products consumers use in everyday life. Amcor also provides packaging related services that help customers succeed through collaboration and innovation driven by art + science.

About Weston College Apprenticeship Service
Weston College’s Apprenticeship Service works to fulfil the full potential of young people in new careers to learn skills and gain qualifications whilst gaining valuable experience and pay in the workplace. We offer over 40 different Apprenticeships covering many different industry sectors and areas of business. Current funding is limited to candidates aged 16-18 years.

The Role
You will be providing business admin support to all departments within the company. Filing, photocopying, scanning covering reception at regular slots including holiday cover, distribution of documents throughout the company and making sure that office printers are working efficiently and full of paper and toner etc.

The Candidate
The successful candidate must possess a minimum of GCSE (or equivalent) grade C in Maths and English. Have excellent communication and customer service skills. With a genuine motivation to achieve the Apprenticeship Framework.

Salary
The salary will be an apprentice wage of £95 per week, based on a 37 ½ hour working week.

The Qualifications
NVQ Level 2 Apprenticeship in Business Administration

How does the apprenticeship work?
Assessments are carried out through projects, practical skills tests and observations of you at work. You will have a personal Assessor who is a specialist in business administration who will support and guide you throughout your qualification. Your Assessor will visit you at your place of work, usually every 3-4 weeks, review your progress; observe and assess your performance and plan the next stage towards the achievement of your qualification.

The qualification will be gained by one-to-one assessment in your workplace and by you producing a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate competence. Assessment will be against a set of national standards which the industry believes are essential to effectively perform the role of an administrator.

Having an Assessor who visits you at work is a really convenient way of doing a qualification as it means that you receive one-to-one support, your NVQ will be tailored to your needs and you won’t have to travel anywhere.

How long will it take me to complete my apprenticeship?
Apprenticeships are very flexible, which means that there are no set timescales to start or finish an apprenticeship. The amount of time will depend on each person’s experience as an administrator and their own personal situation. On average, most people successfully complete within 12 - 18 months.

What are the costs?
Apprenticeships are open to those aged 16 years and over. The Business Enterprise Centre can access a range of financial subsidies, subject to certain eligibility criteria. The costs of training can be fully subsidised for people aged 16 - 18 – for candidates over 18 please ask us for details of current funding options. In cases where no subsidies are available, standard costs will apply.

What do I need to do next?

To Apply

To apply for this position or to see other opportunities please visit the National Apprenticeship Service’s Website. Click on the apprenticeship vacancies section. If you have not used this service before you will need to register (free).

www.apprenticeships.org.uk

For further information

If you are interested in finding out more about this Business Administration Apprenticeship qualification or our other apprenticeship opportunities please contact the Apprenticeship Team at The Business Enterprise Centre on 01934 411594.

Closing Date: TBC

Business Admin Apprentice X 2
Weston-super-Mare

About Liberata
Liberata is one of the UK’s leading providers of outsourced business processes. With over 2,500 employees across more than 20 UK locations, Liberata improves, streamlines and simplifies complex operational processes, with a strong commitment to delivering ‘Value for Money’ to its clients and to making a contribution to the communities within which it works.

About Weston College Apprenticeship Service
Weston College’s Apprenticeship Service works to fulfil the full potential of young people in new careers to learn skills and gain qualifications whilst gaining valuable experience and pay in the workplace. We offer over 40 different Apprenticeships covering many different industry sectors and areas of business. Current funding is limited to candidates aged 16-18 years.

The Role
Your key tasks and responsibilities will be taking incoming calls from customer who will be ringing with questions regarding their Council Tax Bill. You will also be making outgoing calls to customers.

The Candidate
The successful candidate will possess the drive and commitment to a ‘one team’ approach for Customer Service delivery. Have the ability to deal with customers, that through there circumstances or behaviour often place the job holder under emotional demands. A good knowledge of Microsoft Office and excellent communication skills is essential. You will also need to possess a minimum of 4 GCSE’s or equivalent at Grade C or above.

