Property and Guest Services Assistant Apprentice

This is a varied role working between the guest and property services departments assisting in guest communications, uploading property details, arranging trades and general admin duties required to assist running a successfully holiday agency

Role

Office Assistant – Role Summary

The Cornish Way is looking for an organised and friendly Office Assistant to support both our Guest Services and Property Services departments.

You will report directly to the guest services and property services managers.

Key duties will include:

Uploading property descriptions and information to our website and Airbnb

Creating and updating guest welcome guides

Responding to guest enquiries and assisting with bookings

Uploading mandatory compliance documents for new properties

Scheduling routine property checks and servicing

Liaising with tradespeople and arranging general maintenance callouts

The role requires excellent organisation, attention to detail, good communication skills and confidence using online systems.

Training

  • On completion of a successful apprenticeship, there may be an opportunity for a full-time position.
Apprenticeship Standard
Business administrator (level 3)
Training Provider
TRURO AND PENWITH COLLEGE
Working Week
Working Days: 4 Working Times:9.30 – 5.30 One Saturday per month. Located in a shop front in Penzance
Expected Duration
1 Year 9 Months
Positions Available
1
Closing Date
Thursday, 15th October 2026
Start Date
Monday, 9th November 2026

Desired Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Patience
  • Able to use Word and Excel

Qualifications

  • any other 3 subjects GCSE, grade 4 or above (Essential)
  • English GCSE, grade 4 or above (Essential)
  • Maths GCSE, grade 4 or above (Essential)

About the Employer

THE CORNISH WAY LTD
Established in 2010 The Cornish Way is a boutique holiday letting agency specialising in letting properties in the far west of Cornwall. We are a growing business currently managing circa 60 properties with a team of 4 who are based in Penzance.

Job Details

Company
THE CORNISH WAY LTD
Location
13 Alverton Terrace, Penzance, England, United Kingdom
Employment Type
Advanced Apprenticeship
Salary
£15,600 a year
Posted