Operations Support Apprentice

  • Company DISABILITY DIRECT
  • Location DERBY, DE24 8AJ
  • Type Apprenticeship
  • Salary Apprenticeship Minimum Wage
  • Sector Business and administration
  • Ref NAS-2000061993
  • Application Deadline Date 27/11/2026
  • Start Date 30/11/2026
  • Positions Available 1
  • Working Week Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, with reception cover from 3pm to 5pm each day.

Brief Description

Disability Direct is looking for a motivated and organised Operations Support Apprentice to join our operations team. This is a great opportunity for someone starting out in their career to gain hands-on experience in the day-to-day running of a busy charity, while working towards a recognised apprenticeship qualification.

Training to be Provided

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. Off-the-job training will follow the time allocations outlined in the Occupational Standard.

Future Prospects

Full-time permanent employment upon successful completion for the right candidate.

Vacancy Detail

Supporting your line manager

  • Complete tasks delegated by line manager accurately and on time.
  • Help keep track of actions, deadlines and follow-ups.
  • Assist with preparing documents, reports, presentations and spreadsheets.
  • Help manage diaries, schedule meetings and co-ordinate appointments.

Supporting the Operations team

  • Provide day-to-day administrative support to the operations team.
  • Organise and maintain electronic and paper filing systems.
  • Handle emails, phone calls and internal messages, passing them to the right person.
  • Support new starter and leaver tasks, such as preparing paperwork and equipment.
  • Help organise team events, training sessions and meetings, including taking notes.
  • Help manage office supplies, resources and shared spaces.
  • Assist the marketing team with content when required.

Data and records

  • Update and maintain databases, trackers and logs.
  • Carry out data entry and check information for accuracy.
  • Help compile and format operational reports.

Reception

  • Cover reception Monday to Friday, 3pm to 5pm, answering the phone, welcoming visitors and dealing with enquiries.
  • Provide a friendly, professional first point of contact for everyone who contacts Disability Direct.
  • Communicate clearly and respectfully with people of all abilities.

Learning and development

  • Complete all apprenticeship training, coursework and assessments on time.
  • Attend off-the-job training and regular progress reviews with the training provider.
  • Take part in team meetings and learn from colleagues across the organisation.

Duty of care and general

  • Exercise a duty of care towards colleagues, visitors and the people we support.
  • Follow Disability Direct's policies, including safeguarding and health and safety.
  • Maintain confidentiality at all times and comply with UK GDPR.
  • Undertake any other reasonable duties as requested by your line manager.

Other Information

  • Eligible to start an apprenticeship in England
  • Right to work in the UK
  • Commitment to completing the full apprenticeship programme
  • Satisfactory references

Ready to start your adventure?