Procurement Administration Apprentice

Percy Hedley Foundation; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional charity organization in Newcastle upon Tyne seeks a Procurement Administration Apprentice to join their finance function. The successful candidate will handle administrative tasks such as filing, note-taking, and meeting scheduling while pursuing a level 4 apprenticeship qualification. Ideal candidates will possess good attention to detail and communication skills, and have English and Maths at grade 4/C or above. This is a full-time role with training opportunities and various employee benefits.

Benefits

23 days plus bank holidays

Wellbeing support

Contributory Pension Scheme

Ongoing training

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to rewards scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounted travel passes

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and willing to learn.
• Strong attention to detail is essential.
• Ability to undertake a variety of administrative duties.

Responsibilities

• Manage paper and electronic filing systems.
• Take notes during meetings and photocopy/scan documents.
• Schedule meetings and perform general administrative tasks.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Education

English (grade 4/C and above)

Maths (grade 4/C and above)

Job description

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a Procurement Administration Apprentice within the Percy Hedley Foundation, working within our finance function. We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic and willing to learn, with good attention to detail, organisational and communication skills. As a member of a small team, you will be expected to undertake a wide range of procurement administrative activities as you grow in the role, including maintenance of paper and electronic filing systems, note‑taking, photocopying/scanning, meeting scheduling, and other general administrative duties. You will be regularly supervised and supported to complete your level 4 apprenticeship qualification. You will spend 20% of your time undertaking a special programme of training offered by our training partner.

Qualifications

• English (grade 4/C and above)
• Maths (grade 4/C and above)

You will work 37 hours per week: 8.30 am to 4.30 pm Monday to Thursday, 8.30 am to 4.00 pm Friday.

About the Foundation

The Percy Hedley Foundation is one of the largest regional charities supporting people with a range of learning and physical needs. We take a person‑centred, flexible approach to the care and support we provide. The Percy Hedley Foundation has three main sites providing specialist education, adult day services and residential care to our service users. Our sites are based in Forest Hall, Killingworth, and Jesmond. We work towards excellence every day and our team members are committed to delivering the very best outcomes for the people we support.

Our dynamic and flexible service is tailored to the specific needs of the individual, making it easier to live, learn and be part of a world adapting to change.

Career Development

The Percy Hedley Foundation encourages career development and progression. We run a robust training programme and we also have development opportunities across the wider Foundation.

Benefits

• 23 days plus bank holidays
• Wellbeing support (including occupational health, physio services and counselling services)
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Induction and ongoing training
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Access to a rewards scheme designed to save money on shopping
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Access to discounted Nexus Travel Corporate Pop Card (payments spread over 12 months and deducted from salary each month)