Membership Administration Officer Apprentice
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Company: Cranfield University
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Location: Cranfield, MK43 0AL
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £23,152.00 per year
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Sector: Admin/ Office / HR
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Ref: VAC-13303
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Application Deadline Date: 19/06/2024
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Start Date: 22/07/2024
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Monday to Thursday 9 am – 5.30 pm with an hour for lunch and Friday 9 am – 5 pm with an hour for lunch
Brief Description
Are you passionate about the natural environment and are eager to kickstart your career in administration? Cranfield University are looking for an eager Apprentice to join The British Society of Soil Science membership organization, to complete Administrative Duties and help support day to day operations.
Qualifications Required
To be considered for this role you will need to have GCSE grades 9-3 (A*- D) in English and Math's or equivalent.
If you do not meet the entry requirements for this vacancy but are still interested in an apprenticeship, please contact our dedicated Apprenticeship Recruitment Team who can discuss this with you further - apprenticeships@bedford.ac.uk or +44 1234 291225
Personal Qualities
Keen interest in Climate change
Dependable and reliable
Self-motivated
Proactive attitude and practical aptitude
Accuracy and attention to detail
Ability to work with a range of people and as part of a team.
Able and willing to follow instructions and learn new skills
Skills Required
Clear and effective communication skills
Basic knowledge of computers and software such as Microsoft Office and Teams
Training to be Provided
- Level 3 Business Administration
- Level 2 Functional Skills English and maths
Future Prospects
The potential of full time employment upon completion of the Apprenticeship.
Vacancy Detail
The British Society of Soil Science (BSSS) is an established international membership organization committed to the study of soil in its widest aspects. The Society brings together those working within academia, practitioners implementing soil science in industry and all those working with, or with an interest in soils. They promote research and education, both academically and in practice, and build collaborative partnerships to help safeguard our soil for the future.
They are looking for a motivated and pro-active individual to join them as an apprentice. You will join the operations team as they continue to lead the way in soil science at the forefront of the sector.
As an apprentice, you’ll play a pivotal role in supporting the day-to-day operations. From managing administrative tasks to providing high class customer service to members, you’ll have the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a supportive and collaborative environment.
What will you be learning?
You will be supported to develop skills in making effective decisions through exercising proactivity and good judgement and seeking advice from more experience team members.
You will learn how to produce accurate records and documents (including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals), draft correspondence, maintain records and files and handle confidential information in compliance with BSSS procedures.
You will also learn how to develop excellent communication skills through appropriate digital and face to face channels and act as a role model and key source of information for the organization.
You will learn how to manage resources and organize meetings and events including taking responsibility for initiating and completing tasks and managing priorities to successfully meet deadlines.
You will also learn to apply project management principles to plan and manage your work and associated projects.
You will maintain general good housekeeping of the workplace.
Participate in team meetings, 121’s and other appropriate events.
Other Information
College attendance will be once per month for nine months based at Bedford College.
Full range of company benefits listed on website- 'Working at Cranfield' and particularly the ‘apprenticeships’ tab to understand what it is like to be an apprentice at Cranfield
As part of the application process, All candidates will need to upload a Cover Letter and CV.
Only Candidates who have fully completed the application will be considered. Please be aware that the closing date is subject to change without prior notice.
Candidates must carry out an initial interview with a member of the Bedford College Apprenticeship Recruitment Team.