Business Administrator Apprentice

CKN PRINT LTD

NORTHAMPTON, NN3 8RQ

Closes in 14 days (Monday 21 October at 11:59pm)

Posted on 10 May 2024


Summary

Administration duties across the entire business learning all roles.

Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday 8.30-17.00

40 hours a week

Possible start date

Monday 28 October

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

  • Provide administrative support to various departments, including data entry, filing, and document preparation.
  • Answer phone calls, respond to emails, and greet visitors in a professional and courteous manner. 
  • Assist with scheduling appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements for staff members.
  • Help maintain office supplies inventory and place orders as needed.
  • Support other office activities as assigned, such as organising events or preparing presentations.
  • General Responsibilities:
  • Adapt to changing priorities and multitask effectively to meet deadlines in both the factory and office environments. 
  • Collaborate with colleagues and supervisors to achieve team goals and objectives.
  • Communicate openly and effectively to ensure clear understanding of tasks and expectations.
  • Demonstrate a positive attitude and willingness to learn new skills.

Where you’ll work

2 NORTH PORTWAY CLOSE

ROUND SPINNEY INDUSTRIAL ESTAT

NORTHAMPTON

NN3 8RQ

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

NORTHAMPTON COLLEGE

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

    • Business Administrator L3
    • One day per month for workshops at Booth Lane Campus up to 18 months in duration

    Requirements

    Essential qualifications

    GCSE or equivalent in:

    • English (grade C/4)
    • Maths (grade C/4)

    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
    • Team working
    • Able to work to deadlines
    • Ability to self manage

    About this company

    Established in 2002 CKN Print is a leading printing company dedicated to delivering high-quality print solutions to our clients. In an era where sustainability and environmental impact command heightened attention, we have embraced the responsibility of mitigating our ecological footprint. At CKN Print, we actively integrate eco-conscious practices into every facet of our operations, from sourcing environmentally responsible materials to adopting energy-efficient workflows. By taking these steps, we actively contribute to a more environmentally conscious future while upholding our esteemed printing services.

    After this apprenticeship

    Continuous professional development and career progression within the business

    Ask a question

    The contact for this apprenticeship is:

    NORTHAMPTON COLLEGE

    Business Centre

    business.centre@northamptoncollege.ac.uk

    01604734323

    The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000250173.

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    Closes in 14 days (Monday 21 October at 11:59pm)

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