Business Services Administrator Apprentice
DANFO UK LTD
BLACKPOOL (FY2 0JY)
Closes in 21 days (Tuesday 7 April 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 16 March 2026
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Summary
We’re offering an exciting opportunity for someone looking to start a career in business administration. If you’re enthusiastic, reliable and eager to join a growing company, we want to hear from you. This role is ideal for someone motivated and ready to learn while working towards a Level 3 Business Administrator qualification.
- Wage
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£21,000 a year
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Upto £21,000 for the right applicant depending on age and experience.
- Training course
- Business administrator (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday - Friday. 8-hours per day, flexible between the hours of 8.00am - 5.00pm, with up to 1-hour maximum paid lunch break.
40 hours a week
- Start date
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Monday 20 April 2026
- Duration
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1 year 4 months
- Positions available
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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 of this position is to be the support of day-to-day Business Services functions across the UK. This role provides essential administrative, operational, financial and clerical support to ensure smooth daily business operations.
Key responsibilities include:
- Managing correspondence
- Maintaining files
- Helping with daily accounting tasks
- Data entry, and financial reporting and handling data entry with high accuracy. They act as a liaison between teams, manage office supplies, and support project-based tasks
Main duties and responsibilities:
- Ensure the office is supplied and purchases are kept to a “necessary” basis
- Provide personal assistance to both the Office & Administration Co-Ordinator & the Finance Co-Ordinator ensuring information is supplied as & when required
- Be a support point of contact centrally for staff
- Assist with the management of the vehicle fleet centrally including monitoring fuel and telematics
- Assist with the management of the Vehicle Repairs Process and Servicing for Cleaners & maintenance vehicles in conjunction with the drivers and National Services Managers
- To look at and implement improvements to the current systems where necessary
- Ensure all central documentation is continually updated such as HR files, Annual Leave, Sickness, SOLO (training to be provided)
- Assist with the Support of all IT purchases and issues
- Ensure office routine tasks are completed and recorded e.g. fire alarms, fire extinguishers, first aid kit replenishments, accident report documentation etc.
- Backup for ordering consumables, parts for stock when required working with the Regional Operations Managers
- Assist with the Central management of PPE/Tools in conjunction with Maintenance Supervisors
- Assist with resolving complaints in a timely manner with full audit trail recording
- Assist with drivers' licence compliance checks
- Assist with invoice processing - Maintain well organised and accurate electronic filing systems, to enable easy location of invoices and other documentation to resolve queries that arise after original invoices are processed
- Assist with credit card processing
- Assist with creating new suppliers
- Assist with creating purchase orders
- Ensuring company policies are followed, including Health & Safety, Equal Opportunities, and confidentiality guidelines
The above is not an exhaustive list of duties and you will be expected to perform different tasks as necessitated by the organisation which are relevant to your post.
Where you'll work
UNIT 5F
MOORFIELDS
BISPHAM
BLACKPOOL
FY2 0JY
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
C.M.S. VOCATIONAL TRAINING LIMITED
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
As a Business Administrator Apprentice, you will complete the following qualifications as part of your apprenticeship:
- Level 3 Business Administrator Standard Apprenticeship
- You will also develop the skills, knowledge and behaviours required to work within an office environment
- This apprenticeship is delivered in the workplace and 20% of your working time will be dedicated towards training and learning new skills
- You will be allocated a tutor who will provide you with personal support and assessment at pre-arranged times
- Assessment is through a variety of methods, including observations in the workplace, witness testimonies, product evidence and professional discussions
- All evidence will be logged to your electronic portfolio
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE in:
Desirable qualifications
A Level in:
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
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Initiative
- Good attendance record
- Self Motivated
- Good knowledge of Microsoft
- Adaptable
- Clean and tidy appearance
Other requirements
Native or bilingual proficiency in English: The candidate must be able to communicate fluently and effectively in English, both in written and spoken forms.
Be able to supply information and prepare basic reports.
About this employer
Danfo is an international company specialising in the design, manufacture, installation, and maintenance of high-quality public toilet facilities. Founded in 1969 in Sweden, Danfo has over 50 years of experience delivering clean, safe, and sustainable sanitation solutions for cities, parks, transport hubs, and outdoor environments. The company combines innovative design, modern technology, and long-term maintenance services to create durable and accessible public toilets that meet the needs of communities worldwide. With operations in several countries including the UK, Danfo is committed to improving public spaces through reliable, inclusive, and environmentally responsible toilet solutions.
After this apprenticeship
Great prospects for progression to a full-time position for the right candidate.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
C.M.S. VOCATIONAL TRAINING LIMITED
Katrina Clarke
katrina.clarke@cmsvoc.co.uk
01924 470477
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000021304.
Apply now
Closes in 21 days (Tuesday 7 April 2026 at 11:59pm)