Salary
The salary will be an apprentice wage of £230 per week

The Qualifications
NVQ Level 2 Apprenticeship in Business Administration

How does the apprenticeship work?
Assessments are carried out through projects, practical skills tests and observations of you at work. You will have a personal Assessor who is a specialist in business administration who will support and guide you throughout your qualification. Your Assessor will visit you at your place of work, usually every 3-4 weeks, review your progress; observe and assess your performance and plan the next stage towards the achievement of your qualification.

The qualification will be gained by one-to-one assessment in your workplace and by you producing a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate competence. Assessment will be against a set of national standards which the industry believes are essential to effectively perform the role of an administrator.

Having an Assessor who visits you at work is a really convenient way of doing a qualification as it means that you receive one-to-one support, your NVQ will be tailored to your needs and you won’t have to travel anywhere.

How long will it take me to complete my apprenticeship?
Apprenticeships are very flexible, which means that there are no set timescales to start or finish an apprenticeship. The amount of time will depend on each person’s experience as an administrator and their own personal situation. On average, most people successfully complete within 12 - 18 months.

What are the costs?
Apprenticeships are open to those aged 16 years and over. The Business Enterprise Centre can access a range of financial subsidies, subject to certain eligibility criteria. The costs of training can be fully subsidised for people aged 16 - 18 – for candidates over 18 please ask us for details of current funding options. In cases where no subsidies are available, standard costs will apply.

What do I need to do next?

To Apply

To apply for this position or to see other opportunities please visit the National Apprenticeship Service’s Website. Click on the apprenticeship vacancies section. If you have not used this service before you will need to register (free).

www.apprenticeships.org.uk

For further information

If you are interested in finding out more about this Business Administration Apprenticeship qualification or our other apprenticeship opportunities please contact the Apprenticeship Team at The Business Enterprise Centre on 01934 411594.

Closing Date: TBC

Health & Social Care Apprentice

Weston-super-Mare

About Weston College Apprenticeship Service
Weston College’s Apprenticeship Service works to fulfil the full potential of young people in new careers to learn skills and gain qualifications whilst gaining valuable experience and pay in the workplace. We offer over 40 different Apprenticeships covering many different industry sectors and areas of business. Current funding is limited to candidates aged 16-18 years.

The Role
You will be carrying out domiciliary visits to clients' homes. The work is varied and interesting. You will always be working alongside an experienced member of staff. Duties will range from personal care to carrying out shopping for the clients. Tasks may include all or some of the following: assisting service users to get up/go to bed, dressing and undressing, helping with personal hygiene such as going to the toilet, washing, bathing, shaving, hair care, and oral hygiene. Assisting with eating and drinking and dealing with dietary needs.


The Candidate
Full training will be provided to ensure that you have the necessary tools to do the job, however a good standard of education to GSCE level or equivalent is needed although all applications will be considered.
You will have the ability and confidence to work and assistance another member of staff and have a real passion for working with and caring for people. You will also need to posses excellent communication skills both written and verbally.

Salary
The salary will be an apprentice wage of £95 per week.

The Qualifications
Health and Social Care – NVQ Level 2

How does the apprenticeship work?
Assessments are carried out through projects, practical skills tests and observations of you at work. You will have a personal Assessor who is a specialist in Health and Social care who will support and guide you throughout your qualification. Your Assessor will visit you at your place of work, usually every 3-4 weeks, review your progress; observe and assess your performance and plan the next stage towards the achievement of your qualification.
The qualification will be gained by one-to-one assessment in your workplace and by you producing a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate competence. Assessment will be against a set of national standards which the industry believes are essential to effectively perform the role of a Trainee Domiciliary Care Assistant.
Having an Assessor who visits you at work is a really convenient way of doing a qualification as it means that you receive one-to-one support, your NVQ will be tailored to your needs and you won’t have to travel anywhere.

How long will it take me to complete my apprenticeship?
Apprenticeships are very flexible, which means that there are no set timescales to start or finish an apprenticeship. On average, most people successfully complete within 12 - 18 months.

