As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get practical experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.
What you’ll do at work:
Prepare and maintain the clinical environment, equipment and materials for dental procedures
Keep accurate and current patient records on the system
Work to current best practices for dental nurses, assisting when needed
The Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship offers employment within a dental practice with an accompanying assessment and skills development programme. It will develop the skills, knowledge, and behaviours of the learner to operate competently in all aspects of clinical responsibilities.
It will also provide you with the relevant qualification to apply for professional registration as a dental nurse to the General Dental Council (GDC).
What you will study:
Cross infection
Anatomy
Radiography
Oral hygiene
Orthodontics
Restoration
Legislation
First aid
Health and safety
You will complete on and off-the-job training whilst you are fully supported throughout, progressing to gateway and endpoint assessment.Training:
Level 3 Dental Nurse Apprenticeship Standard & qualification, including Functional Skills if required
An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation
You will have an average of 7-hours per week of your working hours for your off-the-job training
This can be at the dental practice or at home, but it is up to your employer
Training schedule has yet to be agreed upon. Further details will be made available at a later date
Training Outcome:
A great opportunity to be trained and potentially secure long-term employment with an employer who wishes to develop your knowledge and skills
A good route into dental hygiene, dental therapy or dental cosmetics with further training
Gaining a qualification offers excellent career progression into possibly moving into a team leader, manager or dental practice manager position
Employer Description:Providing a wide range of dental treatments to the public we are a friendly and busy dental practice.Working Hours :Monday- Friday, between 8.30am- 6.00pm. Hours to be confirmed.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Team working,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
As an apprentice you will start with easy tasks, as experience and training progresses you will have more responsibility and expected to be able to work on your own initiative.
Main Duties:
Working on site under the supervision and guidance of other electricians or the site supervisor
Installing cable containment
Installing cables
Installing electrical equipment
Testing
Training:
The learner will be studying the Level 3 Installation Electrician/Maintenance Apprenticeship Standard
Day release to West Suffolk College
Training Outcome:Upon completion of the apprenticeship you will move to become an Electrical improver and then Electrician. Further training is available for those who prove themselves capably and the desire to continue development of their skills / knowledge.Employer Description:Founded in 1962, Glasswell & Last are a Mechanical and Electrical Contractor based in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk and serving mainland UK.
Over the last 62 years we have continually invested in people improving their skills through training and development. Today even our earliest apprentices remain with the company albeit in senior roles.
This wealth and preservation of knowledge is what differentiates our business from our competitors.
The sectors of work we work in is Utilities for clients such as Anglain Water, Severn Trent Water, National Grid and National Gas.Working Hours :Monday - Friday 7:30am-4:30pm. Plus Travel.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Logical,Patience,Initiative....Read more...
As an apprentice, you'll be integral to the daily operations of the Dog Hotel. Your responsibilities will include:
Cleaning rooms and maintaining hygiene standards
Exercising and feeding the dogs
Bathing and basic grooming
Ensuring the facilities remain clean and tidy
The role requires a genuine love for dogs, flexibility, reliability, and the ability to work well within a team.
Given the rural location and limited public transport, reliable transportation is essential to arrive punctually for an 8:00am start.Training:Apprenticeship Standard: Animal Care and Welfare Assistant (Level 2).
Duration: 15 months.
Training Provider: GODDARD VETERINARY GROUP.
Study Commitment: 1 study day per week, with the remaining 4 days dedicated to hands-on work.Training Outcome:Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be prospects for full-time employment, dependent on business needs, performance and team fit.Employer Description:If you're passionate about dogs and seeking a hands-on apprenticeship in a supportive environment, this opportunity at Farm Cottage Boarding could be an excellent fit. For more information or to express your interest, consider reaching out directly to Farm Cottage Boarding through their contact us webpage.Working Hours :Schedule: 4 working days + 1 study day + 2 days off per week.
Working Days: Rotational shifts from Monday to Sunday.
Working Hours: Between 8:00am and 6:00pm.
Shift Confirmation: Schedules are provided one month in advance.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Patience,Physical fitness....Read more...
