Administration Apprentice

Vuba Chemical Innovations Ltd

BEVERLEY (HU17 0LF)

Closes in 16 days (Monday 11 August 2025 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 24 July 2025

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Summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic Apprentice Administrator to join Vuba. You will get the opportunity to work within all of our departments (Logistics, Sales, HR, Marketing, Procurement and Finance) to gain an understanding of how each department works

Wage

£14,526.20 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
To be discussed at interview.

37 hours a week

Start date

Monday 1 September 2025

Duration

1 year 4 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

  • Provide general administrative support, including filing, photocopying, scanning, and data entry
  • Answer telephone calls and direct enquiries to the appropriate team members
  • Maintain accurate records and update internal systems
  • Assist in the preparation of reports, presentations, and correspondence
  • Manage incoming and outgoing posts and emails
  • Support with organising meetings, scheduling appointments, and maintaining calendars
  • Work collaboratively with colleagues across departments to ensure administrative efficiency
  • Uphold confidentiality and data protection procedures
  • Take on ad-hoc tasks as required by the team or supervisor

Where you'll work

UNIT B3-4
ANNIE REED ROAD
BEVERLEY
HU17 0LF

Training

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

Training provider

TEC PARTNERSHIP

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

To be discussed at interview (Typical 4 days office-based, 1 day college-based).

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4/C)
  • Maths (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
  • Presentation skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience

Other requirements

Excellent attitude to work Can do attitude Excellent attention to detail and strong organisational skills Full UK Driving Licence

About this employer

Vuba Chemical Innovations Ltd, founded in 2009 and headquartered in Beverley, East Yorkshire, is a fast-growing British resin manufacturer and distributor. Specialising in resin-bound surfacing, epoxy floor coatings, repair mortars, and innovative building products, Vuba operates across multiple UK sites and exports globally — including to the USA, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and the Middle East. Recognised by The Sunday Times and Financial Times as one of the fastest-growing companies in the UK and Europe, Vuba has built a strong reputation for quality, customer satisfaction, and performance. With a dynamic social media presence, over a million followers, and thousands of 5-star reviews, the company is committed to excellence in both product and service. At Vuba, we foster a culture of innovation, growth, and sustainability, aiming to lead the resin surfacing industry with permeable, eco-friendly solutions.

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

Company benefits

Company bonus & incentives, 24 days holiday + BH, monthly Life Admin hours, training & progression, socials, on-site parking, travel, early Friday finish, Foodie Friday lunch, staff discounts & referral rewards.

After this apprenticeship

To be discussed at interview: Vuba is a progressive company, and for the right candidates, permanent opportunities, further progression, and even promotion are possible.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

TEC PARTNERSHIP

Jade Bishop

bishopj@eastridingcollege.ac.uk

01482390781

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC1000333597.

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Closes in 16 days (Monday 11 August 2025 at 11:59pm)

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