Apprentice Administration Assistant

About this opportunity

The University of Manchester is offering exciting Apprenticeships in Business & Administration providing administrative support within the Faculty of Science & Engineering as a member of our valued Professional Support Services team.

If you want to work for an exciting and welcoming organisation which offers all the benefits of a large employer including comprehensive support for its staff, first-class training, a variety of work and excellent career prospects the University of Manchester is waiting to hear from you!

We have a number of vacancies in various academic schools where your duties may include:
• Dealing with customers both face-to-face and via the telephone.
• Providing reception cover, and meeting/greeting visitors.
• Managing data, photocopying, faxing, filing and word processing.
• Assisting with preparation for meetings, including arranging catering.
• Sending and receiving of email.
• Dealing with internal/external post.
• Maintaining filing systems.
• Carrying out basic finance duties.

You will be expected to:
• Be punctual, presentable and professional at all times.
• Be a flexible and supportive member of the team.
• Maintain strict confidentiality in all your work.
• Attend and take part in team meetings and regular reviews with your manager.
• Prepare for / attend assessment meetings and participate in relevant training programmes.
• Adhere to Health and Safety Regulations and the University's Policies and Procedures.

What will happen next
New applicants to The Growth Company who meet any basic entry requirements of the role will be contacted within two working days to be invited to meet a member of our team. You will then have the opportunity to find out:
• More about this vacancy and any others you are suitable for
• Any training you need to complete
• What the next steps will be

How you could get there
If you would be catching public transport for this role, visit the Journey Planner on www.tfgm.com to see how you would get there and how long it would take

What you should have to apply

• GCSE Maths and English at grades A - C / 9 - 4 are preferred
• A good level of literacy and numeracy.

Personal Qualities

• Good timekeeping (hours of work 9.00am-5.00pm with 1 hour lunch break).
• Smart appearance.
• Professionalism.
• Able to work well with other colleagues as a member of a team.
• Maintenance of confidentiality.

Skills

• IT skills (e.g. Word, Excel, email, internet), although training will be provided as necessary.
• A desire to gain experience of working effectively as a member of a team in a professional business environment.
• A willingness to work hard and a desire to learn new workplace skills.
• An interest in meeting new people and supporting the work/study of both academics and students.