Recruit And Develop Talent Through Apprenticeships

Accounts Assistant Apprenticeship @ Nationwide Assistance Group

Location: Unit 14, Mapledean Works, Latchingdon, Essex, CM3 6LG

PLEASE NOTE: This position is for immediate start.

WHO are Nationwide Assistance Group?

Nationwide Assistance Group gets people and their vehicles moving again when something goes wrong on the road. They provide vehicle recovery, transport and roadside assistance across the UK, and insurers and motorists rely on them to turn up, take charge and do the job properly.

That reputation has been earned by their people. Their customer satisfaction scores, from insurers and members of the public alike, reflect a team that takes ownership and doesn’t give up on a difficult job.

We’re growing quickly, and that’s good news for anyone starting their career with us. New companies, new sites and new systems all need people who understand the numbers behind them. We’d rather develop that talent ourselves, which is exactly what this apprenticeship is for.

WHAT will I get from working with Nationwide Assistance Group?

• EARN: £18,000 per year, 37.5 hours per week.
• EXPERIENCE- your hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm.
• QUALIFICATION: AAT Level 2 takes approximately 14 months.
• BENEFITS: Statutory pension, 20 days holiday + bank holidays & progression opportunities.

WHAT will my DAY look like?

As they continue to grow, new companies, sites and systems all need people who understand the numbers behind them. They’d rather develop that talent themselves, which is exactly what this apprenticeship is for. You’ll be joining the Finance Team, working alongside experienced colleagues and building real skills while you study towards your qualification. Your daily tasks will include:

• Assisting with day-to-day bookkeeping.
• Assisting with accounts payable and receivable tasks.
• Supporting routine reconciliations and helping to identify data inconsistencies.
• Recording financial transactions using accounting software in SAP and spreadsheets to enter and manage data.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date financial records.
• Communicating with colleagues and stakeholders to support timely financial operations.
• Contributing to the planning and reviewing of finance tasks as directed.
• Assisting with the processing of invoices and credit notes, obtaining approvals, goods received data and matching against purchase orders.
• Assisting with processing supplier payment runs and obtaining relevant approvals.
• Assisting with matching outgoing payment run batches accurately to supplier accounts and sending out remittance advice to suppliers.
• Assisting with month end tasks, running Aged Creditor Reports, reconciliation of supplier statements and liaising with Management Accounts team
• General office duties.
• Minimum of 6 hours per week spent on apprenticeship work and training.

HOW does the Apprenticeship work?

You’ll work towards the AAT Level 2 Certificate in Accounting through monthly 1-to-1 online sessions (via MS Teams – so NO classroom OR college).

Your AAT Tutor will support you with the study and completion of the Mandatory Qualification ‘Certificate in Accounting.’ This contains 4 modules that will each take approximately 2 months each to complete. You will sit a mandatory online exam after completing each module that you must pass in order to gain your AAT Level 2 Qualification. Modules include Introduction to Bookkeeping, Principles of Bookkeeping controls, Principles of Costing and The Business Environment.

Your Skills Coach will help to develop your working skills such as communication and problem solving along with active learning and study of topics including Ethical Standards, Accounting Systems & Processes and work with your AAT Tutor to support your work towards the ‘Certificate in Accounting.’

You will be given a minimum of 6 hours per week to complete any apprenticeship work (assignments, research, projects and revision) all completed in the workplace, during working hours.

WHAT skills/qualifications do I NEED?

• Minimum GRADE 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) Maths & English
• UK Residency – must have lived in the UK for at least 3 years
• Communication, customer care & team working.
• IT, admin & number skills.
• Attention to detail, organisation & analytical.

What happens next?

If your application is successful, you will receive a call from our dedicated Recruitment Consultant who will discuss the qualification, location and course length in more detail. Following this call, you will be asked to write a supporting statement and complete an English and Maths assessment.

If you really want to impress us, why not show your enthusiasm and carry out some further research on the employer and the qualification you’ll be working towards! Links are provided below:

Employer Website: https://nwva.co.uk/

About the Qualification: https://www.ctskills.co.uk/apprenticeships/accountancy

Business Admin Apprentice @ Leicester Grammar School Trust

Location: London Road, Great Glen, LE8 9FL

PLEASE NOTE: This position is for immediate start.

WHO are Leicester Grammar School Trust?

Leicester Grammar School Trust is a family of three independent co-educational schools based in Great Glen, Leicestershire, educating children from ages 3 to 18. United by a shared commitment to academic excellence, outstanding pastoral care and personal development, their schools work collaboratively to provide exceptional opportunities for pupils and staff alike.

You will benefit from a collaborative and welcoming culture, where teamwork, professional respect and open communication are at the heart of everything they do. They encourage continuous learning and development, providing opportunities for you to grow your skills, progress your career and make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people.

WHAT will I get from working with Leicester Grammar School Trust?

• EARN: £8 per hour, 37.5 hours per week (Term Time Only, 35 weeks)
• EXPERIENCE- your hours: Monday to Friday 8am to 4pm.
• QUALIFICATION: Business Admin Level 3 takes approximately 18 months.
• BENEFITS: Access to staff swim & the gym, subsidised Benenden Health membership, Employee Assistance Programme, free lunch during term time, generous pension scheme, free parking onsite, and an onsite café!

WHAT will my DAY look like?

