Business Administration apprenticeship - Leeds

Ashfords Chartered Accountants

Unit 2 Manor Court (LS11 8LQ)

Closes on Thursday 4 June 2026

Posted on 30 April 2026

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Summary

Ashford Accountants are looking for a new Business Administration Apprentice. You will be studying for your Business Administration apprenticeship Level 3.

• Wage:

  £14,560 for your first year, then could increase depending on your age

  National Minimum Wage rate for apprentices

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• Training course: Business administrator (level 3)
• Hours: Monday-Friday 9AM-5PM.

  35 hours a week

• Start date:

  Thursday 11 June 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

Key Responsibilities:

• Opening, sorting and distributing incoming post, scanning and saving in our Nexus software (training provided)
• Date stamping documents and accurately forwarding correspondence to the relevant client or team member
• Answering incoming telephone calls in a professional manner and transferring calls to the appropriate person
• Sending and responding to email messages as instructed
• Setting up meeting rooms, including preparing rooms in advance and ensuring they are tidy and ready for use
• Checking office and meeting room diaries daily and highlighting any changes or clashes
•  Filing documents accurately, both electronically and in paper files where required
• Carrying out ad-hoc administrative duties to support the wider team
• Ensuring office facilities are well-stocked, including stationery and refreshments
• Keeping communal areas, meeting rooms and office facilities clean, tidy and well-presented
• Client records – arrange to be returned following instructions

Where you'll work

Unit 2 Manor Court
LS11 8LQ

Training

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

Training provider

BABINGTON BUSINESS COLLEGE 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

Founded in 1974, we've been delivering market-leading learning and talent solutions for over forty years. We’re privileged to help individuals unlock their potential and realise the value of their skills and talents. As one of the UK's largest and longest-established apprenticeship and training providers, we're proud to help organisations and individuals unlock their potential and make skills really work for them. Upon completion of this 15-month apprenticeship, you will have obtained your Business Administration L3 Apprenticeship.

Requirements

Desirable qualifications

Other in:

English Language GCSE / Equivalent (grade )

Share if you have other relevant qualifications and industry experience. The apprenticeship can be adjusted to reflect what you already know.

Skills

• Administrative Skills
• Attention to Detail
• IT Skills
• Organisational Skills,

Other requirements

The closing date guidance, if a successful candidate is found before the advertised dates, the advert will close early.

About this employer

We specialise in a variety of services that your business can benefit from. We deal with top quality services such as Accounts, Corporation Tax, Personal Tax, VAT. Payroll, Management Accounts, Company Secretarial Services and Many more!

After this apprenticeship

There is a possibility of being offered a full-time role after successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

BABINGTON BUSINESS COLLEGE LIMITED

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000029244.

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Closes on Thursday 4 June 2026

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