Business Administrator Assistant Apprentice

Summary

This is an exciting opportunity within a company that provides a range of government funded & commercial training programmes. Covering a wide range of vocational areas including health & fitness and accountancy the role is busy and varied, you will learn all aspects of administration skills, whilst working towards a business admin qualification.

Wage

£14,231.75 to £23,015.85, depending on your age

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Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Hours

36.25 hours. Monday - Friday, 9.00am to 5.00pm, 45 minutes for lunch.

36 hours 15 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 2 June 2025

Duration

1 year 2 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

Duties to include:

Entering data on to the CRM system
Assisting the Finance as and when required
Assisting with the maintenance of e-portfolios
Quality checking of paperwork
Filing, copying & scanning
Handling telephone enquiries, redirecting calls as required
Checking supplier statements requesting copy invoices as/when required
Invigilating of exams
Receiving and handling learner examination results and certificates
Creating info and spreadsheets

This list is not exhaustive, and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by themanager which are relevant to your role within the company to meet the overall business needs.

Where you’ll work

26 STATION ROAD
BATLEY
WF17 5SU

Training

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

College or training organisation

C.M.S. VOCATIONAL TRAINING 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

As a Business Administration Apprentice, you will complete the following qualifications as part of your Apprenticeship
Level 3 Business Administrator Standard Apprenticeship.
Level 2 Functional Skills in maths and English if not already achieved
You will also develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours required to work within an office environment
This apprenticeship is delivered in the workplace and 20% of your working time will be dedicated towards training and learning new skills
You will be allocated a tutor who will provide you with personal support and assessment at pre-arranged times
Assessment is through a variety of methods including observations in the workplace, witness testimonies, product evidence and professional discussions
All evidence will be logged to your electronic portfolio

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English (grade C/4 or above)
Math (grade C/4 or above)

Desirable qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

IT (grade C/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
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Administrative skills
Number skills
Team working
Initiative
Non judgemental
Patience
Good time keeping
Good attendance record
Enthusiasm
An interest in administration
Proactive

Other requirements

This is a full time office based role in Batley. Ensure you can travel on a daily basis. Upon completion of a 14 month apprenticeship the role will be reviewed for a permanent position. Please note; we reserve the right to close any vacancies from further applications when we have received a suitable number of applications from which to make a shortlist. Please ensure you apply ASAP if you wish to be considered for this role.

About this company

CMS Vocational Training Ltd, based in Batley, West Yorkshire, has over 40 years of experience as an established provider of apprenticeships, advanced learner loans, and commercial training. Operating on a national scale, we collaborate with a diverse array of employers across various sectors to offer a wide range of high-quality apprenticeship opportunities.

https://cmsvoc.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Great prospects for progression to a permanent role for the right candidate, with an option to go onto further qualifications. This could result in AAT or further business qualifications.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

C.M.S. VOCATIONAL TRAINING LIMITED

Mandy Hodson

mandy.hodson@cmsvoc.co.uk

01924614523

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000317010.

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Closes in 20 days (Friday 16 May 2025 at 11:59pm)

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