Business Support Officer (Apprenticeship Funding and Compliance) Full time (35 hrs/wk), permanent Split place of work between Horizons (Reading, Berkshire) and Home, with up to 30 days per year spent at Horizons Salary range £27,000 to £28,000 pa plus benefits We''re looking for a proactive and detail-driven Business Support Officer to join our growing Apprenticeship Business Management (ABM) team. As the Business Support Officer, you will be involved in a range of funding and compliance activities, aiding the effective operation of the University''s essential apprenticeship business processes. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative, compliance, or business support experience who is keen to develop a career in the apprenticeship and higher education sector. While experience of working with DfE/ESFA-funded programmes and apprenticeship funding rules is highly desirable, it is not essential. If you bring strong transferable skills, a keen eye for detail, and a willingness to learn, we will fully support your development through training and CPD. Your accountabilities and responsibilities include: Oversee, manage and be responsible for allocated aspects of the University''s apprenticeship business support operations Work closely with employers and EPA Organisations to provide APC, gateway, and EPA data to ensure successful and timely completion of apprentice change of circumstance activities Act as the first point of contact for all apprenticesh