What are the costs?
Apprenticeships are open to those aged 16 years and over. The Business Enterprise Centre can access a range of financial subsidies, subject to certain eligibility criteria. The costs of training can be fully subsidised for people aged 16 - 18 – for candidates over 18 please ask us for details of current funding options. In cases where no subsidies are available, standard costs will apply.

What do I need to do next?

To Apply
To apply for this position or to see other opportunities please visit the National Apprenticeship Service’s Website. Click on the apprenticeship vacancies section. If you have not used this service before you will need to register (free).

www.apprenticeships.org.uk

For further information
If you are interested in finding out more about this Health & Social Care Apprenticeship qualification or our other apprenticeship opportunities please contact the Apprenticeship Team at The Business Enterprise Centre on 01934 411594.

Closing Date: TBC

Permanent Job Opportunity on a Greek Island!

VLIHO YACHT CLUB - ISLAND OF LEFKAS - THE IONIAN SEA.

Chef required
A family run business is looking for a chef to work on the Island of Lefkas, such an exciting opportunity for the right candidate! You will report to the owners Vicky and Ruairi Bradley.

Main Responsibilities:
Prepare, cook and serve a variety of attractive menu meals that appeal to the Customers and are within agreed budgets; ensure at all times that sufficient stocks of ingredients are available, properly stored and used in rotation; supervise/support/motivate/develop the kitchen team to ensure a smooth and harmonious catering operation that happily delivers excellence at all times; ensure that all food hygiene requirements are met and maintained; accurately account for monies spent.

Principle Tasks:

• Agree menus with the owners operate within agreed budgets and produce agreed catering profits.
• When on duty personally to cook and supervise all meals prepared and delivered from the kitchen, so as to ensure that all such meals are appetising, attractive and enjoyable to eat.
• At all times to order sufficient food stuffs, cleaning agents and other catering consumables so as to ensure adequate and satisfactory stocks are available, and stored in the approved manner at all times, without causing waste by over stocking.
• Inspect all catering and cooking equipment and the kitchen itself regularly to ensure that it is clean, working efficiently and is safe to use.
• Train to a high standard the kitchen staff in all aspects of their work, including the proper and safe use of all knives, tools and equipment, and to ensure that they know, understand and practise accepted hygiene standards, with regard to kitchen routines and their personal dress and hygiene.

Person Profile:
Flexible, mature and has a sense of humour. Loyal, understand and share the company’s aspirations, enjoy working with customers, recognise the skills and contribution of others in the whole team. These are all essential attributes that we are seeking. To drive would be helpful and a liking for water activities would be good, as would a love of sun, sea, and wonderful scenery! Initially the appointment will be for a probationary 6 months and then for the right person a permanent contract will be offered. Pay will be in the region of 7/8 Euros per hour, plus the payment of employment insurance, and 4 weeks holidays to be taken outside of the season, which is May through to October.

If you are interested, please send a full CV, with copies of your qualifications, and a brief letter outlining why you think this role in Greece is for you to the address below. Interview will be held in Devon and the final selection to be made in Greece.

Send your CV to:
Mr. Andrew Chinneck.
11a, Fore Street,
Chudleigh,
Devon TQ13 0HX or andrewchinneck@btinternet.com

Trainee Business Administrator

Weston-super-Mare

About Weston College, University Campus
The campus accommodates more than 800 students and is the home for Art, Media and Design, Music, Weston College Sixth Form and Bath Spa University degree courses. It provides a landmark building for Weston-super-Mare and ensures Weston College continues to offer students the best facilities and resources in North Somerset.

About Weston College Apprenticeship Service
Weston College’s Apprenticeship Service works to fulfil the full potential of young people in new careers to learn skills and gain qualifications whilst gaining valuable experience and pay in the workplace. We offer over 40 different Apprenticeships covering many different industry sectors and areas of business.
Current funding is limited to candidates aged 16-18 years.

The Role
You will be working in a busy office environment carrying out administration duties such as; answering the telephone and taking messages, data input, photocopying, filing, general computer work etc. You will be working in a team, however be able to work on your own initiative when required.