Setting up new sales ledger accounts by processing data to relevant fields, scanning, indexing, foiling and informing the relevant sales manager the customer code
Responsible for dealing with customer enquiries, credit control on minor accounts and sending out monthly statements
Statement dispatch and initial credit control contact under the guidance and management of the credit controller
Maintaining supplier records by checking invoice details to system data, making sure all fields are filled in correctly
Reconciling far east supplier, taking into account payment terms and allocation of deposit payments with the guidance of senior members of the team
Entering all CIL payments onto supplier accounts using the relevant control account for reconciliations with the guidance of senior members of the team
Collecting purchase delivery notes from the warehouse on a daily basis
Alphabetically sorting purchase invoices and purchase delivery notes on a daily basis
Matching purchase invoices and purchase delivery notes on a daily basis
Responsible for posting all matched invoices and credit notes on to the system on a daily basis
Filing all posted invoices and making sure files are ready with reference numbers
Update query tracker on any invoices out for signature, and chase for resolution if not received back within a set timescale
Reconciling supplier accounts to supplier statements and updating the relevant notes field within our system, following up and chasing missing invoices
Chasing missing invoices for deliveries when requested by accounts team
Setting up new purchase ledger accounts by processing data to required fields, scanning, indexing, filing and informing the purchaser the relevant supplier code
Responsible for dealing with supplier enquires & accounts inbox on a daily basis. This will include printing documents and filing in our hard copy filing system or indexing documents for filing within our computer system
Posting of bank journals and initial reconciliations and payment allocations
Petty Cash reconciliation
Assisting in the preparation for the monthly completion of a high volume detailed HSBC invoice financing reconciliation and aged debt report on all currencies. Assisting to complete these within strict deadlines
Assisting in the preparation of a detailed VAT reconciliation for ESD on a quarterly basis. You will be working closely with the Assistant Accountant in presenting the information to the FM within a set deadline before making the final submission
Open post on a daily basis sorting and date stamping ready for accounts administrator to distribute
Answering and logging telephone calls, entering the information into our call log
Scanning and indexing on a daily basis or as required
General filing, copying and adhoc tasks
Franking evening post
Training:
AAT Level 2 - Training Contract
Functional Skills in maths and English (if required)
Training Outcome:
Progress to Level 3 and 4 AAT to become fully AAT qualified
Employer Description:We are a fast-paced consumables supply organisation, based in Bury St Edmunds with four distinct brands supplying some of the world’s biggest technology companies with their production and packaging supplies. The company are experts in Electrostatic discharge consumables and high-end technology-led packaging solutions. Formed in 1987, we are one of the region’s fastest growing companies and quality approved to ISO 9001 standards.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, between 9.00am to 5.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Analytical skills,Initiative....Read more...
Provide efficient and reliable chair-side support to Practice Clinicians. The role will also require working in other areas of the practice such as:
Reception
Dealing with patient queries
Answering the phone
Taking payments and booking appointments
Training:
This qualification is a level 3 advanced apprenticeship accredited by City & Guilds and is delivered nationwide through blended interactive E-Learning, enabling learners to access the course from anywhere in the UK
Upon achievement the apprentice will be awarded a Diploma in Dental Nursing Level 3.
Functional Skills English & maths level 2 qualifications unless already exempt
Training schedule has yet to be agreed. Details will be made available at a later date
Training Outcome:
With experience you may be able to move into jobs like team manager, team leader or dental practice manager
With further training you could become a dental therapist, helping a dentist carry out the more routine dentistry work. You could also become a dental hygienist, helping people to look after their teeth and gums
You might decide to train as an orthodontic therapist helping dentists to improve the look and position of a patient's teeth
Health careers:
https://www.healthcareers.nhs.uk/Employer Description:Dental Excellence in the heart of Bury Saint Edmunds. We have state of the art facilities in a building designed with all the space we are ever likely to need to create a centre of excellence. We have eight surgeries, a large free car park, and provide disabled access and a lift to the first floor waiting area which can be also used space to offer oral hygiene education for children. Our main focus is to provide the best possible private dental care, but we also emphasise Preventive Dentistry and have six hygienists working with us. We try to take a long-term view in our treatment planning and offer a full range of expertise such as implants, orthodontics, all-ceramic restorations, sedation, cosmetic and NHS dentistry.Working Hours :Monday - Friday 830-5:30pm, 8am-1pm 1x Staurday a month.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Administrative skills,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
Every project large or small requires a program be it simple or complex. A project program is used to highlight issues, delays, opportunities, project acceleration and a whole host of other things most of which will be touched on under this course.
As an apprentice you will start with easy tasks, attending meetings and taking notes to learn how construction project programs are built up and what’s included.
