Apprentice Business Support Assistant
This is a Temporary, Full Time vacancy that will close in {x} days at {xx:xx} BST.
The vacancy
Earn, Learn and Build Your Future with Fairhive
Looking to start your career while gaining valuable workplace experience and a nationally recognised qualification?
We're looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Business Support Apprentice to join our Community Engagement Team. This is a fantastic opportunity to develop practical business administration skills, work alongside experienced professionals and play an important role in supporting residents and local communities.
You don't need extensive experience. If you're organised, eager to learn, confident communicating with others and ready to develop your career, we'd love to hear from you.
About Fairhive
Fairhive is a forward-thinking, non-profit housing association providing affordable homes and services to more than 20,000 residents. We're passionate about creating thriving communities and putting our residents at the heart of everything we do.
We value innovation, collaboration and continuous improvement, and we're committed to making a positive difference to the people and communities we serve.
About the Role
As a Business Support Apprentice, you'll become an integral part of our Community Engagement Team, providing administrative support while gaining hands-on experience in a professional environment.
Alongside your day-to-day role, you'll complete a Level 3 Business Administration Apprenticeship, giving you the skills, knowledge and experience to build a successful long-term career in administration, customer service, housing or community engagement.
This apprenticeship combines practical workplace learning with dedicated study time, allowing you to earn while you learn. You'll receive the equivalent of one day per week to focus on your apprenticeship studies.
The role is based in Aylesbury, with opportunities for agile working.
What You'll Be Doing
As part of the Community Engagement Team, you will:
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Provide administrative and business support to help the team deliver excellent services.
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Coordinate and organise a range of business support activities and events.
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Build positive relationships with resident volunteers and community groups.
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Promote volunteering opportunities and encourage resident involvement.
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Maintain accurate records of engagement activities using our housing management systems.
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Support the delivery of resident engagement initiatives and community projects.
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Work collaboratively with colleagues across Fairhive to achieve shared goals.
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Develop valuable skills in administration, communication, organisation and customer service through practical experience and apprenticeship learning.
What We're Looking For
We're keen to hear from people who are:
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Enthusiastic and willing to learn.
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Organised and able to manage their time effectively.
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Confident communicating with a range of people.
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Comfortable using IT systems or willing to learn new technology.
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Passionate about supporting communities and making a difference.
This is an excellent opportunity to gain recognised qualifications, valuable workplace experience and a strong foundation for your future career.
Start your career journey with Fairhive and help make a positive difference in our communities.
About us
At Fairhive Homes, we’re driven by a simple yet powerful vision: “Homes for Living, Communities for Life” This isn’t just what we do; it’s what we strive for every day. As a non-profit housing association, we’re dedicated to providing affordable housing to over 20,000 individuals in our community. Our residents are truly at the heart of everything we do.
We are dedicated to supporting our residents and neighbourhoods. Whether we are maintaining our high-quality homes or building new ones, our mission is to foster thriving communities where everyone feels welcome and can proudly say, 'This is my home.'
We believe that a strong community starts with quality housing, and we’re here to make that vision a reality.
The benefits
In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to develop your career in an empowering environment where your contributions are valued and recognised.
At Fairhive, we invest in your wellbeing. You can join our Health Cash plan which enables you to claim money back against a wide range of services and treatments.
We believe that flexibility fosters a more productive and enjoyable working environment. Therefore, depending on the role requirements, we offer flexible working conditions that help you balance your work and life!
You’ll be part of a mission-driven organisation that makes a tangible difference in the community, allowing you to feel fulfilled in your work every day.
Our commitment to you
We’re focused on creating a workplace that celebrates inclusivity and diversity. We want everyone to feel comfortable bringing their true selves to work, contributing their unique perspectives and talents. We recognise that our differences are what make us stronger and are committed to having our teams reflect the diverse communities we serve. Your unique experiences and insights are exactly what we’re looking for.
We are really proud of our initiatives to become an employer of choice, whether it’s coming along to one of our Menopause Café’s, becoming one of our Neurodiversity Champions or joining one of our inclusion lunches and learn sessions. Plus, our supportive team culture and active social committee mean you’ll always have a strong network of people around you!
Take a look at our LinkedIn profile to learn more about what our colleagues have been talking about or championing this year.
Ready to Apply?
We understand that not every candidate will tick every box on our list. If your experience looks a bit different from what we’re looking for, but you believe you can bring something valuable to the role, we still want to hear from you!
If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and work in an environment that values your contributions, please apply, we can’t wait to meet you!
The closing date for applications will be 14/10/2026 23:59, but we might close it early if we find the right person before this date.
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