Business Administration Apprentice (Health and Safety)

Arena Racing Company; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job description

Doncaster Racecourse is a tradition that is hard to beat. Racedays at Town Moor have been drawing appreciative crowds for centuries and Doncaster has long been regarded as one of the finest racecourses in Europe and the best place for horse racing in Yorkshire.

After a £34 million redevelopment, racegoers can enjoy an amazing raceday experience at this world‑class venue. At the heart of this new development is an impressive five‑storey grandstand. The main stand includes stunning new private hospitality suites, a wide range of places to eat and drink, plus luxury dining experiences.

We are looking for a passionate and knowledgeable Business Administration Apprentice to join our team!

About us…

Arena Racing Company does so much more than lead the UK’s largest horse racing group. We have 22 racing venues showcasing horse racing, greyhound racing, golf courses, hotels and events. In short, leisure, entertainment, media production and global distribution are at the heart of what we do, making it an exciting and diverse place to work!

Our success is a team effort which is why we offer great opportunities for growth, development and career progression. After all, it’s our employees that enable us to offer first class service and create an electric atmosphere, all within an industry we love.

What is ARC?

We embrace diversity. We develop our people. We care for our visitors. We think about our impact. We are proud of our sport.

Work Perks of being a Business Administration Apprentice...

• Annual passes to attend any of our 22 venues
• Discounted food & ARC days out
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday allowance increasing with length of service up to 28 days
• Company life assurance scheme
• Discretionary group annual bonus schemes to reward your hard work
• Support with study through our study assistance schemes

And so much more…

About the role of Business Administration Apprentice…

The Business Administration Apprentice will work as part of the Health & Safety team developing, implementing, maintaining, and improving administrative services. The person needs to be highly organised, efficient and be accurate within their work. The post holder will complete a Level 3 Business Administrator apprenticeship, facilitated by Haddon Training (City and Guilds) The knowledge, skills and behaviours for this role will be developed over the duration of the apprenticeship. The role will be interesting and varied as a part of the H&S Team but will support mandatory safety and compliance training administration (linking in with HR).

Key responsibilities for the role will include:

• To be the point of contact for enquiries via telephone or email.
• Maintaining department databases and systems including inputting of data and information reports.
• To develop a good knowledge of Health & Safety Policies and Procedures to support the managers.
• To arrange and co-ordinate safety and compliance training linking in with HR ensuring the centres documentation is uploaded and maintained.
• To produce emails, letters and correspondence as requested from management, including internal and external communications.
• Support the department with general office duties such as scanning, filing, printing etc.
• To carry out other duties as reasonably requested by the Management team.
• To promote health, safety, and welfare throughout the Group.

What we are looking for?

• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexible and able to adapt to change within the working day.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfortable speaking over the phone.
• Excellent time management.
• IT Literate and a competent user of platforms including MS Office Applications, Microsoft 365, SharePoint etc.

We are on a thrilling journey. So, to join us at our next destination, be part of a winning team and to learn more about our company and this exciting opportunity.

At ARC, we believe that a diverse, equitable and inclusive workplace makes us a more relevant, more competitive, and more resilient company. We welcome people from all backgrounds, ethnicities, cultures, and experiences.We are an equal opportunities employer and do not discriminate on the grounds of gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, gender reassignment, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, religion or belief, disability or age. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable adjustments, please let us know; we will ensure that individuals with additional needs are provided reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application or interview process and to perform essential job functions.

We understand the value that diversity brings to our business and we are striving to create a working environment that is inclusive, psychologically and physically safe and ensures everyone can be heard and valued for their contributions. We are committed to making a consistent, top-down effort to be role models on what diversity, inclusion and belonging means in society.