Job summary
Would you like to be paid while you develop your administration skills and gain a Level 2 Business Administration qualification in a healthcare setting? If so, this might be the opportunity for you.
We are looking for enthusiastic Business Administration Apprentice who haveaproactive attitude and an eagerness to respond positively to challenges. Commitment to completing the qualification during the apprenticeship is required and we will offer you a nurturing, supportive and friendly environment for you to develop your skills and achieve the Business Administration qualification.
Main duties of the job
- This apprenticeship standard is at Level 2 and will typically take between 12 and 15 months to complete
- The post is fixed term for the duration of the apprenticeship, with a possibility of a permanent role upon completion, though this is not guaranteed.
- The post is full time - 37.5 hours per week.
The successful candidate will be an important part of a busy administration Team so they must enjoy working with people and have great communication skills. They will need to have a flexible approach to work and be able to demonstrate good team working.
Successful candidate will be part of the Primary care services which works across Durham and Darlington. You will have the opportunity to gain an understanding of administrative roles, and transferable administration skills in preparation for applying for posts in administration, both in the NHS and other sectors.
All applicants must be:
Aged 18+
Resident in the UK/EEA for the last three years
Must not have a similar business administrative qualification (including apprenticeship at Level 2 or above) and must not be in any form of formal government-funded education.
About us
We are the Mental Health & Learning Disability NHS Trust for County Durham and Darlington, Teesside, North Yorkshire, York and Selby.
From education and prevention, to crisis and specialist care - our talented and compassionate teams work in partnership with our patients, communities and partners to help the people of our region feel safe, understood, believed in and cared for.
We nurture the recovery journey of anyone in need of our help. In Our Trust, everyone has a say in how they are supported and treated because we listen to every person in our care until they feel understood. Our patients, their families and carers work together with us towards better mental health.
We're committed to new thinking that improves the wellbeing of our region. We connect with our communities and partners to get mental health care right, in areas that really need it.
We won't rest until everyone in our region has the mental health care they need, to lead their best possible life.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description and person specification for further detailed information to ensure that you meet the role criteria before applying.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Willingness to achieve NVQ Level 2 in Business Administration or equivalent within an agreed timescale
- Key skills in literacy (level 2) and numeracy (level 2)
- ITQ Level 2 or equivalent or willingness to work towards within an agreed timescale
Experience
Essential
- Some secretarial/administrative experience
Desirable
- Secretarial/administrative experience in a clinical environment.
Knowledge
Essential
- Some knowledge of secretarial and administrative procedures and the ability to undertake associated tasks ensuring adherence to defined procedures and guidelines.
- Some knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel and Outlook).
Skills
Essential
- Very Good communication skills
- Ability to listen actively
- Ability to form good working relationships
- Ability to show emphaty
- Ability to assess risk to self and/ or others at the basic level and respond adequately and promptly to potential risk
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Willingness to achieve NVQ Level 2 in Business Administration or equivalent within an agreed timescale
- Key skills in literacy (level 2) and numeracy (level 2)
- ITQ Level 2 or equivalent or willingness to work towards within an agreed timescale
Experience
Essential
- Some secretarial/administrative experience
Desirable
- Secretarial/administrative experience in a clinical environment.
Knowledge
Essential
- Some knowledge of secretarial and administrative procedures and the ability to undertake associated tasks ensuring adherence to defined procedures and guidelines.
- Some knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel and Outlook).
Skills
Essential
- Very Good communication skills
- Ability to listen actively
- Ability to form good working relationships
- Ability to show emphaty
- Ability to assess risk to self and/ or others at the basic level and respond adequately and promptly to potential risk
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Tees Esk and Wear Valleys NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Chester le Street Treatment & Intervention Team
Chester le Street Health Centre, Newcastle Road
Durham
DH3 3UR
Employer's website
https://www.tewv.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
