Business Administration Apprentice - Weymouth

SPP FINE FINISHES LTD

Weymouth, DT3 6NX

Closes on Wednesday 4 December

Posted on 24 October 2024


Summary

SSP Fine Finishes - Weymouth are looking for a new Office Administrator Apprentice. You'll be studying toward your Apprenticeship in Business Administration Level 3.

Annual wage
£15,405 a year

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Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Mon-Fri (08:00-16:30) - Early Finish Friday.

37 hours a week

Possible start date

Wednesday 11 December

Duration

1 year

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

Working alongside colleagues in the Weymouth office, you will be providing support to our team of on-site 40 contractors.

Our relationships are built on trust and performance. Our employees have been chosen based on their ability and level of craftsmanship, as well as their personal qualities and values.

Our pride and personal involvement in the work we perform result in superior quality and service. This attitude is also directly reflected in our employees’ level of responsibility, professionalism and competency. 

Your role as an apprentice will include but won't be limited too:

  • Monitoring Email inboxes and responding to queries 
  • Placing orders for a variety of products 
  • Using & Updating CRM systems, creating new job listings etc 
  • Liaising with suppliers & other external shareholders 
  • Ensuring all documents such as timesheets and invoices are submitted in a timely manner

Where you’ll work

SPP Fine Finishes Ltd. 3 Brunel Drive

Weymouth

DT3 6NX

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

PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS 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

    Paragon Skills is a leading national Apprenticeship training provider, supporting over 4,000 learners and 1,500 organisations. Paragon Skills has some of the highest success and achievement rates in the industry.

    It has an Ofsted Grade 2 Good rating and an overall achievement rate of 71.4%, exceeding the national average of 65.6%. Using a blended approach, learners are always at the forefront of our priorities. All learners are assigned a Personal Tutor who will be their main point of contact.

    This involves regular catchups, check-in emails and calls. Your employer will agree to give you 20% of your working hours solely towards your study. 

    This will give you every chance to achieve the highest grade possible! On completion of this 12-month apprenticeship you will have gained; Level 3 Business Administration Qualification. 

    Requirements

    Desirable qualifications

    Other in:

    • English (grade Pass (GC)
    • Maths (grade Pass (GC)

    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

    Other requirements

    Working hours Please note that anyone under the age of 18 can only work a maximum of 40 hours per week. Any role which exceeds these hours should be amended accordingly, to fall in line with the legislation.

    About this company

    At SPP Fine Finishes our aim is to provide the highest-quality workmanship possible. We succeed at this because of the integrity of our operatives and staff, our commitment to a solid work ethic, and our passion for staying current with the newest innovations of our industry, with consideration for the environment. SPP Fine Finishes is a painting contracting business incorporated since 1989. Our staff bring years of experience Decorating residential and commercial buildings. The company is currently involved in numerous new build residential and commercial buildings, as well as many educational buildings.

    After this apprenticeship

    Possible progression onto a full time role after the Apprenticeship

    Ask a question

    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    PARAGON EDUCATION & SKILLS LIMITED

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000283861.

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    Closes on Wednesday 4 December

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