As experience and training progresses you will have more responsibly, expected to input more and be able to work on your own initiative.
On top of the apprenticeship course, you will also be expected to attend software courses and attend site meetings.
The focus of the apprenticeship will be to give you the knowledge and experience to allow you to successfully produce and control a project program.
Training:
The Apprentice will work towards their Apprenticeship Standard in Construction Support Technician Level 3.
The successful candidate will be assigned a dedicated assessor who will provide support and guidance throughout the course.
There is a blended learning approach, apprentices training will be in the workplace, online and there may be occasional visits to the Training Provider. This will fall within your contracted working hours.
Training Outcome:Upon completion of the apprenticeship you will be a Construction Planner/Scheduler.Employer Description:We are a Small to Medium Mechanical and Electrical Contracting Business providing Fabrication, Mechanical and Electrical Design and Installations to our clients. We predominately provide our services within the UK utilities sectors including Gas Distributions, Power and Water across the UK Mainland excluding Scotland.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 8.00am to 5.00pm, plus travel.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Team working,Initiative,Confidence to ask questions,Ability to retain knowledge,Hard working,Reliable....Read more...
Every project large or small requires a program be it simple or complex. A project program is used to highlight issues, delays, opportunities, project acceleration and a whole host of other things most of which will be touched on under this course.
As an apprentice you will start with easy tasks, attending meetings and taking notes to learn how construction project programs are built up and what’s included.
As experience and training progresses you will have more responsibly, expected to input more and be able to work on your own initiative.
On top of the Apprenticeship course you will also be expected to attend software courses and attend site meetings.
Training:Construction support technician level 3 Apprenticeship standard.
This apprenticeship is delivered through work based learning, this means that all training is done at the workplace eliminating the need to attend college. The successful candidate will be allocated a tutor who will provide a mixture of interactive online group teaching and 1-1 training monthly.Training Outcome:Upon completion of apprenticeship you will be a Construction Planner/Scheduler.Employer Description:We are a Small to Medium Mechanical and Electrical Contracting Business providing Fabrication, Mechanical and Electrical Design and Installations to our clients who are predominately within the UK utilities sectors including Gas Distributions, Power and Water.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, 8.00am to 5.00pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
We’re offering a great opportunity for an apprentice to join our finance team in a role supporting project delivery and administration. You’ll work closely with project teams and the wider finance department, helping to make a real impact on our students and community.
Main Duties:
Assist with tracking project costs.
Maintaining documentation.
Preparing claims and audit evidence.
Managing finance-related SharePoint sites.
Support audit queries and help ensure financial procedures are followed.
Work with a range of internal stakeholders across the Eastern Education Group.
We’re looking for someone with strong attention to detail, good organisation skills, and confidence using Microsoft Office, especially Excel. If you’re enthusiastic, motivated, and ready to start a career in business administration, we’d love to hear from you.Training:
The learner will be studying the Business Administration Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard qualification.
Functional skills will be studied if equivalent qualifications are not held.
Training Outcome:Permanent employment opportunities within Eastern Education Group with a multitude of wider development scopes.Employer Description:West Suffolk College has evolved over more than 60 years from a small provider of evening classes for the people of Bury St Edmunds to an established, major player providing high quality Further and Higher education to the East Anglia region.Working Hours :Monday - Friday (between 8:30am - 5:00pm).Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Organisation skills,Initiative,Team working,Attention to detail....Read more...
Review tender documents including Design proposals supplied from our clients
Prepare analytical tenders, bills of quantities, drawings, and specifications
Develop client relationships and partnerships with our current and new suppliers.
Proactively communicate potential challenges or risks to a project and provide recommendations and possible solutions.
Time management skills and the ability to prioritise work
Attention to detail and problem-solving skills
Training:Business Administrator L3 Standard
This qualification requires college attendance once per month.Training Outcome:We are offering the right person a long-term career and a permanent position within the company upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.Employer Description:IDS Fire and Security is a regionally based company that has offices in Newcastle upon Tyne (Head Office), Manchester, Carlisle and Leeds. The company was formed in 1999 and has built a reputation on supplying installing and maintaining quality services and products. The company is very successful in developing new and existing customers in both the construction and end user markets.Working Hours :Monday to Friday 8.30am - 4.30pmSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience....Read more...
