Assistant Accountant (Level 3)
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Duration
18 months
Most Suitable For
This apprenticeship is primarily used for upskilling staff who are moving into a finance based role or for learners who are new to the world of work and finance. This is most suited to a learner who has already undertaken an AAT Level 2 qualification, or a learner who is at the academic level to complete a level 3.
Award
Level 3 Assistant Accountant Advanced Apprenticeship Award
Additional Funding
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Start Date
September and March
Teaching Delivery
Face-to-face (Blackburn campus)
Key Learning Requirements
Apprenticeships require learners to achieve specific new knowledge, skills and behaviours (KSBs), which are detailed in the Apprenticeship Standard. These are achieved by;
1) Programme Teaching: 1 day a week on campus, plus online resources.
2) Independent study: such as assignment research and write up.
3) Learning in the workplace; shadowing colleagues, completing programme assigned work based projects, day-to-day development within your current role duties/work activities, reflections with mentor, relevant training sessions.
Modules
This programme has fixed module delivery. You are unable to choose the modules studied on this programme. Please see the course website for a list of the modules.
Placements
This programme does not require external placements to be completed, although varied experiences are beneficial.
Assessments
Assessed throughout the programme by assignments, observations, evaluations and End Point Assessment.
Key Candidate Entry Requirements
• Employed 30 hours or more per week for the duration of the apprenticeship. The apprenticeship duration may be extended to support staff who work less than this (will be looked at on individual basis)
• Preferably, evidence of English and Maths at GCSE C/4/Functional Skills Level 2/Equivalent. If the candidate does not have evidence of Maths and English at the relevant level, the Training Provider will support the learner through the relevant learning and exams, alongside their apprenticeship. An initial diagnostic assessment will be completed by the Training Provider at application stage to determine suitability for this option.
• Evidence of Information Technology qualification or a Level 2 AAT qualification is desirable. If the candidate does not already possess a the Level 2 AAT qualification, Training 2000 will include basic book keeping at the start of the apprenticeship.
• 5 GCSEs grade B/5 or above including Maths and English. Equivalent or higher qualifications may be acceptable, these will be looked at on an individual basis.
Full requirements and details are found on the course webpage/information.
Key Employer Entry Requirements
• Ensure Learner has the support and opportunities to achieve the requirements of the apprenticeship.
• A suitable member of staff to help mentor the apprentice
Listed as an Approved Provider under an NHS Procurement
No
Application Timescale
It takes on average 2 months to complete all application stages for this programme.
If recruiting to this position, additional time will be required for recruitment and advertising stages.
Additional Training Hub Support
Primary Care Employees:
• Have access to all resources provided by the L&SCPC Training Hub such as Digital training, Health and Wellbeing support and events.
• Non-clinical Training and Resources: this
webpage lists training and resources for non-clinical roles, which may compliment the apprenticeship (always check suitability with your apprenticeship training provider)
Social Care Employees:
• Have access to all resources provided by the L&SCSC Training Hub such as training, Health and Wellbeing support and events.
Information Last Updated
19/09/2024
Programme Resources
If you would like to know anything further about the programme itself, please contact: Vicky Fort, Business Manager on 07760 240766 or 01254 54659 or [email protected]
How to Apply
If you would like to discuss or apply for an apprenticeship either for yourself, a member of staff or a vacancy for a new recruit, please complete the appropriate Training Hub Expression of Interest Form from the following options. This allows the apprenticeship team to complete basic pre-checks and to ensure the advice and guidance provided to you is tailored to your service. When relevant, application instructions (including tuition fee and funding instructions) will be sent.
Primary Care Online Expression of Interest Form. If you would like to discuss anything first, please email [email protected] or call Olivia on 07735161775
Social Care Online Expression of Interest Form. If you would like to discuss anything first, please email [email protected] or call Dawn on 07796 060023