Business Administration Apprentice

TRADE PAINTS UK LTD

WEST THURROCK (RM20 3FH)

Closes in 10 days (Friday 15 May 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 5 May 2026

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Summary

We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Office Administrator to join our dynamic team. This position is ideal for individuals looking to gain valuable experience in an office environment. You will provide essential administrative support, ensuring the smooth operation of daily office activities.  

Wage

£16,640 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

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Training course
Business administrator (level 3)
Hours
Monday to Friday 8am-5pm.

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 25 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

  • Assist with clerical tasks such as filing, photocopying, and scanning documents.
  • Perform data entry tasks accurately and efficiently, maintaining up-to-date records.
  • Manage incoming phone calls with professionalism and excellent phone etiquette.
  • Support the organisation of meetings, including scheduling and preparing necessary materials.
  • Utilise Microsoft Office for document creation, spreadsheets, and presentations.
  • Maintain an organised office environment by managing supplies and equipment.
  • Assist with basic bookkeeping tasks.
  • Collaborate with team members to ensure administrative processes run smoothly.
     

Where you'll work

UNIT 5
THE GLADE BUSINESS CENTRE
EASTERN AVE
WEST THURROCK
RM20 3FH

Training

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

Training provider

SOUTH ESSEX COLLEGE OF FURTHER AND HIGHER EDUCATION

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

This apprenticeship will be 5 days in the office, no college days are required.

You will be assessed remotely and with face to face booked meetings with your assessor. 

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

Maths and English (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
  • Problem solving skills
  • Administrative skills
  • Number skills
  • Analytical skills
  • Logical
  • Team working
  • Creative
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental
  • Patience
  • Physical fitness

About this employer

We’re a paint manufacturer with over 30 years of experience. While we remain a relatively small company, we have strong ambitions to grow and strengthen our position as a market leader in the industry. During our busiest periods, the environment can be fast-paced, but with a great team around us, it’s also a fun and friendly place to work.

https://www.paints4trade.com (opens in new tab)

After this apprenticeship

Possible full-time employment on successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

SOUTH ESSEX COLLEGE OF FURTHER AND HIGHER EDUCATION

Diane Ridgley

diane.ridgley@southessex.ac.uk

01702221858

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000029003.

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Closes in 10 days (Friday 15 May 2026 at 11:59pm)