Business Administrator Apprentice

Summary

We are a nationwide provider of Highways Maintenance & Civil Engineering projects who are looking for an Apprentice to support the head office and operational functions. This is an ideal opportunity for a person looking to kick-start their career and gain valuable hands-on experience in a busy environment working towards a recognised qualification.

Wage

£14,722.50 to £23,809.50, depending on your age

National Minimum Wage

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Candidates Aged 16-18 will be paid £10 an hour rather than the lower £7.55 hourly rate.

Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Hours

Work hours, 09.00 – 17.00 Monday – Thursday and 09.00 – 16.00 Friday.

37 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Monday 8 September 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

The Role

You will learn and develop the required skills for day-to-day, general administration duties.

Your role will include:

Data entry, using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets.
Answering incoming calls, confidently.
Assisting with accommodation requirements.
Place orders via the relevant supplier and raise the purchase order in Sage.
Raising invoices through Sage and issuing to the client.
Collating and reconciliation of month-end information for Finance.
Supporting with project administration as and when required.
Assisting the team with all operational queries and having a can-do attitude.
Collating timesheets/hours to enable processing by finance.
Liaising with accounts on queries.
Liaise with and build relationships with clients and the supply chain in a professional manner.

Where you'll work

UNIT 3
PARKFIELD BUSINESS PARK
RUGBY WESTERN RELIEF ROAD
RUGBY
CV21 1QJ

Training

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

College or training organisation

WARWICKSHIRE COLLEGE

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

Level 3 Business Administration Standard.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English, 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
IT skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills
Team working
Initiative
Be able to commute to work
Basic knowledge of Microsoft

Other requirements

Experience is not required as full training and guidance will be provided. Please complete the application form in full. This must include an accurate and detailed list of your qualifications. If you do not live near the employer address, please detail how you plan to travel/commute to the role, considering available transport and journey times. Due to the volume of applications WCG receives, if you are not selected for an interview, you may not receive a response to your application.

About this company

Nuphalt Contracting Ltd is a nationwide provider of Highways Maintenance and Civil Engineering projects.

https://www.nuphalt.com/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

Benefits: Company pension. 24/7 Health & Wellbeing support, including our EAP. On-site parking. 25 days annual leave + bank holidays. Opportunity for career progression within the company.

After this apprenticeship

A full-time position on successful completion of the apprenticeship.

This is a varied role which offers opportunities for development within the company which is experiencing a rapid growth period.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

WARWICKSHIRE COLLEGE

SARAH ASHMORE

sashmore@warwickshire.ac.uk

07740419319

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000330230.

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Closes on Friday 5 September 2025

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