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Deanhouse Group

Apprentice Administration Assistant at the Deanhouse Group

Due to expansion, this exciting opportunity has arisen at the Deanhouse Group. The successful candidate will be supporting a friendly, hardworking and dedicated team; the role will be varied and fast paced. The aim is for the successful candidate to gain more responsibility during the apprenticeship.

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Wage – £7.55 for the 1st 12 months. However, if the budget allows there may be an increase, this will also be based on satisfactory employment and meeting apprenticeship targets. The salary may be negotiable.
Duration – 15/18 Months
Start date – As soon as possible.
Posted – 27/09/2025

Working Week:

37.5 hours – Monday to Friday.

Apprenticeship level

3

Positions

1

Administration and Customer Service

 

To deal courteously and efficiently with all visitors.

Providing refreshments for visitors when required

Hotel bookings

Placing/monitoring stationery orders

Answering the telephone in a professional manner and dealing with enquiries

Monitoring machine maintenance

General photocopying

Responsible for co-ordinating the post

Dealing with stationery/stock levels and reordering as and when appropriate

Using Microsoft Packages, in particular Word and Excel


HR

Processing holiday requests

Monitoring training matrix and arranging new training

Monitoring sick leave/absence

 

Accounts/commercial

Processing invoices

Inputting financial data and processing invoices.

Making credit card payments

Purchase orders

Stock allocations

Daily timesheet inputs

Supply chain assistance

 

Operations

Assist with setup of Health & Safety files

Procore ongoing document management

Setup projects on Procore

Procore drawing uploads

Organise & Manage Files

 

Ensure that the Policies of the company are observed and that good practice is encouraged. This is about particularly in areas of Health & Safety, Equal Opportunities and confidentiality.

The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by the organisation which is relevant to your post within the company to meet the overall business objectives

 

 

As part of your contract of employment completion of the Apprenticeship Training Programme forms part of your duties as well as helping your personal and professional development; the requirements to complete the programme are as follows:

  • Attend and be punctual for all timetabled induction, lessons and all work-based training/support sessions
  • Complete all required assignments by the required timeline.
  • Build up your portfolio of evidence on-going during your apprenticeship programme.
  • Access support from your tutor/assessor and your manager as and when required

 

The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by the organisation which is relevant to your post within the company to meet the overall business objectives.


What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

 

You will study at Kirklees college, following either the Business Administrator Level 3 or the Customer Service Practitioner Level 2

 

The standard you follow will be dependent on experience.

 

Each course will cover a range of Skills, Knowledge and Behaviours as outlined by the Apprenticeship Standard, these will be transferable and suitable to an administration role in any sector. Health and Safety and other role specific processes and tools will be taught in Company.

 

If you do not meet the requirements for the Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship you will have the opportunity to be offered the Customer Service Practitioner Level 2.  Should you be offered the level 2 Customer Service apprenticeship, on successful completion, you may be offered the opportunity to later progress onto the Business Administrator Level 3 Apprenticeship.

 

You will be required to attend Kirklees College for your studies.

 

Customer Service Level 2 – (after 12 months) and for Business Administrator Level 3 (after 18 months), you will complete an End Point Assessment, this will involve the following:

  • Showcase/Portfolio – Level 2 and Level 3
  • Interview – Level 2 and 3
  • Presentation on Project – Level 3
  • Knowledge Test – Level 3
  • Practical Observation – Level 2 and 3
  • Professional Discussion – Level 2 and 3


Future prospects

There is a strong possibility that you will gain a permanent position following successful employment as well as achievement of the full apprenticeship qualification.

There may also be further apprenticeship/other training available following successful employment and achievement of the apprenticeship.

 

This post may close early if sufficient interest is received.

To apply for this role:

  1. Click the “Apply now” button at the bottom of the page.
  2. This will open your email app.
  3. In the email:
    • Subject: Applying for Deanhouse Group 
    • Write in the email: To Nichola Barnes, please accept this as my application for the role at Deanhouse Group 
    • Attach your CV to the email.
  4. Send the email once you have filled in the above.

 

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

What We’re Looking For:

An enthusiastic individual

Flexible approach to work, willing to go the extra mile to get the job done

Must be punctual as well as having a good attendance record

Ability to work on own initiative, when required

Ability to work effectively as both part of a team and as an individual.

Respond positively to the demands of a varied workload.

Friendly and approachable.

Commitment to undertake continued training and development.

Somebody who is a good verbal communicator who has a
polite, clear and professional telephone manner.

Must have a good level of literacy skills.

IT literate and have a good understanding of Microsoft
Packages.

Required to work to deadlines, with good time management.

Good numeracy skills.

Ability to be organised and to meet targets set.

Confident in using email and the internet.

The successful candidate will be organised.
Willing to work effectively in the team.

Qualifications

GCSE English and maths grade 4/C or above. Work Experience in a Customer Service or Administrativosition for at least 6 months. A Level 2 ICT and Business qualification is desirable.

About the employer

Deanhouse Group

Queens Square, Honley, Huddersfield, HD9 6QZ.
With over 15 years of expertise, Deanhouse Group has established itself as a leader in bespoke joinery and interior fit-out solutions.

Closing date: 12th October 2025 - Apply asap as the position may close early.

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