Business Administration Apprentice

Summary

As a Business Administration Apprentice at Honeywell, in Christchurch / Bournemouth, you will have the opportunity to gain a range of nationally recognised qualifications and hands-on learning experience within our supportive and friendly team.

Wage

£14,526.20 a year

Minimum wage rates (opens in new tab)

Competitive apprentice rates paid monthly.

Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Hours

Monday to Friday (Wednesday based from the college). Times to be confirmed.

37 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 4 August

Duration

1 year 6 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

This role is part of our Early Careers Relations program, designed to help people launch their careers with hands-on experience, mentorship, and opportunities for growth within Honeywell. This apprenticeship is set up for a duration of 4 years starting from 4th August 2025. We are looking for enthusiastic, motivated individuals to join us, people who are looking for an exciting career rather than just a job.

Honeywell will provide you with the college courses to gain an Advanced Apprenticeship in Business Administration at NVQ Level 3 and a relevant qualification at level 4 alongside a salary, with annual uplifts, and competitive benefits.

Our education provider is BCP. You will attend the college one day a week, on a Wednesday.

Business administration covers a wide range of areas and responsibilities.

You’ll work in roles within Materials Management, Operational Excellence, Software Engineering and Operations.

You will support a fast-paced, complex business operation and develop all the technical and soft skills required to perform in a professional role.

Where you’ll work

2 Aviation Park West

Bournemouth International Airport, Hurn

Christchurch

Dorset

BH23 6EW

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

BOURNEMOUTH AND POOLE COLLEGE, THE

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 Administration Apprenticeship Standard.

https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/business-administrator-v1-0

Functional Skills in English and Maths up to Level 2 if required.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

4 GCSEs including English and 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

Administration skills
Initative
Team working
Time management

Other requirements

The applicant will have to also apply to the Bournemouth and Poole College for an academic interview: https://www.thecollege.co.uk/courses/business-administration-apprenticeship-level-3

About this company

Honeywell Aerospace Technologies products and services are used on virtually every commercial, defence, and space aircraft. We build aircraft engines, cockpit and cabin electronics, wireless connectivity systems, mechanical components. Our hardware and software solutions help create more fuel-efficient aircraft, more direct and on-time flights and safer skies. Safer, More Fuel-Efficient Flying and Innovations for the Future of Aviation.

After this apprenticeship

Career Growth: Clear pathways for advancement, regular feedback, and mentorship opportunities.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

BOURNEMOUTH AND POOLE COLLEGE, THE

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000304440.

Apply now

Closes on Thursday 31 July 2025

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Company’s application instructions

Please apply direct to the company: https://honeywell.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/6/home/requisition/465211?c=honeywell

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