Business Support Admin Apprentice

Location: Bromsgrove
Contract Type: 18-month Fixed Term Contract - 35 hours per week (Monday-Friday, 9am-5pm)
Salary: £13,778.79 per annum
Benefits: 30 days' Annual Leave (increasing to 35 with length of service) + Bank Holidays, Company Pension, Life Assurance, Employee Discount Scheme & Free On-site Parking

Welcome to Polaris, one of the UK's leading communities of children's service providers! For over 30 years, we have passionately transformed the lives of young people through our independent fostering and adoption agencies, residential care services, special educational needs schools, and bespoke children's services contracts.

Our nurturing community collaborates to ensure the best outcomes for every child in our care. We are ambitious for our children, families, and staff, and we believe in a brighter future for all.

Are you ready to kickstart your administrative career? We are on the lookout for a motivated Business Support Administration Apprentice to join our dynamic Business Support team. This apprenticeship offers a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced, progressive organization.

The ideal candidate will be eager to complete the Business Administration Level 3 qualification, with full study support provided!

• Provide essential administrative support to departmental colleagues, including procurement, insurance, social value, risk management, supplier services, and executive support.
• Prepare data and reports as needed.
• Maintain the department's systems, databases, and record-keeping.
• Manage inbound telephone calls and oversee outgoing and incoming mail.
• Keep office supplies stocked and organized.
• Communicate effectively with all customers, both internal and external.
• Ensure security and confidentiality in all tasks.
• Adhere to our Equal Opportunities Policy in all employment practices.

• GCSE/equivalent in Maths and English (can be completed alongside your qualification if not already obtained).
• Basic knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, especially Excel.
• Foundational administration skills.
• Excellent customer service abilities.
• Self-motivated with the ability to manage your own workload independently.

We are an Equal Opportunities employer. The successful applicant will undergo a DBS check. At Polaris, we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment.

We reserve the right to close this advert without notification. Join us in making a difference!