BioEscalator - Innovation Building, Old Road Campus, Headington, Oxford £25,331 per annum Apprentice Receptionist and Administration AssistantBioEscalator - Innovation Building, Old Road Campus, Headington, OxfordApprentice Grade 1: £25,331 per annum Apprentice Receptionist and Administration Assistant– BioEscalator, Medical Sciences DivisionThis is an exciting opportunity to kickstart your career at the BioEscalator, the incubator for University of Oxford biomedical start-ups within the Medical Sciences Division.
This role offers a fantastic pathway to develop essential skills, providing professional and high-quality customer service and administrative support within a collaborative team at the heart of Oxford's thriving innovation community.
About the Role As an Apprentice Receptionist and Administration Assistant, you will be a key member of the BioEscalator team, managing reception and supporting the team's administrative functions.
You will gain hands-on experience in tasks such as handling enquiries, supporting financial processes and events and assisting with day-to-day operations.You will complete a Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship through Abingdon and Witney College, attending training sessions as part of a 1.5-year training programme within a 2-year contract.Based at the BioEscalator, this role places you at the centre of a vibrant community of start-ups, offering a unique environment to build valuable customer service and administrative skills.This is a full-time post (36.5 hours per week) and the core hours are 8.45am – 4pm with some flexibility with start and finish times.
What You Will DoFull training will be provided as part of the apprenticeship: Provide a professional welcome to all visitors and manage the day-to-day running of the reception.Organise room bookings, parking, manage access rights and coordinate diary activities.Support financial administration, including processing orders and maintaining office supplies.Assist with event preparation and provide support on the day to ensure smooth delivery.Help maintain up-to-date databases and general office organisation.
Who We're Looking For We seek motivated individuals with passion for learning and a commitment to supporting others.
Previous experience is not required - just a proactive and can-do attitude and a willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
Essential Skills: GCSE-level literacy and numeracy skills (or equivalent)Good communication skills, both written and spoken.Excellent attention to detail and organizational abilities.Proficiency with Office365, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.A proactive and adaptive approach to problem-solving.
Desirable Skills: Interest in supporting business operations in biomedical start-ups.
What We OfferOur apprentices are never on their own, you will benefit from a supportive environment working in collaboration with the rest of our committed team.
You will also be supported by the central apprenticeship team and you will join our growing network of apprentices within the university.
You will have the opportunity to become an apprenticeship ambassador for the University and region.
We will provide you with a welcoming and inclusive workplace, offering support and development opportunities that will enable you to progress and do your best work.
We recognise diversity as our strength, vital for innovation and creativity, and we aspire to build a truly diverse community, which values and respects every individual's unique contribution.
Over 80% of our apprentices continue with us in the role they have been trained for after their Apprenticeship and that is just the start of their career.
As an employer, we genuinely care about our employees' wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including: Employee Assistant Programme (EAP)An excellent contributory pension scheme38 days annual leave- Including Bank holidays and fixed closure days.A comprehensive range of childcare servicesFamily leave schemesCycle loan schemeDiscounted bus travel and season ticket travel loansMembership to a variety of social and sports clubs Application Process To complete the level 3 apprenticeship, you will need to evidence passes at 9-4 or A*-C in GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).
Regardless of prior qualifications, Abingdon & Witney College will ask you to complete a short initial assessment during the application process.
The training provider for this apprenticeship is Abingdon & Witney College, the contact there is Jane Phipps - The closing date for applications is 23:59 on Monday 6 January 2025 - only applications received before this time will be considered.
Interviews will take place during the week commencing 27 January 2025 and will be held in person at the BioEscalator Innovation Building, Old Road Campus, Headington.
Join Us We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workplace where everyone can thrive.
This is an excellent opportunity for individuals from all backgrounds to grow their career in administration and digital support.