Sanctuary Group
Apprentice - Business and Administration
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Apprentice – Business and Administration Level 3
Contract & Location
Fixed-term contract for 12 months 📍 Heathfield Office, 75 Old Hawkhill, Dundee, DD1 5EN 🕒 35 hours per week 💰 Starting salary (Year 1): £17,472
About Sanctuary Students
Sanctuary Students provides safe and secure accommodation for thousands of students across the UK. We pride ourselves on our dedicated team, who support students with their daily needs.
University isn’t always the answer.
This is your chance to join our award-winning Apprenticeship programme, offered in partnership with Genius People – Genius Education Ltd. You’ll study for a Business and Administration SCQF Level 3, gaining hands-on work experience alongside your training.
We’re searching for ambitious individuals with leadership potential, who are ready to grow and thrive at Sanctuary. This role could be your first step to a long-term, fulfilling career with us.
Progression Opportunities
- Pathway to a management apprenticeship after successful completion of this 12-month programme.
- Not guaranteed—depends on:
- Successful completion of the apprenticeship.
- Performance, behaviour, and work ethic.
- Further development opportunities available if expectations are met.
What You’ll Do
Based at Heathfield Office, your role will include:
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- Reception duties (handling front-of-house tasks).
- Answering telephones efficiently.
- Issuing keys to contractors.
- Supporting the management team with admin tasks.
- Invoicing residents and managing financial records.
- Engaging with students in residences.
- Guided support from your team to ensure you grow and succeed.
(Full details available on our Sanctuary careers page).
Skills & Qualifications Required
We’re looking for applicants who embody our core values—Ambition, Inclusion, Integrity, Quality, and Sustainability—and demonstrate:
- Enthusiasm for learning.
- Commitment to personal growth.
- A strong work ethic and dedication.
Minimum Entry Criteria
✔ Age: 16–24 (as set by Scottish Funding) ✔ National 5 Maths and English (or equivalent). ✔ Practical experience with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). ✔ Friendly, approachable manner. ✔ Excellent communication skills.
About Us
Sanctuary operates a not-for-profit organisation, offering in-house repairs, maintenance, and customer service across a wide portfolio of properties. We thrive on open transparency, strong partnerships, and exceptional service.
Our history dates back to 1979, and we’ve grown significantly over the years—namely, “Slaters Estates” into Sanctuary Students.
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Our Benefits
Your wellbeing is a core priority, so we offer:
- 🕒 25 days annual leave (increases to 30 days), plus public holidays (prorata).
- 💼 Pension scheme—we contribute too.
- 🛡️ Life assurance.
- 🏥 Employee advice service (including counselling).
- 🚴 Cycle to Work scheme.
- 💉 Health insurance options.
- ❤️ Employee recognition scheme.
- 🛍️ Discounts on retailer services.
- 🔄 Flexible work-life support tools.
Application & Deadlines
📅 Closing date: 27 July 2026 ⚠️ Initial contact from Genius People (training provider) for:
- A discussion about the role.
- Standard apprentice eligibility checks.
Note: Your details may be shared with the training provider for a secondary application—both will contribute to your review.
- Recommended: Apply early—we may close/extend deadlines based on applications.
- More info: Delve deeper into apprenticeships at Sanctuary.
Sanctuary celebrates diversity and inclusion. We believe in fairness, empathy, and a range of ideas—that’s why we actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups. Adjustments will be made throughout your application process in line with Sanctuary’s Disability Confident status.
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