Business Administrator Apprenticeship

Summary

We’re looking for a motivated Business Admin Apprentice to join our team and gain a Level 3 qualification. This hands-on role offers real-world experience in a fast-paced engineering company, ensuring smooth workflow and efficient administration. If you're eager to learn, develop valuable skills, and kickstart your career, apply now!

Wage

£18,000 a year

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Salary depending on age/experience - to be discussed at interview.

Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Thursday, 7.45am - 4.30pm and Friday, 7.45am - 3.15pm.

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 28 April 2025

Duration

1 year 3 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

Our Business Administrator will work closely with the Fluids Transfer Team, that specialise in the distribution of pumps and level equipment.

With the aim to develop and have more responsibility during your
apprenticeship, the role includes:

Administration of sales and purchase orders
General office administration duties
Working closely with the engineering workshop in receipting deliveries
Preperation of paperwork in relation to goods-out
Issuing stock to works orders based on actual usages
Receipting works orders to stock
Liaising with other departments to ensure smooth work-flow
Ensuring that the policies of the company are observed and that good practice is encouraged, particularly in the areas of health & safety, equal opportunities and confidentiality
Full training will be given, you must be comfortable in using computers

The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by the organisation which is relevant to your post within the company to meet the overall business objectives.

Where you’ll work

BRITANNIA HOUSE
LOCK WAY
DEWSBURY
WF13 3SX

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 Apprenticeship Standard
Level 2 Functional Skills maths and English if equivalents are 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:

maths & English (grade 5/ C 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
Administrative skills
Number skills
Team working
Initiative

Other requirements

The vacancy may close early if the right applicant is found so apply ASAP The apprentice salary will be reviewed after the first 3 months and again after 6 months 20 days annual leave + 3 days between Christmas & New Year shutdown Annual Company Performance Bonus

About this company

Since 1964, Chem Resist have developed market-leading Process Plant, premium branded Fluid-Transfer products and Pipework Systems to safely store and transfer aggressive and corrosive chemicals. Backed by unparalleled technical advice and customer service, we work with our customers to find solutions for the most challenging applications. And we are proud to say we are "Built with Integrity". What has been, and continues to be absolutely fundamental to our success is our whole team. We’ve got 50 people working here and we try and create an environment where everyone is happy, rewarded, fulfilled and also challenged.

https://www.chemresist.com/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Free parking. Company social events. Employee discounts and benefits scheme. Company pension.

After this apprenticeship

Great prospects for progression to a full-time position for the right candidate

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

C.M.S. VOCATIONAL TRAINING LIMITED

Katrina Clarke

katrina.clarke@cmsvoc.co.uk

01924 470477

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000312552.

Apply now

Closes in 17 days (Sunday 20 April 2025 at 11:59pm)

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