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Successfully recruiting and training office based apprentices and graduates for over 25 years throughout Northamptonshire. With dedicated training centres in Northampton and Kettering, we are the area's leading independent apprenticeship provider.
You can do an apprenticeship in almost anything today. At Starting Off we specialise in office based apprenticeships. If you want to get ahead and start your career in business, while gaining nationally recognised qualifications and earning money, an apprenticeship could be your solution.
ApprenticeFinding the right people for your team is one of business's key components. Working with Starting Off, you can introduce apprentices into your business, training and developing them to understand your processes and culture.
EmployerSchool or college isn’t right for everybody. The great thing about apprenticeships is you can have the best of both worlds. You can work and earn money, while still learning and gaining a valuable qualification.
TrainingMy client established in 1987 is one of the most experienced andd successful central heating companies across the Midlands. They specialise in all forms of central heating and work with companies such as Northampton Partnership Homes, Barwood Homes, other private jobs and the public sector.
Read moreThis organisation are a world leader in admixtures for construction materials. The Northamptonshire site has been running since 1997 and has grown significantly during this period.
Read moreEstablished in 1984, this company is a print management company, providing services across Northampton, Milton Keynes, London, Birmingham and Manchester.
Read moreEstablished over 30 years ago by husband and wife in Manchester, my client have grown to become one of the largest independent wholesales of beers, wines, spirits and soft drinks in the UK. Since the beginning they have grown to over 800 members of staff and service over 7000 customers across the UK. They now have over 13 depots across the UK in Northampton, Sheffield, Manchester, Slough and many more.
Read moreOur client founded over 25+ years’ is a specialist composite manufacturer working primarily within the OEM Automotive and Motorsport industries, providing high-quality components. They work with clients such as BMW, Cosworth, Aston Martin, Jaguar, Bentley and many more. Over the past 3 years the company has grown from 60 staff to over 100 staff members based in Daventry, Northamptonshire.
Read moreStarting Off are currently recruiting a Business Administration Apprentice for a leading player in the building services market. This company have an annual turnover approaching £200m and have been at the forefront of the building services industry for over 70 years.
Read moreMy client are a non-profit organisation that operates as a financial services provider for the Communications Industry and the Department of Work and Pensions. Due to growth within the business they are now recruiting a Member Services Administrator to join their busy Finance team.
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Here at Starting Off we have been recruiting and training office based apprentices and graduates for over 25 years throughout Northamptonshire. With dedicated training centres in Northampton and Kettering, we are the area's leading independent apprenticeship provider.
Our client has been established for over 40 years in Northampton and is a well-respected local business that has a global client base. The business was acquired in 2009 by an international business and continues to develop.
A fantastic opportunity has become available for an enthusiastic apprentice to join the customer service team.
Established since 2008, this well-known organisation with 30 sites all over the UK specialise in MOT’s, car services and repairs.
A fantastic opportunity has become available for an upbeat and ambitious candidate to join the finance team as an accounts apprentice.
Established in 1906, this company is an independent company offering a range of investment management, stockbroking and financial planning services.
A fantastic opportunity has become available for a mature and reliable candidate to join the team as an apprentice. The role will be based in the Financial Planning team.
Our client founded over 25+ years’ is a specialist composite manufacturer working primarily within the OEM Automotive and Motorsport industries, providing high-quality components. They work with clients such as BMW, Cosworth, Aston Martin, Jaguar, Bentley and many more. Over the past 3 years the company has grown from 60 staff to over 100 staff members based in Daventry, Northamptonshire.
Read morePeterborough Diocese Education Trust was named in School’s Weeks list of fastest growing multi academy trusts in England in 2017. Having grown to 27 academies across the Diocese of Peterborough, the trust is looking for a motivated and enthusiastic candidate to support the crucial work of the experienced central finance team.
Read moreOur client established in 2003 with offices within the UK, India and Australia are a Digital agency who provide end-to-end solutions to companies/organisations such as the local government, NHS, blue-chip business, SMEs and non-profit organisations.