You will have a broad exposure to the operational functions of the school, helping you to build a strong foundation for future career development. Through varied responsibilities and practical experience, you will support the delivery of exceptional services to pupils, parents, staff and visitors. Your daily tasks will include:

• Providing general administrative and operational support to departments across the school.
• Supporting with ordering, unloading and distribution of stationery.
• Supporting with pupil attendance/registration.
• Answering telephone calls, taking messages and responding to routine enquiries from pupils, parents, staff and visitors in a professional and courteous manner.
• Greeting and assisting visitors, ensuring they are welcomed and directed appropriately.
• Preparing, formatting and distributing correspondence to a variety of stakeholders.
• Maintaining accurate electronic and paper filing systems in accordance with school procedures and confidentiality requirements.
• Assisting with data entry and the maintenance of records using school databases and management information systems.
• Supporting the organisation and administration of school events, open days, parents' evenings, and other activities.
• Processing incoming and outgoing post and deliveries as required.
• Assisting with maintaining accurate pupil records and academic administration documentation.
• Carrying out photocopying, scanning, printing and document preparation tasks.
• Minimum of 6 hours per week spent on apprenticeship work and training.

HOW does the Apprenticeship work?

Working towards your Business Admin Level 3 Qualification, you’ll attend monthly 1-2-1 meetings (online via teams every month – NO classroom OR college!) with your tutor and learn about modules including the organisation, stakeholders, relevant regulation, business fundamentals, processes & external factors. You will be given a minimum of 3 hours per week to complete any apprenticeship work (assignments, research, and projects) and will receive at least another 3 hours of training from your employer. All apprenticeship work and training is completed in the workplace, during working hours.

WHAT skills/qualifications do I NEED?

• Minimum GRADE 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) Maths & English.
• UK Residency – must have lived in the UK for at least 3 years.
• Communication, team working & customer care.
• IT, admin, number & organisational skills.
• Logical, attention to detail & initiative.
• Problem Solving, non-judgemental & patience.

What happens next?

If your application is successful, you will receive a call from our dedicated Recruitment Consultant who will discuss the qualification, location and course length in more detail. Following this call, you will be asked to write a supporting statement and complete an English and Maths assessment.

If you really want to impress us, why not show your enthusiasm and carry out some further research on the employer and the qualification you’ll be working towards! Links are provided below:

Employer Website: https://www.leicestergrammar.org.uk/

About the Qualification: https://www.ctskills.co.uk/apprenticeships/business-administration

Nursery Nurse Apprentice @ Shanklin Day Nursery

Location: 443 London Road, Leicester, LE2 3JW

PLEASE NOTE: This position is for immediate start.

WHO are Shanklin  Day Nursery?

Shanklin Day Nursery and Pre-school in Stoneygate, Leicester is a small, family run day nursery. They have been established since 1994 and provide a loving, stimulating and educational environment for children aged 0-5 years.

Their experienced and highly qualified staff ensure that every day is fun, interesting, and rewarding at Shanklin Day Nursery.

WHAT will I get from working with Shanklin Day Nursery?

• EARN: £8.50 per hour, 40 hours per week
• EXPERIENCE- your hours: Monday to Friday shifts between 7.30am and 6pm.
• QUALIFICATION: Early Years Educator Level 3 takes approximately 18 months.

WHAT will my DAY look like?

This is an exciting opportunity for you to kick-start your career in childcare. You will be joining a friendly team and supporting with the care and education of young children. Your daily tasks will include:

• Providing a safe, caring, stimulating educational environment.
• Delivering an appropriate play based Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) curriculum that enables children to make individual progress.
• Helping to ensure the preschool nursery meets Ofsted requirements at all times.
• Understanding and working to preschool nursery policies and procedures, including how to deal with child protection issues appropriately and how to respond to incidents, accidents, complaints, and emergencies.
• Planning activities which ensure each child is working towards the early learning outcomes.
• Ensuring records are properly maintained, e.g., daily attendance register, accident and incident book, risk assessments.
• Liaising closely with parents/carers, informing them about the nursery and its curriculum, exchanging information about children’s progress and encouraging parents’ involvement.
• Working in partnership with senior management to update and review the self-evaluation and improvement plan.
• Undertaking any other reasonable duties as directed, in accordance with the preschool aims and objectives.
• Minimum of 6 hours per week spent on apprenticeship work and training.

HOW does the Apprenticeship work?

Working towards your Early Years Educator Level 3 Qualification, you’ll attend monthly 1-2-1 meetings (online via teams every month – NO classroom OR college!) with your tutor and learn about modules including risk management, key person & attachment, learning & development, and more!  You will be given a minimum of 3 hours per week to complete any apprenticeship work (assignments, research, and projects) and will receive at least another 3 hours of training from your employer. All apprenticeship work and training is completed in the workplace, during working hours.

WHAT skills/qualifications do I NEED?

• Minimum GRADE 4/C in GCSE (or equivalent) Maths & English
• UK Residency – must have lived in the UK for at least 3 years
• Communication & team working.
• Logical, organisation & initiative.
• Creativity, problem solving, non-judgemental & patience.

What happens next?

If your application is successful, you will receive a call from our dedicated Recruitment Consultant who will discuss the qualification, location and course length in more detail. Following this call, you will be asked to write a supporting statement and complete an English and Maths assessment.

If you really want to impress us, why not show your enthusiasm and carry out some further research on the employer and the qualification you’ll be working towards! Links are provided below:

Employer Website: https://www.shanklindaynursery.co.uk/

About the Qualification: https://www.ctskills.co.uk/apprenticeships/childcare/