Business Administration Apprentice

Summary

Do you want to kickstart your career as an administrator? Are you keen to progress in a company with a proven track record of apprentice success? Apply for the Business Administration Apprentice role today!

Annual wage

£15,000 a year

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Bonus upon completion of probation.

Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Friday 08.30 - 17.00

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 7 October

Duration

1 Year 3 Months

Positions available

1

Work

As an apprentice, you’ll work at a company and get hands-on experience. You’ll gain new skills and work alongside experienced staff.

What you’ll do at work

PETA Ltd are proud to be working with Premsafe (South) Limited to source an exceptional Business Administration Apprentice. Assisting across various departments, the role will be varied. Premsafe have a proven track record of recruiting and training apprentices with PETA Ltd.

Current apprentice: “I’ve been an apprentice here at Premsafe for 11 months and I can honestly say it’s been amazing to work here. Everyone in the office is very supportive and have taught me key learning skills I will be able to use in future roles.”

The Business Administrator Apprentice will be involved in a range of duties to support with general administration tasks, responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

Working with and supporting the Operations, Technical and Commercial teams with administrative duties
Assisting with design and estimating work
Liaising with suppliers
Assisting with health and safety assessment forms
Inputting data onto CRM system
Completing reports

Where you’ll work

Highcroft Industrial Estate

12-14 Enterprise Road

Horndean

Waterlooville

PO8 0BT

Training

An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation. At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying.

College or training organisation

PETA LIMITED

Your training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Equal to A level

Course contents

Skilled in the use of multiple IT packages and systems relevant to the organisation in order to: write letters or emails, create proposals, perform financial processes, record and analyse data. Examples include MS Office or equivalent packages. Able to choose the most appropriate IT solution to suit the business problem. Able to update and review databases, record information and produce data analysis where required.

Produces accurate records and documents including: emails, letters, files, payments, reports and proposals. Makes recommendations for improvements and present solutions to management. Drafts correspondence, writes reports and able to review others' work. Maintains records and files, handles confidential information in compliance with the organisation's procedures. Coaches others in the processes required to complete these tasks.

Exercises proactivity and good judgement. Makes effective decisions based on sound reasoning and is able to deal with challenges in a mature way. Seeks advice of more experienced team members when appropriate.

Builds and maintains positive relationships within their own team and across the organisation. Demonstrates ability to influence and challenge appropriately. Becomes a role model to peers and team members, developing coaching skills as they gain area knowledge.

Demonstrates good communication skills, whether face-to-face, on the telephone, in writing or on digital platforms. Uses the most appropriate channels to communicate effectively. Demonstrates agility and confidence in communications, carrying authority appropriately. Understands and applies social media solutions appropriately. Answers questions from inside and outside of the organisation, representing the organisation or department.

Completes tasks to a high standard. Demonstrates the necessary level of expertise required to complete tasks and applies themself to continuously improve their work. Is able to review processes autonomously and make suggestions for improvements. Shares administrative best-practice across the organisation e.g. coaches others to perform tasks correctly. Applies problem-solving skills to resolve challenging or complex complaints and is a key point of contact for addressing issues.

Takes responsibility for initiating and completing tasks, manages priorities and time in order to successfully meet deadlines. Positively manages the expectations of colleagues at all levels and sets a positive example for others in the workplace. Makes suggestions for improvements to working practice, showing understanding of implications beyond the immediate environment (e.g. impact on clients, suppliers, other parts of the organisation). Manages resources e.g. equipment or facilities. Organises meetings and events, takes minutes during meetings and creates action logs as appropriate. Takes responsibility for logistics e.g. travel and accommodation.

Uses relevant project management principles and tools to scope, plan, monitor and report. Plans required resources to successfully deliver projects. Undertakes and leads projects as and when required.

Your training plan

Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard. You will complete a 15-month apprenticeship which includes 12 days at the PETA training centre in Cosham. You will be supported every 6 weeks with visits from your PETA Learning & Development Coach.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English (grade C/4)
Maths (grade C/4)

Let the company know about other relevant qualifications and industry experience you have. They can adjust the apprenticeship to reflect what you already know.

Skills

Communication skills
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Team working
Proactive nature
Strong time management
Willing to learn and progress
Knowledge of Office 365

Other requirements

Company Benefits: Bonus upon completion of probation. Fun and vibrant office. Complimentary lunches and breakfasts throughout the month as treats for the team. Plenty of opportunities to have a career within every area of this growing business once apprenticeship is completed. Permanent position. 20 days holiday per annum plus Bank Holidays. Free car parking. Employee of the month. Option to load your playlists onto office Sonos to listen to whilst working.

About this company

Premsafe are the leading experts in the UK when it comes to fall protection. Operating nationwide, we design, supply and install a wide range of fall protection services on new build projects as well as retro fitting them onto existing buildings or testing previously installed systems to make sure they comply to all relevant BS & EN standards. If you want to work for a company that truly values you and will invest in your future, you’re in the right place.

https://premsafe.com/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

There is the potential to be offered a full-time role at the end of the apprenticeship.

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