Business Administration Apprentice

SOUTH DURHAM STRUCTURES LTD

CO DURHAM (DL14 6XR)

Closes in 17 days (Wednesday 15 April 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 26 March 2026

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Summary

We are looking to employ a Business Admin Apprentice in our busy office based in South church Industrial Estate. This is an exciting opportunity for someone looking start their career in a well-rounded administration role.

Wage

£15,392 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday - Thursday, 8.30am - 5.00pm and Friday, 8.30am - 4.00pm.

37 hours a week

Start date

Tuesday 5 May 2026

Duration

1 year 3 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

  • Answering phones
  • Filing Post Photocopying
  • Typing variations
  • Setting up costing sheets and member sheets
  • Entering tender files and information on databases
  • Letting typing, Reception duties, Completing load sheets
  • Arranging skip collections
  • You will be supporting the buyer, accounts and all other administration roles such as stationary ordering  and assisting with organising accommodation

Where you'll work

DOVECOT HILL SOUTH CHURCH
ENTERPRISE PARK
BISHOP AUCKLAND
CO DURHAM
DL14 6XR

Training

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

Training provider

BISHOP AUCKLAND COLLEGE

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

Training will take place at the work place with monthly assessor visits

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

  • English (grade 4)
  • Maths (grade 4)

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
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Patience

About this employer

Based in Bishop Auckland in the North East, We have been fabricating and erecting structural steel for some of the UK's biggest (and smallest) main contractors since 1981.Whether it's a straightforward frame or a complex structure, our expert teams are up for the challenge. We also specialize in refurbishments, providing a seamless service from initial design all the way to final installation. We are dedicated to delivering every project to the highest standard, within your budget, and on schedule.

http://www.south-durham-structures.co.uk/ (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

  • Possible full time employment 

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The contact for this apprenticeship is:

BISHOP AUCKLAND COLLEGE

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000023508.

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Closes in 17 days (Wednesday 15 April 2026 at 11:59pm)