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This company provide intelligent B2B telemarketing, business development and market research support to suppliers of products and services to the construction, built environment and industrial markets.
With more than 25 years' experience and proprietary market intelligence, we offer a targeted, proven way to increase our clients sales & and improve their market awareness.
This company first opened their doors back in October 1964 in a double garage in Cologne. For the first 20 years, the company worked as a supplier of complex technical polymer components. Between 1985 and 2018, they have grown from 40 to more than 3,800 employees distributed between the head office in Germany and 35 subsidiary companies around the world.
Read moreEstablished in 2004 this company supports elderly individuals in their homes with complex care needs. With coverage across Northamptonshire and the surrounding counties, this a successful and rapidly expanding franchise business.
Read moreThis business specialise in the supply of temporary and permanent nursing staff to a wide range of clients including hospitals and care homes. An exciting opportunity has become available for an apprentice to join the team.
Read moreThis business specialise in the supply of temporary and permanent nursing staff to a wide range of clients including hospitals and care homes. An exciting opportunity has become available for an apprentice to join the team.
Read moreOur client helps businesses to find flexible serviced offices and meeting rooms in the best locations. Managed by a dedicated business centre manager, each centre hosts a wide range of organisations; from start-ups, growing businesses to established national and international companies that require a regional presence.
Read moreEstablished in 2012, this Town Centre based agency covering residential lettings, property management and maintenance across Northamptonshire is growing fast. This role is ideal for a candidate with an interest in this industry, looking for a longer-term career.
Read moreThis is a fantastic opportunity for a recent school or college leaver looking to start their career within a busy and upbeat office environment working for a reputable Northampton property lawyers. The ideal candidate will be hardworking, personable, professional and keen to find an office-based role. Situated in Northampton Town Centre this “no nonsense” lawyers help buy and sell houses on the property ladder. Longer term progression to become a Case Handler is available for a candidate with the right attitude and aptitude.
Read moreMy client is a leading designer and supplier of temperature products for refrigeration equipment including chiller blinds and refrigeration night blinds. With a history spanning 45 years and the company consistently growing, they are now on the lookout for an apprentice to come and join their small and busy team.
Read morePrepare, compile and sort documents for data entry. Check source documents for accuracy. Verify data and correct data where necessary. Obtain further information for incomplete documents. Enter data from source files into the prescribed computer database – TEAM’s. Check completed work for accuracy. Store completed documents in designated locations. Comply with data integrity and security policies. Maintain own office equipment and stationery supplies.
Read moreThis company are one of the fastest estate management and play space services providers in the UK offering a fully integrated, versatile and exceptional service to private and public sector clients.
Read moreEstablished in 1969 my client have over 48 years’ experience as a leading onshore helicopter company in the UK, Ireland and Europe. They have a distinguished reputation for providing helicopter support services for Air Ambulance services, the Royal Family, the Prime Minister and multi-billionaire clients.
Read moreThis is a fantastic and exciting opportunity to join an expanding company, who fully support Apprenticeships. Established since 1979 they are the UK’s largest window and door manufacturers. Partnering with leading suppliers, the company offer advanced low maintenance and energy efficient windows and doors, new generation conservatories, glazed extensions and roofline products.
Read moreA fantastic opportunity to join a Northampton company who have developed themselves into a web driven organisation. This currently is currently looking to expand so is ideally placed to bring an online marketing apprentice on board.
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This is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for a hands-on and varied role working for a leading Tile Importer and Distributer.
This company are an innovative construction industry training provider. Offering a wide range of solution-based training services to clients involved in UK construction and allied industries. The company offer a national service tailored to each client to ensure training requirements are handled efficiently.
Read moreThis is an excellent entry level accounts role based in Kettering, working for a leading vehicle leasing company.
Read moreThis business first opened their doors 5 years ago when they found themselves in a dilemma when it came to giving an original yet personal gift to a new-born. Fast forward to 5 years later and they are now set on realising their dream of becoming the number one personalised baby brand in the world and growing +80% year-on-year.
Read moreThis is an excellent entry level administration position, working for a leading vehicle leasing company within a busy sales office.
