Apprentice Integrated Administrator

Job summary

Apprentice Business Administrator -- Sedgemoor Neighbourhood Integrated Administration Team

Are you organised, people-focused, and ready to start a rewarding career in Business Administration?

Join our friendly and supportive team within the Sedgemoor Neighbourhood Integrated Administration service. This is an exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience while completing a recognised qualification, with the possibility of progression at the end of your apprenticeship.

What you'll do -

Provide administrative support to ensure smooth running of our integrated neighbourhood services.

Work collaboratively with colleagues and service users in a fast-paced environment.

Learn and develop new skills through structured training and on-the-job experience.

What we're looking for -

A great team player with excellent communication skills.

Organised, proactive, and eager to learn.

Committed to delivering high-quality support to our community.

Training & Development -

Your apprenticeship training will be delivered by UCS College Group - Bridgwater/Taunton/Strode College, giving you the knowledge and skills to succeed in business administration - https://www.btc.ac.uk/courses/adult-learning/administration-office-skills/business-administrator-apprenticeship-level-3/

Why join us?

Supportive team environment.

Opportunities for career progression.

Contribute to a service that makes a real difference in Somerset.

Interested?

Apply now and start your journey towards a rewarding career in Business Administration!

Main duties of the job

You will - be working across our 3 Hubs situated in Bridgwater Community Hospital, The Mulberry Centre and The War Memorial Hospital in Burnham on Sea covering 7.5 hours per day, rostered between 8:00 AM and 10:00 PM, including some weekends/out-of-hours.

Your role - will be to provide general administrative support to Sedgemoor Neighbourhood Integrated service and to work as part of the Integrated Administration Team providing comprehensive administration/reception services.

This will - include responsibility for filing, answering the phone, responding to emails, maintaining systems and databases, creating and maintaining documents, arranging appointments, dealing with enquiries from managers, staff and service users.

You will - be required to work flexibly and are expected to maintain the Trusts values and lead by example, supporting the multi professional team members with administrative tasks and generally assisting in the coordination of the smooth running of the team as a whole, manage and receive telephone calls and messages, always ensuring effective communication and courtesy at all times.

Supporting - the integrated hub performing administration duties, inc ICE, RiO and liaising with patients and their families/carers to support inward/outward referrals.

Adhering- to Somerset NHS Foundation Trust policies and procedures particularly in relation to confidentiality, health and safety and financial instructions.

About us

Through our training programmes, individuals can earn a salary, develop their skills, and achieve a nationally recognised qualification, all whilst contributing towards delivering excellent patient care.

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life.

We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future alongside the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.