Business Admin Apprentice

Summary

Exciting Business Admin position with Carbon Down LTD.

Wage

£13,741 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course

Business administrator (level 3)

Hours

Monday - Friday, between 9am-5pm.

35 hours a week

Start date

Friday 15 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

Prepares and submits installation measure packages to funding partners with precision and timeliness
Uses PDF tools and Microsoft Word to compile, format, and manage essential documentation
Maintains high standards of accuracy and attention to detail across all administrative tasks
Thrives in a fast-paced, evolving environment, adapting quickly to new processes and requirements
Demonstrates a proactive, can-do attitude and a commitment to continuous learning
Receives comprehensive training to ensure success and growth in the role

Where you'll work

7 IDLE ROAD
BRADFORD
BD2 4QA

Training

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

College or training organisation

BRADFORD 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

Monthly Sessions at College or Workplace
Work uploaded to Aptem (Online)
Assessor to visit workplace every 6-8 weeks

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

GCSE in:

English (grade C or 4)
Maths (grade C or 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
Administrative skills
Logical
Team working
Non judgemental
Patience
Positive Attitude

About this company

Carbon Reduction Business – Energy Efficiency Specialists Operating for 7 successful years, delivering sustainable solutions across the UK Specialises in government-backed energy grants to improve household energy efficiency Works closely with funding partners to install approved measures that reduce carbon emissions Supports national efforts to meet Net Zero targets by upgrading homes with eco-friendly technologies Offers expert guidance on grant eligibility, application, and installation processes Committed to making energy-efficient living

After this apprenticeship

Full-time position

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

BRADFORD COLLEGE

Nathan Roebuck

n.roebuck@bradfordcollege.ac.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000331680.

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Closes in 12 days (Tuesday 29 July 2025 at 11:59pm)

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