• Full training will be provided to the successful applicant• Telephone inquiries from existing and potential clients• Discussing the project brief with the potential and existing clients• Estimate project costs including materials, equipment, and labour• Submit bids and tenders, and liaise with potential clients to secure the saleTraining:
Level 3 Business Administrator
Functional skills
Work based learning
Training Outcome:
Progression onto full time employment
Employer Description:IDS Fire and Security Provide over 26 different services and their associated products tailored to your requirements and delivered in part or as a total Fire and Security solution.
The fast moving world of enterprise and growth in today's markets requires the design of buildings and systems within these to take into account the safety and welfare of it's occupants and visitors. IDS Fire and Security have adopted a management concept dedicated to achieving these goals through design, installation and maintenance. Established in 1999, IDS Fire and Security has grown substantially increasing its client base and technical ability. Many of the most recent prestigious major construction projects have systems designed, installed and maintained by IDS Fire and Security.Working Hours :Monday- Friday
9.00am- 5.00pm
30 minute lunchSkills: Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Passionate....Read more...
Working as a member of the Reception Team, the main purpose of the role will be:
To be the first point of contact for all visitors to the College.
To work as a member of the Reception Team and to assist in providing prospective students with the most appropriate information.
To undertake Reception duties, taking and receiving phone calls, provide clerical support including data input, cash handling and dealing with mail and parcels.
We are looking for an organised individual with a flexible approach to work, a willingness to learn and develop, with the ability to work at times without supervision. You should have strong numeracy skills, together with excellent customer service skills.
This role will be based at our main campuses in Bury St Edmunds, however there will be the requirement to work across our wider campuses on occasion as required.Training:
The learner will be studying the Customer Service Practitioner Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard qualification.
Functional skills will be studied if equivalent qualifications are not held.
Training Outcome:We are committed to providing an apprenticeship opportunity that will allow you to experience a wide range of skills and situations to give you the best possible start to your career. At the end of your studies, you will have to opportunity to apply for any suitable vacancies within the organization. Our previous candidate in post has since been promoted internally and we would be delighted to offer the same such opportunities to our next apprentice.Employer Description:West Suffolk College is a Further Education college in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. The college delivers a range of courses, including vocational and technical courses, apprenticeships, and an array of higher-apprenticeships and bachelor degree courses accredited by the University of East Anglia.Working Hours :Monday - Friday, between 8:30am and 5pmSkills: Communication skills,Customer care skills,Organisation skills,Initiative,Team working....Read more...
We are looking to recruit an Apprentice Store Manager for our shop in Bury St Edmunds We offer a permanent full-time (45 hours per week) position working a variety of shifts, 5 days from 7 each week.
What does the training involve?
Initial training period working alongside an experienced shop manager and developing your practical skills in retail management
A period of running your shop with high support from your Area Manager
Approximately 3-6 months into your training, you will take on full responsibility for our Seacroft shop, where you will continue to develop your management skills, with the support of your area manager
Working towards a Level 4 Retail Manager apprenticeship qualification with Inspiro Learning, our approved training provider
Support with upskilling your maths and English (if required)
Completion of an independent end-point assessment at the end of your training
This is a 19-month training programme and upon successful completion, you will be made a permanent employee.
In return for your hard work and commitment, you will receive:
A starting salary of £31,392.52(which will increase to £33,948.94 after 6 months)
A retail manager level 4 apprenticeship standard qualification
Paid time to complete your apprenticeship coursework
Great training and support
30 days holiday each year
15% staff discount to use in any of our shops
Free life assurance
Workplace pension
As an Apprentice Store Manager, you will:
Be fully accountable for your shop and responsible for ensuring that customers are looked after and shop routines are completed to maintain a safe, clean and tidy shop
Motivate and guide your team to be as successful and efficient as possible
Lead by example and get stuck in with the day-to-day tasks involved in running one of our busy shops
Control key costs including payroll, shrinkage and waste
Meet standards in relation to customer service, cash handling, health & safety, stock management, merchandising and presentation
Take responsibility for the recruitment, training and development of your team
Training:Level 4 Retail Manager Apprenticeship Standard:
Apprenticeship standards are aimed at developing skills within the apprentice’s chosen career route, each standard has set knowledge, skills and behaviours required to be successful within the job role. This will include the completion of functional skills in maths and English
Once the apprentice has completed a minimum of 12 months training and the employer and Inspiro's Regional Trainer confirm they have met all the requirements of the standard, they will be put through to end point assessment. The endpoint assessment is independent from the training and includes a variety of assessment methods which test the skills and knowledge of the apprentice to ensure they are fully competent in their role
Each apprentice will be supported throughout the apprenticeship by a structured programme of teaching, e-learning, face-to-face training and workplace mentoring; this will encourage and help them to meet the requirements of the new standards and will prepare them for the end-point assessment
Training Outcome:
This is a 19-month training programme and upon successful completion you will be made a permanent employee
There are many opportunities for a career at Farmfoods. We always look to promote our team members internally, and many people in management and central services positions at Farmfoods started their careers in our shops. This could be the start of a rewarding and long-term career for you
Employer Description:Farmfoods is a family business with ambition. We pride ourselves on offering our customers great value, quality products from clean and tidy shops with the friendliest team in retail.
