Business Administration Assistant Apprentice

Summary

An exciting and growing signage and display manufacturer is looking for an enthusiastic Business Administration Apprentice. A fantastic opportunity to join our Team and gain experience in a variety of administrative duties. Start your career and grow within a small but dynamic team where you can really make an impact. An opportunity not to be missed.

Wage

£15,311.40 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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£7.55 per hour for first year of apprenticeship Age-related hourly minimum wage for second year of apprenticeship However, pay is regularly reviewed - performance based

Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Hours

Monday to Thursday 8.00am – 4.30pm Friday 8.00am – 3.30pm.

39 hours a week

Start date

Monday 18 August 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

Located in a small reception area, the successful apprentice will welcome visitors to the Signage & Display Company.

Main duties will include (but not limited to):

Answering telephone calls – taking messages / passing to appropriate colleagues
Sales invoicing - including data entry of proof of delivery and processing invoices
Company policies & procedures – assisting with updates
Participation and minute-taking at the Health & Safety Committee meetings
Maintain our approved supplier register
Assisting Account Managers and Project Managers with administrative duties when required
Maintaining health & safety records when required

Where you'll work

UNITS 1-2
VENTURE COURT
DODWELLS ROAD
HINCKLEY
LE10 3BT

Training

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

College or training organisation

NORTH WARWICKSHIRE AND SOUTH LEICESTERSHIRE 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

Work place apprenticeship with regular training with an North Warwickshire and Leicestershire College. At least 6 hours of your working week will be spent training or studying.

Training is delivered via online sessions every 6 weeks for 4 hours.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths & English (grade 4/C)

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
Customer care skills
Team working
Initiative
Hard Working
Reliable

Other requirements

Commute - Can the apprentice travel to the place of work and/or college?

About this company

We are an exciting and growing signage and display manufacturer.The Signage & Display Co. officially commenced trading on the 1st October 2018, and the 28 strong work force is now in excess of 50, formed from former employees of both trade signage manufacturers, and end user suppliers. Alongside this, we have already invested 10% of turnover to date into additional machinery, equipment, and vehicles, highlighting our commitment to looking forwards.

After this apprenticeship

Possible potential to specialise in Accounts, Account Management, Health & Safety, or Human Resources.

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