Buyer - Administration Apprentice

Job summary

NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) supplies safe blood, tissues and solid organs to UK hospitals. Recruiting the right people at the right time is key to our success and we want you to be part of that.

As an apprentice within this team, you will be able to study for a recognised qualification in Business Administration whilst gaining valuable skills and work experience in business administration.

Working for us is a unique experience and you really do make a difference to other people's lives. Because you're vital to the service we provide, we want to make a difference to your life too. You will be joining a friendly office where teamwork is highly valued as well as being paid a completive salary.

Main duties of the job

Typically, your duties will involve:-

• Opening and sorting post
• Data entry ensuring all records are up to date and accurate
• Receiving and making telephone calls
• Dealing with queries and requests for information from members of the public
• Undertaking routine correspondence
• Maintaining manual and electronic filing systems
• Operating office equipment for example photocopying and scanning documents
• Any other opportunities that will enable you to successfully attain your apprenticeship
• You will be required to undertake occasional travel to any NHSBT sites to meet the requirements of the post (notice will be given)

About us

At NHS Blood and Transplant, were incredibly proud of the many talented people who come together every day to make our organisation the very best it can be. We have clearly defined values that are centred around offering exceptional care to our donors and their families. We take care of each other too and we focus on building our expertise so we can change lives, provide quality support and offer fulfilling careers.

It's an opportunity to contribute to a unique team as part of a service that saves lives 365 days a year. We offer brilliant benefits including 27 days of holiday (plus bank holidays), a comprehensive induction and training programme, and competitive pension scheme.

We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with and positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality.

Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever.