About
Employer description
Leading Lives provides high quality social care support for people with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs across Suffolk and beyond in the home and in the community.
We are an employee owned, not-for-profit social enterprise. Any surplus we make is re-invested back into services for our customers or in the local community through our Community Benefit Fund.
Main description
Leading Lives is dedicated to empowering individuals with learning disabilities to take control of their direction, purpose, and potential. We focus on developing confident, self-aware leaders who can navigate challenges, make meaningful decisions, and positively influence the world around them.
Business Support Apprentice supports corporate services by delivering efficient admin and coordination. Working within the admin team, reporting to a line manager (day-to-day contact), the role underpins smooth operations and communication across departments.
Duties:
- Manage records & data.
- Support meetings/events.
- Assist reports & admin tasks.
- Coordinate resources.
- Communicate with teams.
Entry requirements
Essential:
GCSE Maths and English at grades 4 or above.
Skills required
- Communication skills
- Team working
- Attention to detail
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Initiative
Training to be provided
The learner will be studying the Customer Service Practitioner Level 2 Apprenticeship Standard qualification.
Things to consider
Consider a strong willingness to learn, good organisation and communication skills, and ability to handle confidential data. The role requires teamwork, flexibility, and developing digital/admin skills while managing workload with guidance and contributing to continuous improvement.
Future prospects
Progression roles are available, depends on the applicants interests and qualities. This could be both office and direct care roles.
Closing Date
The closing date for this job offer is on 30/04/2026
Salary
£ 15392 per year
Location
This job is located in Ipswich, Suffolk
How to Apply
About West Suffolk College
West Suffolk College is an ambitious vocational and academic College, with a stunning main campus set in the heart of Bury St Edmunds. We are committed to providing outstanding education to all our students.
