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Purchasing managers buy equipment, goods and services for their company.
You'll usually need 1 or 2 A-Levels, or the equivalent, for a foundation degree or higher national diploma. You have to have 2 to 3 A-Levels, or the equivalent, for a degree.
You'll usually need 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C), including English and maths, for a Level 3 apprenticeship. For a Level 4 or degree apprenticeship, you tend to need 4 or 5 GCSEs at grades 9 to 4 (A* to C) and A levels, or the equivalent.
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You can improve your career prospects with a qualification from the Chartered Institute of Purchasing and Supply.
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Join our team, and you’ll become an expert advisor. An inspiration as well as a guide. The person who gets to know every customer and their home improvement projects. Sales will be important, of course, as will things like managing stock, setting up displays, and making sure your store looks great. You’ll have the opportunity to be trained in paint-mixing and cutting timber, but truly great customer service will be your main aim.
To provide Administration support to a growing Health Centre within Exeter. You will have the opportunity to develop skills in marketing, public relations, reception duties, diary management, stock taking, accounts, work alongside the Chiropractor and clinical skills.
Seasonal Ranger12.68 per hour (rising from 1st April 2025)Protecting parks and people. Become a Ranger!Set in the picturesque Northamptonshire countryside, Pitsford Water is a breathtaking 750-acre reservoir, perfect for anglers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. With a well-equipped fishing lodge and a fully stocked fishery, Pitsford offers exceptional trout and predator fishing for both boat and bank anglers. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful day by the water or an exciting fishing adventure, permits, boat hire, and season tickets are available to book easily online at www.anglianwaterparks.co.ukWhat will you be doing?We are looking for friendly, customer focused people to join the team, where you will be maintaining our cycling and walking paths and keeping our car parks tidy to ensure visitors have a safe and enjoyable visit.
Start date: 1st September 2025Base Location: You will be expected to travel across various Thames Valley and London sites depending on your location.Working hours: 36 hours per week Monday- FridayProgramme Length: 15 MonthsTraining provider details: Basingstoke College of Technology, Worting Rd, Basingstoke RG21 8TN
We have a really exciting opportunity here at NEC for an ambitious individual with a hard-working mentality to be successful in a role that genuinely makes a difference to the lives of the others, whilst forging a great career step for yourself.
Under the management of the School Business Manager work as part of a busy team to provide an efficient and effective reception and administrative support service to the academy, ensuring confidentiality is maintained at all times.
Start date: 1st September 2025.Base Location: Hybrid - Clearwater Court - RG1 8DB.Working hours: 36 hours Monday- Friday.Programme Length: 16-20 months.Training provider details: Youll complete your apprenticeship through Firebrand Training Limited via a mix and blend of onlinevirtual learning and periodic residential block release at their dedicated training centre in Wyboston Lakes, Bedford where accommodation will be provided.Qualification you will obtain: Level 4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship Standard.
Start date: 1st September 2025.Base Location: Hybrid Walnut Court Swindon SN2 8BN.Working hours: 36 hours Monday- Friday.Programme Length: 16-20 months.Training provider details: Youll complete your apprenticeship through Firebrand Training Limited via a mix and blend of onlinevirtual learning and periodic residential block release at their dedicated training centre in Wyboston Lakes, Bedford where accommodation will be provided.Qualification you will obtain: Level 4 Data Analyst Apprenticeship Standard.
Start date: 1st September 2025.Base Location: Hybrid Walnut Court Swindon.Working hours: 36 hours Monday- Friday.Programme Length: 18 months.Training provider details: Youll complete your apprenticeship through FirebrandTraining Limited via a mix and blend of onlinevirtual learning and periodic residential block release at their dedicated training centre in Wyboston Lakes, Bedford where accommodation will be provided. Qualification you will obtain: Level 4 Business Analyst Apprenticeship Standard.
Start date: 1st September 2025.Base Location: Hybrid- Clearwater Court Vastern Rd, Reading RG1 8DB.Working hours: 36 hours Monday- Friday.Programme Length: 48-54 Months.Training provider details: University of Kent.Entry Requirements: Five GCSEs including Mathematics at grade B or 6 or above and English at grade 4 or above. And 120 UCAS points at A level. (equivalent to three Bs)Dont?worry if you dont have your grades yet, if you are due to sit your exams this?year,?we still want to hear ?if?your predicted grades meet our requirements.
Not only will your organisation (or the Government) pay for all of your training, but you’ll be paid to do it. That means you could actually get paid to get your degree and have no debt!
There are over 625 different apprenticeships to choose from, in a range of industries. Whether you’re interested in law, marketing, construction, or engineering, you’ll find something up your street!
As an apprentice, the minimum you’ll earn is £6.20 an hour, but we’ve seen apprentices earn a starting salary of up to £30,000 a year! You could also get other employee benefits like gym memberships, paid holiday, and sick pay.
Employers think apprentices are 15% more employable than those with other qualifications. In fact, many large employers train their graduates and apprentices together!
There’s only so much you can learn when you just do a qualification. As an apprentice, you’ll also get to learn on the job – whether that’s designing amazing graphics, chopping vegetables, or building engines!
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