Business Support Administrator Apprentice
BLUE ROSE ENERGY SERVICES LTD
Retford (DN22 7HJ)
Closes in 24 days (Friday 15 May 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 21 April 2026
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Summary
An exciting opportunity to gain hands-on experience
in business administration within a professional office
environment. The apprenticeship will cover operational, finance, and general administrative duties, helping you develop valuable workplace skills, confidence, and career progression opportunities.
- Wage
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£11,856 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age
National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices
- Training course
- Business administrator (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday: 8:30 – 15:00 (dedicated college work day, in office)
Tuesday – Thursday: 8:30 – 16:30.
28 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Saturday 30 May 2026
- Duration
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1 year 6 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 is varied and challenging, not limited to, but encompasses the following key areas:
Operational (Fleet/Engineers)
Fleet PCN’s
- New starter induction emails
- Tool preparation
- Tool recharges
- Incoming post management
- Service ticket support
Financial
- Data imports
- Invoice processing
- Purchase ledger support
- Payroll support
- Supplier statement reconciliations
Where you'll work
Unit 5
Amelia Court
Retford
DN22 7HJ
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
RNN GROUP
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 successful candidate will continue their studies with apprenticeship specialists, RNN Group both remotely and from one of their campuses, giving you the training and support you need to become a well-rounded and successful administrator.
The Apprentice Standard you will be studying is Business Administration – Level 3
Requirements
Essential qualifications
GCSE 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
- Presentation skills
- Administrative skills
- Number skills
- Analytical skills
- Logical
- Team working
- Creative
- Initiative
- Non judgemental
- Ability to work independently
- Reliable and punctual
- Be reliable and punctual
- Knowledge of Excel
Other requirements
They are looking for someone who can get there in a morning punctually (think about the location of the business and transport links), listen/learn and use their own initiative to quickly become a valued and productive team member.
About this employer
At Blue Rose Energy Services, we do more than just energy metering—we power progress. As a trusted partner for energy companies and end-users alike, we deliver expert metering solutions with efficiency, precision, and care. Our commitment to excellence ensures that energy providers can rely on accurate, timely, and professional service, keeping homes and businesses running smoothly.
Keigan Gilliatt started our journey in 2019 with major upscaling in 2022 when Kris Gleadall joined the company. We quickly became one of the UK’s fastest growing, multi utility metering company in the 2023/24. With a combined 20+ years experience as engineers and ex military, we understand both the industry, what is required from all parts of the business and a high importance on employee welfare.
Our mission is to continue to build a team dedicated to delivering outstanding service across the energy sector, with a fully supported back office and making a meaningful impact in the community.
After this apprenticeship
Further and higher skill development within the organisation.
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
RNN GROUP
lorraine
lorraine.savage@rnngroup.ac.uk
07713 319356
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000027470.
Apply now
Closes in 24 days (Friday 15 May 2026 at 11:59pm)