Administration Apprentice

SOLSKEN LIMITED

SHEFFIELD (S9 1EP)

Closes on Tuesday 30 June 2026

Posted on 18 May 2026

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Summary

Are you ready to take your first steps into a business administration career? We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic  Administration Apprentice to join our dynamic team to start with us as soon as possible.

This is a remote role with one day a month required to visit the Crewe office

Wage

Competitive

Competitive wage offered

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Pay will be discussed at interview dependent on experience.

Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday 9am - 5pm Wednesday off.

30 hours a week

Start date

Wednesday 1 July 2026

Duration

1 year 6 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

 You will play a key part in recruitment administration, compliance monitoring, and general office support while helping us maintain the expectations set out by the Care Quality Commission.

After training, you will oversee vital checks for new staff, maintain accurate records, track mandatory training, update compliance documents, and support managers with day-to-day operational tasks. This role is remote-based with one day a month at the Crewe office.

Where you'll work

1 THE OASIS MANAGEMENT SUITE
MEADOWHALL CENTRE
SHEFFIELD
S9 1EP

Training

Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.

Training provider

NATIONAL UPSKILL LIMITED

Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

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What you'll learn

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.

Training schedule

You will be trained in-house to ensure you have the correct skills and tools to complete your daily tasks. 

This will be supported by your apprenticeship tutor on a monthly basis. You will attend online workshops and work towards your Business Administration Level 3 qualification as part of your role.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

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

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

  • Communication skills
  • IT skills
  • Attention to detail
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Problem solving skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience

Other requirements

A DBS check is required.

Candidate must be based on the Wirral.

Driving Licence preffered for monthly travel to Crewe.

About this employer

Solsken is a national community complex homecare provider that delivers practical and personal support (domiciliary and specialist care). We deliver quality client centred care to people of all ages with differing needs, and long-term conditions.

Our aim is to promote independence and provide quality care services that meet every client’s individual wishes and needs.

http://www.solskencare.com (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Casual dress.
Company pension.
Referral programme.

Disability Confident

Disability Confident

A fair proportion of interviews for this apprenticeship will be offered to applicants with a disability or long-term health condition. This includes non-visible disabilities and conditions.

You can choose to be considered for an interview under the Disability Confident scheme. You’ll need to meet the essential requirements to be considered for an interview.

After this apprenticeship

A potential full-time position will be offered on completion of a successful apprenticeship. This will be subject to business needs.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

NATIONAL UPSKILL LIMITED

Mark Guiver

mark.guiver@nationalupskill.co.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000032126.

Apply now

Closes on Tuesday 30 June 2026