Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Stores Administration Apprentice

The closing date is 18 August 2025

Job summary

We are offering the opportunity for a motivated individual to undertake a Business Administration apprenticeship (Level 3) within the Estates Stores Team at Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust. This position is based in Wareham, Dorset.

The Estates Stores Team provide a full materials supply service to the trust. Ensuring that the engineering team are fully equipped with all the various parts for the safe maintenance of equipment, and they are properly prepared to complete first time fixes at any of the 60 sites. We are also responsible for the management of all staff uniforms, ensuring it meets the NHS standards.

Applications from candidates that require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are unfortunately ineligible to apply for this position.

Main duties of the job

Your role within the team would be to support the CAFM & Stores Manager with the day-to-day smooth running of the stores and administrative support for the team. Gathering and collating information and providing detailed reports within agreed timescales. You will also provide support with the variety of stores-based activities.

The successful candidate will receive training and work towards formal qualifications whilst developing professional skills to provide a support service to the team.

About us

At Dorset HealthCare we're on a mission to empower people to make the most of theirlives through our outstanding, joined-up healthcare services. We're a dynamic, forward looking Trust, running 12 community hospitals, specialist inpatient facilities and a widerange of integrated community and mental health services for a population of almost800,000 people.

We do things differently here - it's one of the reasons the CQC rated us 'outstanding' in2019. It's also why 95% of patients across our services say they have a good or verygood experience of our services and 89% of staff feel they can really make a difference.Whether you're looking to work with us in one of our bustling market towns, vibrant urbanlocations, thriving seaside spots, or among the rolling hills of Dorset, there are lots ofways you can make a difference in our communities.

Our 7,000-strong workforce is at the heart of what we do and our success is a testamentto our brilliant people. We're all about building a workplace for the future, we believe inequal opportunities and we celebrate diversity. We're an inclusive workplace, whereeveryone is welcome, everyone can be authentic, and we are all encouraged to be thebest version of ourselves.

Working with us you'll be part of a strong team, challenge yourself, build a career, andteach us what we don't know. And you'll be working towards our vision to be better everyday through excellence, compassion and expertise in all we do.

Details

Date posted

31 July 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.21 an hour £12.21 per hour

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

152-S078.25

Job locations

Unit 4-5 Omega Centre

Sandford Lane

Wareham

BH20 4DY


Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

Job description

Job responsibilities

For the main duties and responsibilities for this role please read the attached job description and person specification. When completing your application please ensure your supporting statement reflects the criteria set out in these documents by showing how your experience and skills apply to this post.

As part of our vision to have a skilled, diverse and caring workforce, Dorset HealthCare offers support for people getting into work. We offer an employability service to support individuals with application writing, interview skills and other employment support. If you would like or know of anyone who would value this support, please do contact dhc.wideningparticipation@nhs.net

Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills and Training

Essential

  • Good level of education (GCSE level) with good standard of English and mathematics
  • Good Analytical skills

Job Specific Experience

Desirable

  • Experience in customer care environment
  • Knowledge of store procedures and processes
  • Experience of ordering Engineering and building equipment, spares and materials from suppliers

Personal Qualities and Attributes

Essential

  • Good team player
  • Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively

Desirable

  • Able to prioritise and manage a large and conflicting workload

Information Technology and Resources

Essential

  • Basic IT skills, normally obtained through practice or practical training

Desirable

  • Skills & experience in database management
Person Specification

Knowledge, Skills and Training

Essential

  • Good level of education (GCSE level) with good standard of English and mathematics
  • Good Analytical skills

Job Specific Experience

Desirable

  • Experience in customer care environment
  • Knowledge of store procedures and processes
  • Experience of ordering Engineering and building equipment, spares and materials from suppliers

Personal Qualities and Attributes

Essential

  • Good team player
  • Demonstrable skills in written and spoken English to a standard which enables the post holder to carry out the full range of duties and responsibilities of the role effectively

Desirable

  • Able to prioritise and manage a large and conflicting workload

Information Technology and Resources

Essential

  • Basic IT skills, normally obtained through practice or practical training

Desirable

  • Skills & experience in database management

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Unit 4-5 Omega Centre

Sandford Lane

Wareham

BH20 4DY


Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Dorset HealthCare University NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Unit 4-5 Omega Centre

Sandford Lane

Wareham

BH20 4DY


Employer's website

https://www.dorsethealthcare.nhs.uk/work-for-us (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

C.A.F.M & Stores Manager

Paul Collins

paul.collins19@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

31 July 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£12.21 an hour £12.21 per hour

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

18 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

152-S078.25

Job locations

Unit 4-5 Omega Centre

Sandford Lane

Wareham

BH20 4DY


Supporting documents

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