Business Operations Level 3 Apprenticeship

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Business Operations Level 3 Apprenticeship

Are you a school or college leaver looking to develop your skills and realise your full potential?

Would you like to kick start your career in a supportive, energetic and innovative company? 

Join our Apprenticeship Scheme in Business - Operations

For ambitious school and college leavers, a Softcat Apprenticeship is a great first step into the world of work. You earn, learn and gain qualifications while starting out on a structured career. Business Operations covers a number of different teams and departments within Softcat such as Procurement, Customer services, HR, Legal and Facilities. Together, Business Operations' function is to support our Sales and Services teams in delivering excellent customer service and protecting Softcat's interests while looking after our employees in the process.

About Softcat Apprenticeships

Our awarding winning apprenticeship scheme equips you with the skills, knowledge, and expertise to succeed in your chosen role and business area with in Business Operations. 

As an apprentice your time will be split between 80% work experience and 20% off-the-job training with the support of our dedicated training provider. This is a fantastic opportunity for school leavers looking to kick start their career. 

Business Apprenticeships 

Our Business Apprenticeship Programme is designed to equip you with everything you need to become a successful Business executive. The programmes will build and accelerate your skills and knowledge in your chosen business area while supporting you on your journey to completing your qualification.

During the application process we will provide more detail on roles available and recommend the best area for you based on your skills and qualities. 

We'd love you to have 

• Ability to be a good team player and to also work independently
• Organised with administrative skills
• Good communication skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to develop and maintain relationships
• A willingness and desire to learn new things 

Entry Requirements

• A prior attainment level 1 for Math's and English and a score of Entry Level 3 or higher during the initial assessment in English & Maths (About prior attainment)
• No previous qualifications in Business studies at Level 3 or higher. This includes:- A level Business, Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Business, BSc or BA in Business
• No previous qualifications (awarded) in any degree/masters/level 4 /HNC and above or equivalent in any discipline
• No previous work experience of over 3 months in a Business executive or adminstrative type of role
• You must possess a current valid Right to Work in the UK  

Work in a way that works for you

We recognise that everyone is different and that the way in which people want to work and deliver at their best is different for everyone too. In this role, we can offer the following flexible working patterns: 

• Hybrid working – 3 days in the office, 2 days working from home (subject to role and requirements of the team)
• Working flexible hours - flexing the times you start and finish during the day
• Flexibility around school pick up and drop offs 

Working with us

Wherever you work, we want you to experience the freedom and autonomy to realise your potential. You will feel supported by a team that celebrates individuality, encourages different perspectives, and embraces every background.

About Softcat

For ambitious school and college leavers, a Softcat Apprenticeship is a great first step into the working world. You'll earn, learn and gain industry renowned qualifications all within a structured progression path. If you're looking to make the most of your ambition and personality, then a career at Softcat could be perfect for you.

Softcat is a billion-pound technology company with a strong sense of community and belonging. Our goal as a business is to be the leading voice in the IT infrastructure, product and services industry – maintaining, and exceeding, levels of customer and employee satisfaction. We're a trusted partner to names like Apple, Microsoft and Dell, providing customers with the best solutions to meet their needs.

We offer Level 3 advanced apprenticeships across the UK within Sales, Business and Technical & Services. We’re also starting to offer higher level apprenticeships at Level 4+. You don’t need work experience or a tech background to do an apprenticeship with us. If you have the passion and enthusiasm to learn and perform, we’ll teach you the rest!

Our apprenticeships feature a blend of on-the-job work experience and off-the-job training, with lots of support from colleagues and mentors. And we’re hybrid working meaning you can split your week between working from a local office and working from home. There are always exciting things going on in our offices.

94% of our apprentices are offered a permanent position at Softcat post apprenticeship which goes to show the amazing opportunity available with us.

And whilst we take our business very seriously, we don’t take ourselves too seriously. Life at Softcat is about working hard with a smile on our faces. The culture is one that people enjoy being part of as shown by all our recent awards including being listed in the top 5 rankings for both ‘Great Places to Work’ and Glassdoor’s ‘Best Places to Work Employees’ Choice Awards’: showing our commitment to offering the best possible experience.

How to apply

To apply for this programme and to find out more, please click on the apply button below.

Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.