Read moreSince establishing the business in 2011, our commitment to changing the perception of the recruitment industry locally has meant that we have quickly become the recruitment agency of choice in Northampton and Kettering. We specialise in recruitment within the commercial, industrial and engineering sectors of Northampton and Kettering, and we have extensive experience in managing volume labour requirements in all of these.
Read moreThis is a fantastic opportunity for someone looking for a hands-on and varied role working for a leading Tile Importer and Distributer.
Read moreEstablished in 1978, this company is a family run business providing a wide range of commercial and personal insurance.
Read moreThis is a fantastic opportunity for a recent school or college leaver who has an interest in the motor vehicle industry and is looking to start their career within the vehicle industry.
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This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent school or college leaver looking to start their career within an ever-expanding and forward thinking motorcycle clothing distributer.
Founded in 1998, this well-established website development and internet marketing company specialise in Website Design, Search Engine Optimisation and Email Marketing.
We are looking for a candidate with a passion for website development, who practices coding in their free time to join the team.
This company are an established and successful construction equipment spare parts distribution Company looking for a reliable and positive person to join our warehouse team as an Apprentice, formal and on the Job training will be provided.
This is a fantastic trainee opportunity for a recent school or college leaver looking to start their career within a well-established and ever-expanding solicitors.
Read moreThis company specialises in high quality timber engineered Roof Trusses, Floor Joists (both Ecojoists® and JJI Joists) and Glulam Beams.
Read moreA fantastic opportunity has arisen for a recent school or college leaver looking to start their career within a privately owned company that has been established since 1770 and is based in Wellingborough, Northamptonshire.
Read moreyou will help a diverse range of companies from startups to enterprise grow sales through applying your knowledge and experience across a range of business areas. You have a chance to see how your work impacts our client sales very directly.
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This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent school or college leaver looking to start their career within a company that is a privately owned company, established 1770, and currently based in Wellingborough. The company provides British horse racing with its central administration under contract to the British Horseracing Authority, acts as its bank and maintains the Thoroughbred Breed Register.
This organisation is one of the UK’s largest Technology and IT Resellers. The business has been established for over 30 years and have offices all over the UK and work with businesses in the UK and beyond. With 17 offices and 2 Advanced Technology Centres they are an exciting company to be a part of. In 2016 they achieved revenues over £152 million and they were recognised in the Sunday Times Fast Track 250, as one of the UK’s fastest growing companies.
Read moreThis is a fantastic opportunity for an ambitious, self-motivated recent school or college leaver looking to kick-start their career within a global branding and packaging provider. The role is a perfect stepping stone into the print, packaging, brand and fashion industries and to develop a great career!
Read moreMy client are a family run Audio Visual hire, Event and Film Production company that have been established for over 30 years. As part of their service they facilitate conferences, gala dinners, product launches, training seminars and a variety of other events.
Read moreThis is a fantastic opportunity for a self-motivated individual looking to join a growing company in Northampton. Our client, an approachable, friendly team of mortgage experts provide individual mortgage advice to their customers and pride themselves on adding value to the service they offer. They are now looking for an enthusiastic Apprentice to join their team as a Mortgage Administrator.
Read moreThis company, established 15 years ago are an Estate Agents that offer services such as selling, renting and buying houses. They are also a 3 times Gold award winners for Northampton Estate Agency and Lettings Agents in Northamptonshire.
Read moreEstablished in 2012, this Town Centre based agency covering residential lettings, property management and maintenance across Northamptonshire is growing fast.
Read moreA fantastic opportunity for a keen and highly motivated person looking to start their career. Our company was established in 1978 and we provide a range of surveying services throughout mainland UK including land, building and underground surveys.
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Our client is a small, accountancy practice based in Welford, Leicestershire that was established over 15 years ago.
Location: Welford, Leicestershire
Salary: £4.20 - £7.83 p/h
Our client, based in Market Harborough, Leicestershire, is a leading technical retail design agency, taking brands and retailers’ campaigns, concepts and collateral to market.
Salary: £16,000 per annum.
