Business & Administration Apprentice
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Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust Business & Administration Apprentice
The closing date is 08 November 2026
Job summary
An opportunity has arisen in the Trust head Office for an enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Business Administration Apprentice.
You will be expected to develop the skills to provide a comprehensive and effective administrative service; to support the smooth and efficient running of Trust Head Officer
You will be required to work as part of a team, communicating effectively and courteously with a wide range of internal/external personnel.
Main duties of the job
You will be expected to develop the skills to provide a comprehensive and effective administrative service to support the efficient delivery of Trust Head Officer
You will be required to work as part of a team, communicating effectively and courteously with a wide range of internal/external personnel.
About us
Royal Cornwall Hospitals NHS Trust (RCHT) is at the heart of acute and specialist care for Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. We care for a population of around 470,000 people, a number that increases during visitor seasons. We employ around 6,700 staff, united by a shared commitment to deliver safe, high-quality care. We provide services across three main hospital sites, with around 780 inpatient beds:
Royal Cornwall Hospital in Truro
St Michael's Hospital in Hayle
West Cornwall Hospital in Penzance
As a teaching hospital, we're proud to work in partnership with the University of Exeter Medical School, the University of Plymouth School of Nursing and Midwifery, and Peninsula Dental School, supporting the next generation of health professionals. We're committed to staying at the forefront of medical advance; investing in our people, developing our facilities, and expanding the specialist care we can offer locally so more patients can receive the care they need closer to home. We have a growing reputation for research and innovation that helps shape better care for the future. The Knowledge Spa, located on our Truro site, is a vibrant hub for medical, nursing and professional education across clinical and non-clinical roles. It plays a vital role in attracting, developing and retaining highly skilled teams.
We are driven by one clear ambition, Outstanding Care for One and All, care that's safe, kind and high-quality. We are RCHT.
Details
Date posted
27 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£14,722 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
18 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
156-8325659
Job locations
Trust Head Office
Royal Cornwall Hospital
Truro
TR1 3LJ
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
Identity Checks
Professional registration and qualification checks
Employment history and reference checks
Occupational Health clearance
Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
Right to work in the UK
For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE NOTE: To view the full Job Description and Person Specification, please click the supporting document on the right-hand side.
To be an employee of the NHS you need to successfully complete the following:
Identity Checks
Professional registration and qualification checks
Employment history and reference checks
Occupational Health clearance
Satisfactory Disclosure and Barring Service check
Right to work in the UK
For further information please visit:
https://www.nhsemployers.org/topics-networks/employment-standards-and-regulation
We reserve the right to close this advert early.
We may be able to offer flexible working. Please discuss at interview.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Grade 9-4 in Maths and English
- Experience of Microsoft packages - Word & Excel
Experience
Essential
- Confident in use of Social Media
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in an office
- Previous experience of using MS Teams
Practical & Intellectual Skills
Essential
- A good general education
- Good communication & interpersonal skills
- Good organisational skills
Disposition/Attitude
Essential
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Able to work as part of a team
Qualifications
Essential
- GCSE Grade 9-4 in Maths and English
- Experience of Microsoft packages - Word & Excel
Experience
Essential
- Confident in use of Social Media
Desirable
- Previous experience of working in an office
- Previous experience of using MS Teams
Practical & Intellectual Skills
Essential
- A good general education
- Good communication & interpersonal skills
- Good organisational skills
Disposition/Attitude
Essential
- Ability to meet deadlines
- Able to work as part of a team
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust
Address
Trust Head Office
Royal Cornwall Hospital
Truro
TR1 3LJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust
Address
Trust Head Office
Royal Cornwall Hospital
Truro
TR1 3LJ
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.royalcornwall.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Business Support Officer
Sarah Pearce
07584597623
Details
Date posted
27 October 2026
Pay scheme
Other
Salary
£14,722 a year per annum
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
18 months
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
156-8325659
Job locations
Trust Head Office
Royal Cornwall Hospital
Truro
TR1 3LJ
United Kingdom
Supporting documents
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Royal Cornwall Hospitals Trust's privacy notice (opens in a new tab)
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