Workforce Development Assistant Apprentice

If you're organised, curious, enjoy helping people and want a career where no two days are the same, this could be the perfect opportunity.

We're looking for a Workforce Development Assistant Apprentice to join our friendly team and help us deliver learning, development and career opportunities across YTL UK.

This isn't just an administration role. You'll play a part in helping hundreds of employees learn new skills, gain qualifications, build confidence and develop their careers.

Alongside your role, you'll complete the Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship, gaining nationally recognised qualifications, practical experience and the skills needed to build a successful career.

No previous office experience is required. We're looking for potential, enthusiasm and a willingness to learn.

What you'll do

As a Workforce Development Assistant Apprentice, you'll work alongside experienced colleagues who will support and develop you throughout your apprenticeship.

You'll gain hands-on experience helping to deliver apprenticeship, training and development programmes across YTL UK, learning how to coordinate events, organise learning activities and support employees throughout their development journey.

You'll build confidence communicating with employees, managers and training providers, preparing communications and learning materials, maintaining accurate records and using a range of digital systems and tools, including Microsoft 365, SharePoint and specialist learning platforms.

You'll also help coordinate bookings, resources and programme activities, support reporting and data management, and provide excellent customer service to colleagues across the business.

Most importantly, you'll have the opportunity to contribute ideas, learn from experienced professionals and develop the knowledge, skills and behaviours needed for a successful career in business administration and workforce development.

What you'll need

You don't need lots of experience. What matters most is your attitude and potential.

We're looking for someone who:

• is comfortable using technology and digital tools
• is keen to learn and develop new skills
• enjoys helping people and being part of a team
• is organised and pays attention to detail
• communicates confidently and professionally
• takes pride in doing a good job
• brings enthusiasm, curiosity and a positive mindset.

Whether you're leaving school, college, sixth form, or looking for your first office-based role, we'd love to hear from you.

Apprenticeship Information

Duration

• 18 - 22 months

Qualifications

• On completion of this apprenticeship, you will hold a Business Administrator Level 3

Training provision

Training will be delivered by Gingernut Training via: 

• monthly 1:1 online sessions with your tutor
• group sessions, webinars, online course, and additional support when you need it.
• on-the-job training with your team colleagues.

Completion - End Point Assessment (EPA)

The End Point Assessment is the final stage of the apprenticeship and includes:

• online multiple-choice knowledge test (40 questions)
• workplace project and report
• online presentation with questioning
• professional discussion supported by a portfolio of evidence

You can achieve a Pass or Distinction grade.

What you'll receive

• A combined pension contribution of up to 20%.
• Career progression and professional development opportunities.
• 25 days' holiday rising to 28 with length of service.
• The opportunity to sell up to five days of holiday every year.
• The opportunity to buy up to ten days of holiday each year (subject to conditions).
• A healthcare package that allows you to claim back healthcare costs.
• Life assurance of up to eight times your salary.
• The opportunity to lease a new electric car through salary sacrifice (subject to conditions).
• Cashback and discounts from more than 3,000 retailers.
• One paid volunteering day each year.
• Enhanced family leave and pay arrangements.
• Access to an interactive health and wellbeing platform.
• Support from trained mental health first aiders.
• A £1,000 referral fee if you recommend someone who is successfully recruited by us.

Who we are

YTL UK is part of the international YTL Group based in Kuala Lumpur. The UK companies include:

• Wessex Water – one of the top-performing water and sewerage companies in England and Wales, serving 2.9 million people across the South West
• YTL Developments – a major UK developer currently redeveloping a 450-acre former airfield into an award-winning, exciting mix of houses, apartments, schools, commercial space, restaurants and hotels, to make a truly sustainable new community
• YTL Construction UK – a top 20 UK contractor providing fully integrated services to infrastructure, residential, commercial, industry, energy and environmental sectors
• YTL Live – the development and operation of an entertainment complex that includes a 20,000 capacity arena, conferencing and exhibition space
• plus a number of other retail, environmental and specialist businesses.

Our people tell us that YTL UK is a great place to work, which is why so many of them stay with us! You will have a unique opportunity to develop and progress your career within such a diverse group.

We are passionate about diversity and inclusion – with that in mind, all applicants are welcome. We are delighted to have signed the Armed Forces Covenant and are a Disability Confident Employer.

If you require reasonable adjustments to be made during the recruitment process, please inform a member of our Recruitment team.