Business Administration Apprenticeship (36196)

Summary

A fantastic opportunity has arisen with BlockAid LTD for an administration apprentice to join their team. You will offer communications to customers both existing and new, along with supporting the work of internal employees.

Wage

£14,918.80 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Friday, 9.00am - 5.00pm.

38 hours a week

Start date

Monday 30 June 2025

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

Duties include but not limited to:

Keeping well-organised files and records of business activity
Social medias updates and website
Interacting with clients, on the phone or in person
Following up on business communications, billing, and orders
Collecting and inputting company data
Making travel arrangements
Building relationships with clients
Support executive team
Ordering office stationery and supplies
Participate in office meetings and taking minutes
Any other administrative tasks as required

Block Aid Ltd are looking for an apprentice who would probably progress in the Transport/Construction Industry, with an opportunity to progress into transport management in the long term. They transport Asphalt/Aggregates, sand and quarry materials throughout the northwest for businesses such as Tarmac/Heidelberg and Travis Perks to name a few. The main works as an apprentice is on the operational side within the office initially dealing with the basics in administration leading up to a more responsible role as time goes on.

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard, which includes:

Excellent work experience
End-Point Assessment (EPA)

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

Full-time employment prospects for the right apprentice upon completion of level 3 apprenticeship

What will happen next?

New applicants to The Growth Company who meet any basic entry requirements of the role will be contacted within two working days to be invited to meet a member of our team.

You will then have the opportunity to find out:

More about this vacancy and any others you are suitable for
Any training you need to complete
What the next steps will be

How you could get there:

If you would be catching public transport for this role, visit the Journey Planner on www.tfgm.com to see how you would get there and how long it would take.

Where you'll work

293-297 NEW BANK ST
LONGSIGHT
MANCHESTER
M12 4HW

Training

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

College or training organisation

THE GROWTH COMPANY LIMITED

Your 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.

Your training plan

Full apprenticeship training provided, working towards an Advanced Level Apprenticeship gaining a Level 3 Business Administrator qualification.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE or equivalent in:

English (grade A*-C/9-4)
Maths (grade A*-C/9-4)

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
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Customer care skills
Administrative skills
Team working
Good attendance
Willing to learn
Good listener
Polite
Hardworking
Approachable
Positive
Motivated
Flexible

About this company

At Block Aid we have the stock to handle any enquiry and we also own and manage a unique range of vehicles and equipment to ensure we are never beaten by location or terrain. It means whatever your problem; we have a solution to suit your needs - plus an innovative 'can do' attitude that keeps our clients coming back! Block Aid ltd is a commercial drainage and specialist Haulier. They were established in 1995 and have 1 million turnovers. It’s a family run business and has a great team to work with in professional and friendly environment.

After this apprenticeship

Full-time employment prospects for the right apprentice upon completion of level 3 apprenticeship.

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