The client is a Geotechnical and Environmental Consultancy company based in Walgrave. They specialise in site investigations, geotechnical engineering assessments and investigations of chemical and gaseous contaminated sites.
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The client is a leading vehicle leasing company based in Kettering.
A position has become available for a Trainee Maintenance/Rentals Controller to join the ever-expanding team.
Salary:£150 – £200 per week.
This is a fantastic sales administration opportunity working for a well-established and reputable car dealership in Rushden. The company pride itself on delivering high-end customer service for their customers.
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The client is a Vauxhall Retailer located in Wellingborough. They pride themselves on exemplary customer service. In the past 5 years they have won Customer Excellence Awards and Vauxhall Professionals programmes.
Salary: £10,000-£14,000
The company are independent financial advisors that offer a range of financial services including investments, mortgages and pensions. They are now looking for an Administration Apprentice to join their team.
Salary: £200 per week
This company are a buying group and was established in 1977 and have over 250 independent stores across the UK and Europe who use the Toymaster brand to help promote their business.
Read moreThis company is one of the UK’s leading building services engineering companies. An opportunity has become available for an apprentice to join the team.
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The client is the global leader in assistive technology for people who are visually impaired or have low vision offering a wide range of innovative products.
Location: Rushden
Salary: £155.40 - £289.71
The client is an international chemical company based in Wollaston. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent school or college leaver who is looking to kick start their career.
Location: Wollaston
Salary: £187.50 per week
My client is an established company specialising in the surveying and design of Building Services Projects. Based in Central and East Midlands they provide a comprehensive range of services to all sectors nationwide. Projects they undertake cover engineering and construction management services, from concept and feasibility studies through all stages of design, tender review, to site supervision, project management, cost control, commissioning and beyond. Due to expansion within the company they are now recruiting for an Office Administrator Apprentice to come and join their busy but small Northampton Office.
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This is a fabulous opportunity for the right candidate to join a small team with a variety of tasks that will give you the prospect of progressing and taking on more responsibility as you develop.
Established in 1997, my client has over 18 years’ experience in providing payroll services to an extensive client base which comprises both large and small organisations in the private sector as well as organisations in the public sector. Taken over in November 2015 they are now on the lookout for an apprentice payroll administrator to join their expanding business.
Read moreEstablished in 2006, the company have three offices in the UK with the Head Office based in Wellingborough. They specialise in providing insurance services within the construction, manufacturing, property and fleet industries.
Read moreEstablished in 2004, the company is a distributor of performance and tuning products to the automotive market. They supply products to a wide range of companies comprising of specialist tuners, high street stores and mail order retailers.
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Working with a small and friendly team of professionals in developing and creating opportunities to provide our accredited qualifications and Apprenticeships to new and existing clients.
Established in 1999, this business offer a unique, fully integrated business development solution that can be applied from simple telemarketing projects to the most demanding of conceptual sales. Their core business development service relies on their ability to develop relationships with prospects in order to identify specific business opportunities and arrange qualified appointments for their clients.
Read moreThis business has been established for over 30 years in Northampton and provide a wide range of fan powered extract and input ventilation equipment. They also service and test equipment and offer a complete solutions package to companies nationwide.
Read moreEstablished in 2000, this successful surveying and building consultancy firm have offices in Northampton and Nottingham. A fantastic opportunity has become available for a candidate with an interest in finance and accountancy to join the team. Whilst primarily focused on work in this department of the business, the apprentice will have the opportunity to be involved with general office administration.
Read moreThis company are not merely providing administration support they believe in partnering with you to create a strong working relationship allowing you to be more proactive and more importantly save time and money. They offer support to businesses and their owners in different locations. The expertise and experience they offer is second to none and add value to what they do for you because they understand it, all for a reasonably packaged price.
Read moreThis company are an established and successful construction equipment spare parts distribution Company looking for a reliable and positive person to join our warehouse team as an Apprentice, formal and on the Job training will be provided.
Read moreThis company were established in 1996 and they are a firm of Chartered Financial Planners who manage over £96 million of their client funds. They provide bespoke wealth management solutions to enable their clients to meet their lifestyle goals.