The Candidate
A good standard of education to GSCE level or equivalent is needed although all applications will be considered.
You will already have the ability to work well under pressure and prioritise your workload. Good written and verbal skills and attention to detail are essential.
The ideal candidate will have a confident telephone manner, be self motivating and have a ECDL (IT) qualification

Salary
The salary will be an apprentice wage of £95 per week.

The Qualifications
Business Administration Apprenticeship (level 2) - Business Administration NVQ (level 2), Communication Skills (level 1), Application of Number (level 1) and a technical knowledge certificate.
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How does the apprenticeship work?
Assessments are carried out through projects, practical skills tests and observations of you at work. You will have a personal Assessor who is a specialist in business administration who will support and guide you throughout your qualification. Your Assessor will visit you at your place of work, usually every 3-4 weeks, review your progress; observe and assess your performance and plan the next stage towards the achievement of your qualification.
The qualification will be gained by one-to-one assessment in your workplace and by you producing a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate competence. Assessment will be against a set of national standards which the industry believes are essential to effectively perform the role of an administrator.
Having an Assessor who visits you at work is a really convenient way of doing a qualification as it means that you receive one-to-one support, your NVQ will be tailored to your needs and you won’t have to travel anywhere.

How long will it take me to complete my apprenticeship?
Apprenticeships are very flexible, which means that there are no set timescales to start or finish an apprenticeship. The amount of time will depend on each person’s experience as an administrator and their own personal situation. On average, most people successfully complete within 12 - 18 months.

What are the costs?
Apprenticeships are open to those aged 16 years and over. The Business Enterprise Centre can access a range of financial subsidies, subject to certain eligibility criteria. The costs of training can be fully subsidised for people aged 16 - 18 – for candidates over 18 please ask us for details of current funding options. In cases where no subsidies are available, standard costs will apply.

What do I need to do next?

To Apply
To apply for this position or to see other opportunities please visit the National Apprenticeship Service’s Website. Click on the apprenticeship vacancies section. If you have not used this service before you will need to register (free).

www.apprenticeships.org.uk

For further information
If you are interested in finding out more about this Business Administration Apprenticeship qualification or our other apprenticeship opportunities please contact the Apprenticeship Team at The Business Enterprise Centre on 01934 411594.

Closing Date: 30 July 2010

Business Administration Apprentice

Worle, Weston-super-Mare

About Weston College Apprenticeship Service
Weston College’s Apprenticeship Service works to fulfil the full potential of young people in new careers to learn skills and gain qualifications whilst gaining valuable experience and pay in the workplace. We offer over 40 different Apprenticeships covering many different industry sectors and areas of business. Current funding is limited to candidates aged 16-18 years.

The Role
You will be working in a professional and friendly First School in Worle. This will be a varied and interesting role, where you will be fully supported in your training. Your duties will include opening and distributing post, filing, photocopying, answering the phone (after training), typing up of documents and general office duties.

The Candidate
Full training will be provided to ensure that you have the necessary tools to do the job, however a good standard of education to GSCE level or equivalent is needed although all applications will be considered.
You will have the ability to work within a team and be able to use your initiative when necessary. You will also need to posses excellent communication skills both written and verbally and basic IT skills in Word, Excel and Microsoft Outlook.

Salary
The salary will be an apprentice wage of £95 per week.

The Qualifications
Business Administration– NVQ Level 2

How does the apprenticeship work?
Assessments are carried out through projects, practical skills tests and observations of you at work. You will have a personal Assessor who is a specialist in Business Administrations, who will guide you throughout your qualification. Your Assessor will visit you at your place of work, usually every 3-4 weeks, review your progress; observe and assess your performance and plan the next stage towards the achievement of your qualification.
The qualification will be gained by one-to-one assessment in your workplace and by you producing a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate competence. Assessment will be against a set of national standards which the industry believes are essential to effectively perform the role of a Business Administration Assistant.
Having an Assessor who visits you at work is a really convenient way of doing a qualification as it means that you receive one-to-one support, your NVQ will be tailored to your needs and you won’t have to travel anywhere.

How long will it take me to complete my apprenticeship?

Apprenticeships are very flexible, which means that there are no set timescales to start or finish an apprenticeship. On average, most people successfully complete within 12 - 18 months.

