Do you love solving problems, keeping things organised, and helping people?

If so, this Business Operations Apprenticeship (Level 3) could be the perfect way to kickstart your career.

What you’ll be doing:

You’ll be part of our friendly operations team, playing a key role in making sure everything runs smoothly. Whether it’s helping to schedule jobs, assisting with estimates, or supporting customers and colleagues, you’ll be right in the thick of the action – learning loads and gaining valuable hands-on experience along the way.

Your day-to-day could include:

Supporting the scheduling of engineers and jobs across the Southwest
Assisting with the preparation and tracking of estimates and job costs
Helping manage customer queries via phone and email
Updating internal systems and ensuring job records are accurate
General admin tasks to support the operations team

You don’t need any experience to apply – just a positive attitude and a willingness to learn. You’ll receive structured training through your apprenticeship, and you’ll be fully supported by the team every step of the way.

What you’ll need:

We’re looking for someone who:

Is organised and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment
Communicates confidently – both verbally and in writing
Has a great attention to detail and takes pride in getting things right
Works well in a team and is happy to get stuck in
Can travel to Exeter College one day a week as part of the apprenticeship

This is a great opportunity for someone who’s curious, motivated, and ready to build a strong foundation in business operations.

Who are Sherwoods?

Sherwoods is a family-run business that’s been around since 1970. We’re a leading facilities maintenance provider across the Southwest – but more than that, we’re a team that genuinely cares about the people who work here. We’ll support your development and make sure you’re not just another cog in the machine.

What next?

Sound good? Hit apply for a no-pressure chat. Don’t stress if your CV isn’t polished – just send over what you’ve got, and we’ll take it from there. Everyone gets a response.

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