Administration Assistant Apprentice

C F MIDDLETON LIMITED

ALFORD (LN13 0HQ)

Closes in 21 days (Wednesday 15 April 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 25 March 2026

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Summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to join our small, friendly team as an apprentice, supporting the day to day running of the business.

This is a great opportunity for someone who is interested in business and finance and wants to develop practical skills in a supportive environment.

Wage

£11,713 a year

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Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday 8.30 am to 4.30 pm with 30 minutes lunch (on site) Wednesday 8.30 am to 12.30 pm (work from home).

26 hours 30 minutes a week

Start date

Friday 1 May 2026

Duration

1 year 9 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 will include:

  • Inputting purchase invoices
  • Reconciling bank accounts
  • Assisting with client queries
  • Supporting payroll processing
  • Producing financial reports

You will also gain experience in a range of administrative tasks across the business, giving you a well-rounded understanding of how a small business operates.

We are looking for someone who is:

·        Organised and willing to learn

·        Comfortable working with numbers

·        A good communicator

·        Keen to build a career in finance or business

Where you'll work

DALBY GRANGE
FORDINGTON
ALFORD
LN13 0HQ

Training

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

Training provider

EAST LINDSEY INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CENTRE

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

The qualification will be achieved within the workplace over the duration of the apprenticeship.

Please Note:

Our office is based in a rural location with no public transport so the successful applicant must ensure they have a reliable means of transport.

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4 / C and above)
  • Maths (grade 4 / C and above)

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
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Initiative
  • Literacy skills

About this employer

C F Middleton is a family farming business run by Andrew and Emma Middleton. Emma also has a small book-keeping business

 

After this apprenticeship

There maybe the opportunity to progress to further qualifications.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

EAST LINDSEY INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY CENTRE

Jude Ingram

jude.ingram@firstcollegelincs.co.uk

01507 601122

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000023278.

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Closes in 21 days (Wednesday 15 April 2026 at 11:59pm)