What are the costs?

Apprenticeships are open to those aged 16 years and over. The Business Enterprise Centre can access a range of financial subsidies, subject to certain eligibility criteria. The costs of training can be fully subsidised for people aged 16 - 18 – for candidates over 18 please ask us for details of current funding options. In cases where no subsidies are available, standard costs will apply.

What do I need to do next?

To Apply

To apply for this position or to see other opportunities please visit the National Apprenticeship Service’s Website. Click on the apprenticeship vacancies section. If you have not used this service before you will need to register (free).

www.apprenticeships.org.uk

For further information

If you are interested in finding out more about this Apprenticeship qualification or our other apprenticeship opportunities please contact the Apprenticeship Team at The Business Enterprise Centre on 01934 411594.

Closing Date: 16th July 2010

 

Business Administration Apprentice

Weston-super-Mare

About Caremark

The Caremark story started over 20 years ago in 1987, when MD Kevin Lewis entered the care industry, setting up a care home in Brighton and Hove. In 1993, Kevin was invited by Social Services to diversify his business activities into the provision of domiciliary care, which rapidly achieved impressive turnover and growth. .

Their award winning services continue to be some of the best in the country, and our staff are some of the best trained and most qualified in the healthcare business. We strive to provide excellent care at all times, within our portfolio of clinical services, which include, Residential Care, Nursing care, Day Care, Extra Care and Domiciliary Care.

About Weston College Apprenticeship Service

Weston College’s Apprenticeship Service works to fulfil the full potential of young people in new careers to learn skills and gain qualifications whilst gaining valuable experience and pay in the workplace. We offer over 40 different Apprenticeships covering many different industry sectors and areas of business. Current funding is limited to candidates aged 16-18 years.

The Role

You will be working as a Trainee Business Administrator, which will include the following duties: Filing, using Word and Excel packages, opening post, photocopying, updating databases, answering the phone and dealing with enquiries

The Candidate

Full training will be provided to ensure that you have the necessary tools to do the job, however a good standard of education to GSCE level or equivalent is needed although all applications will be considered.

You will have the ability to work within a team and be able to use your initiative when necessary.  You will also need to posses excellent communication skills both written and verbally.

Salary

The salary will be an apprentice wage of £95 per week.

The Qualifications

Business Administration– NVQ Level 2

How does the apprenticeship work?

Assessments are carried out through projects, practical skills tests and observations of you at work. You will have a personal Assessor who is a specialist in Business Administrations, who will guide you throughout your qualification. Your Assessor will visit you at your place of work, usually every 3-4 weeks, review your progress; observe and assess your performance and plan the next stage towards the achievement of your qualification.

The qualification will be gained by one-to-one assessment in your workplace and by you producing a portfolio of evidence to demonstrate competence. Assessment will be against a set of national standards which the industry believes are essential to effectively perform the role of a Business Administration Assistant.

Having an Assessor who visits you at work is a really convenient way of doing a qualification as it means that you receive one-to-one support, your NVQ will be tailored to your needs and you won’t have to travel anywhere.

How long will it take me to complete my apprenticeship?

Apprenticeships are very flexible, which means that there are no set timescales to start or finish an apprenticeship. On average, most people successfully complete within 12 - 18 months.

What are the costs?

Apprenticeships are open to those aged 16 years and over. The Business Enterprise Centre can access a range of financial subsidies, subject to certain eligibility criteria. The costs of training can be fully subsidised for people aged 16 - 18 – for candidates over 18 please ask us for details of current funding options. In cases where no subsidies are available, standard costs will apply.

What do I need to do next?

To Apply

To apply for this position or to see other opportunities please visit the National Apprenticeship Service’s Website. Click on the apprenticeship vacancies section. If you have not used this service before you will need to register (free).

www.apprenticeships.org.uk

For further information

If you are interested in finding out more about this  Apprenticeship qualification or our other apprenticeship opportunities please contact the Apprenticeship Team  at  The Business Enterprise Centre  on  01934  411594.

Closing Date: 30^th June 2010