We aim to offer sensational value to customers on a great range of everyday family-oriented goods. We back up our sensational value with a focus on delivering an ‘old fashioned’, genuine and friendly customer experience.
Our shop teams are essential. They serve thousands of customers each week and have the reputation of Farmfoods in their hands. To our customers, they are Farmfoods.Working Hours :Working 5 days out of 7. Shifts varying which will include weekends. Shifts confirmed on appointment on a rota basis.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working....Read more...
The apprentice will be working alongside our highly experienced Coded Welders, Pipefitter Welders and Fabricator Welders to build their knowledge of pipefitting, fabrication and welding.Training:Training will be to Level 3 Metal Fabricator.
https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/metal-fabricator-v1-0
Training will be one day a week at college and it will be the applicant's responsibility to arrange their own transport.Training Outcome:Following completion of the apprentiship you will be joining our other Fabricator Welder's working either in our workshop or on our client's sites.
Once experienced you will also have the opportunity to undertake welder approval testing to work on pressure vessels and other high-integrity work.
Career progression could be onto chargehand, foreman or onto other managerial roles in the company.Employer Description:Clarke Welding Services Limited is an established welding, pipefitting and fabrication company that supplies coded welders, fabrications, maintenance support and new installation projects to many of the largest companies in the area.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 07.30 - 16.00.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Number skills,Logical,Team working,Physical fitness,Hand-eye coordination,Dexterity....Read more...
We are seeking a motivated and hands-on individual to join our team as a Supply Chain and Warehouse Apprentice. This apprenticeship follows the Warehouse Operative Apprenticeship Standard, preparing the individual to carry out a range of moving, packaging, and stock-taking roles and duties in a warehouse environment. The role exists in sectors such as logistics, manufacturing, automotive, and retail, with a focus on safely managing goods, maintaining accurate stock records, and ensuring efficient distribution processes.
Key Responsibilities:
Stock Control and Inventory Management
Ensure ERP system (e.g., Opera) accurately reflects shelf stock.
Assist with monthly stock audits (minimum 10% of total inventory)
Monitor stock levels and flag replenishment needs
Organise storage to maximise available space
Logistics Coordination:
Assist with the loading and unloading of goods (incl. using forklift trucks)
Coordinate goods-in/goods-out processes and documentation.
Pick, pack, and prepare customer sales orders
Operational Efficiency:
Support the implementation of Lean and 5S principles in the warehouse
Contribute ideas to Continuous Improvement and waste reduction
Production & Site Support:
Support works order processing and BOM updates
Help maintain site tools, vehicles (pool cars/vans), and general housekeeping
Assist the Purchasing Team in sourcing and ordering goods/materials
Create and track purchase orders; manage supplier lead times and deliveries
Work with stakeholders to ensure accurate demand planning and inventory levels
Communicate with suppliers for quotations, order confirmations, and delivery updates
Learn how to manage supplier relationships and assess supplier performance
Contribute to cost-saving initiatives and procurement process improvements
Training:The learner will be studying the Supply Chain Warehouse Operative Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard qualification.Training Outcome:Internal vacancies arise from time to time, departments include Sales, Finance, Purchasing, Engineering and Operations/Production.Employer Description:We supply specialist products for use in areas including construction, civil engineering, renewable energy, landfill and rail.Working Hours :Monday-Friday (8:30am-17:00pm).Skills: Attention to detail,IT skills,Communication skills,Logical,Initiative,Organisation skills,Physical fitness....Read more...
