Business Administration Apprentice

LAVASTAR SIGNS LIMITED

Hampshire, RG27 8TD

Closes on Sunday 2 February

Posted on 5 December 2024


Summary

As an Administration Apprentice, you will work closely with our Admin Manager to ensure the smooth running of our operations. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to develop their career in a fast-paced and supportive environment.

Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Office hours are 8am-5pm, days TBC.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Possible start date

Monday 3 February

Duration

1 year 5 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

  • Assisting the Admin Manager with Xero accounting software.
  • Conducting stock checks and coordinating purchases.
  • Inputting and managing data in Carbon Quota.
  • Supporting the maintenance and organization of our vehicle fleet.
  • Ensuring tools and equipment are well-maintained and accounted for.
  • Monitoring and updating company accreditations.
  • Sourcing quotes from suppliers for materials.
  • Building and maintaining accurate databases.
  • Coordinating staff qualifications and ensuring they are up to date.

Where you’ll work

Lavastar, Canal Cottage

Hampshire

RG27 8TD

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

HAWK MANAGEMENT (UK) 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

This training plan has not been finalised. Check with this employer if you’ll need to travel to a college or training location for this apprenticeship.

Requirements

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
  • Problem solving skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative

About this company

Lavastar is a young, dynamic, and multi-award-winning large-format graphics company. We collaborate with some of the most iconic brands and landmarks in the property and events sectors, delivering outstanding visual solutions. As we grow, we’re looking for an energetic and ambitious Administration Apprentice to join our close-knit team and support us in various key areas of the business.

Company benefits

Potential for permanent employment. Very competitive apprentice salary. 28 days holiday including bank holiday. Multiple company socials through the year. Possible ad hoc staff bonuses

After this apprenticeship

The successful candidate would complete the apprenticeship and potentially be offered a permanent role

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

HAWK MANAGEMENT (UK) LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000290027.

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Closes on Sunday 2 February

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