Personal Assistant Apprentice

Introduction

We are looking for a confident individual who is organised, efficient and a great communicator to work alongside the Managing Director. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong organisational skills and a willingness to learn.

Please note this role is a fixed-term contract until January 2028.

About the Employer

Knights Care Ltd is a privately owned company operating since 2006, specialising in residential, nursing and complex care homes. Currently, Knights Care Ltd proudly owns six care homes, with our Head Office situated in Chesterfield, Derbyshire.

What You’ll Do

• Act as a first point of contact; dealing with correspondence and phone calls
• Manage the MD’s diary and scheduling meetings and appointments
• Prepare and organise documents, reports, and correspondence
• Book and arrange travel, transport and accommodation
• Organise events and conferences
• Take minutes, prepare reports and presentations
• Support general administrative duties such as filing, photocopying, and ordering office supplies
• Liaise with staff, clients and suppliers
• Handle requests and queries appropriately
• Support with the company’s overseas recruitment management

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Team working
• Initiative
• Discretion
• Adaptability

Qualifications

• Essential - GCSE - English - 4/C or above
• Essential - GCSE - Maths - 4/C or above

Course Information

• Course: Business administrator (level 3)
• Level: 3
• Route: Business and Administration
• Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
• Working Arrangements: Working Week: Monday- Friday 9.00am- 5.00pm
• Expected Duration: 1 Year 3 Months
• Training Provider: CHESTERFIELD COLLEGE