Read moreThis business have been established in Daventry for 30 years and specialise in the manufacture and assembly of tubes, fabrications and pipes. Typically the parts produced are used in the automotive industry. A fantastic opportunity has become available for a trainee to join the administration team.
Read moreThis company is a leading distributor and manufacturer of engine filtration technology and components for the commercial vehicle, rail, automotive, marine and industrial sectors worldwide.
Read moreThis company have been established since 2000 and have over 18 years’ experience within their speciality. They are leading independent suppliers of data and wireless networking solutions. Their experienced installation team carry out projects and services throughout the UK and Northampton.
Read moreEstablished in 1995 this very successful IT Office Solutions business works with a diverse range of businesses across the UK and globally. A fantastic opportunity has now become available for a highly motivated and ambitious sales apprentice to join the team. In this role your key focus will be office furniture sales.
Read moreThis client has been established for over 40 years in Northampton and is a well-respected local business that has a global client base. The business was acquired in 2009 by an international business and continues to develop.
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Established in 2007, this well-respected solicitors firm offer legal services from residential conveyancing to family law.
Salary: £150 per week
Location: Pitsford/Lamport
This business have been established in Daventry for 30 years and specialise in the manufacture and assembly of tubes, fabrications and pipes. Typically the parts produced are used in the automotive industry.
Read moreAre you keen to work in a busy IT department contributing to the companies E –Commerce platform? The main purpose of this role is to create, manage and implement work plans for tasks directly related to the E – Commerce Manager. You will be responsible for the product catalogue online and off-line, this includes managing the online product range, including categorisation, online images, pricing and product descriptions.
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My client is an established company specialising in the surveying and design of Building Services Projects. Due to expansion within the company they are now recruiting for an Office Administrator Apprentice to come and join their busy but small Northampton Office.
Salary: £170 per week
Location: Northampton
Based in a school, the ideal candidate will be confident, personable, enthusiastic and a team-player. You must have excellent communication skills as you are dealing with members of the public, parents, staff and pupils.
Salary; £170 per week
Location: Northampton
Salary: 10,000 to £12,000 per annum
Location: Northampton, Moulton Park
This organisation are part of a larger group that specialise in the design, manufacture and installation of innovative office, reception and meeting room furniture, storage solutions and library furniture.
Salary: £150 per week, reviewed after 3 months
Location: Northampton, Pineham
Salary: 0-6 months £8,500, 9-12 months £9600
Location: Northampton, Town Centre
Established in 2015, the client are an Estate Agents that offer services such as selling, renting and buying houses. They are now recruiting for an Apprentice Property Coordinator to be part of their busy sales and lettings team, providing the highest standard of service to all clients and ensuring a positive perception of the company.
Salary: £10,000 to £12,000 per annum
Location: Northampton, Town Centre
This toy buying group was established in 1977 and have over 250 independent stores across the UK and Europe who use the brand to help promote their business. They are now on the lookout for an administrator to come and join their busy team assisting with the administration and finance team.
Salary: £11,000 to £18,000 per annum
Location: Northampton, Wootton
This client was established in 1978 and provides a range of surveying services through mainland UK. Services include land, building, boundary and underground surveys. A fantastic opportunity has become available for a highly motivated trainee looking to start their career in a business based role.
Salary: £180 - £200 per week
Location: Ecton, Northampton
This role will require the apprentice to handle customer enquiries via incoming and outgoing telephone calls and book service visits whilst identifying and ordering spare parts and accessories. The apprentice will also promote products and services with the aim of generating income for the business and improving customer loyalty.
Salary: £200 per week
Location: Kettering
This is a great opportunity for someone looking to start a career within a well-established company.
Salary: £15,000 per annum
Location: Blisworth
The purpose of the role is to maintain and build upon a national telesales database, grow the market share and achieve projected sales targets given.
Salary £16,000 - £18,000 per annum
Location Brackmills
Carry out high quality administrative and reporting duties, ensuring the accurate preparation of all operations related pre and post contract paperwork.
Salary: £15,000 per annum
Location: Blisworth