Vacancies

We are currently able to offer the following Apprenticeship opportunities:

A large distribution company with a depot in Bedford wishes to recruit a Business Administration apprentice to assist in the production, control and storage of all documents printed on site.

You will have a good standard of English and Maths, with keyboard skills and an eye for detail. As part of this role, you will be maintaining records, answering the telephone, taking messages, handling cash and assisting in the purchase of consumables.
Working Week: 37.5 hours, Mon – Fri 9am – 5.30pm with a 1 hour break for lunch
Salary: £95.00 per week
You will receive full on the job training with a day release to College.
This job is based in Wilstead so you will need to consider travel arrangements when applying for this post.

To apply for this post, please send your CV and a covering letter to:

Sonia Harris
Apprenticeships
Bedford College
Cauldwell Street
Bedford MK42 9AH

Or email sjharris@bedford.ac.uk
Closing date: 17th March 2010

A local wholesale and internet sourcing business is seeking a business administration apprentice.

You will be answering telephone calls and responding to emails, dealing with customers, record keeping and tracking project progress. You will be expected to give support to other areas of the business, reporting to the manager and working closely with the sales team.

The working week is Monday – Friday 8.30am – 4.30pm, including 1 day at College per week.

You will need to be computer literate, as much of the work is computer based, with GCSEs in English and Mathematics (or equivalent).

To apply for this vacancy, please send your CV with a covering letter saying why you want this particular post and what you feel you could contribute to the company, to:

Sonia Harris
Apprenticeship Team
Bedford College
Cauldwell Street
Bedford MK42 9AH
Or email: sjharris@bedford.ac.uk
Closing date: 22nd March 2010

Friendly and professional, first class dining pub in rural Bedfordshire is seeking a hospitality/catering apprentice to join their team.

This family run establishment is seeking an apprentice who will deliver excellent customer service, efficient table service, food and beverage service and work as an effective member of the team. The employer will provide in-house training with the opportunity to work in all areas of the pub from kitchen to bar and cellar.

The working week is Tuesday to Sunday including 1 day at College per week.

This pub is in a rural location so the employer is willing to offer accommodation or you can make your own travel arrangements.