Business Administrator Apprentice

Summary

Sheet Tech Fabrications offers a unique combination of hands-on experience, professional development, and a chance to gain a nationally recognised qualification while earning a salary. This role provides an excellent pathway to start a career in the engineering business administration and develop valuable transferable skills.

Wage: £14,722.50 a year
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Training course: Business administrator (level 3)
Hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm (half an hour for lunch)
37 hours 30 minutes a week
Possible start date: Thursday 1 May
Duration: 1 year 6 months
Positions available: 1

Work

Most of your apprenticeship is spent working. You’ll learn on the job by getting hands-on experience.

What you’ll do at work

Assisting with general administrative tasks, such as data entry, filing, and document management
Handling email and phone correspondence with internal and external stakeholders
Maintaining accurate records and databases
Supporting the team with project coordination and reporting
Ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures
Requesting quotations and updates from external suppliers
Updating and maintaining bespoke company system

Where you’ll work

8 DOMAN ROAD
CAMBERLEY
GU15 3DF

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

College or training organisation

THE APPRENTICE ACADEMY 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

Business Administrator Level 3.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade 4 or above)
Maths (grade 4 or above)

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
Customer care skills
Problem solving skills
Administrative skills
Logical
Team working

About this company

STF is a sheet metal and fabrication industry leader. Our expert team use a variety of manufacturing techniques to produce a range of products, from bespoke, handcrafted pieces of art to bulk production orders. Our clients, such as Aerospace and Motorsport, are typically from the science, utility and transport industries. We are committed to excellence, innovation, and nurturing talent. This apprenticeship offers an exciting opportunity to develop your skills and kickstart your career in business administration while contributing to our success.

https://www.sheet-techfab.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

There is a potential for a permanent role within the company after completing the apprenticeship.

The skills acquired during the apprenticeship are highly transferable, allowing you to explore roles in diverse sectors like healthcare, education, retail, or technology.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

SHEET TECH FABRICATIONS LIMITED

Marta West

marta.stf@outlook.com

01276684800

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000297872.

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Closes on Wednesday 30 April 2025

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