Apprentice Business Administrator

Elliotts Premier Roofing

Southampton (SO14 5AG)

Closes in 15 days (Sunday 17 May 2026 at 11:59pm)

Posted on 1 May 2026

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Summary

Looking for your first step into a professional career? Want to earn while you learn in a fun, supportive & fast-paced office?

At Elliotts Premier Roofing, we’re offering an exciting Apprentice Administrator role where you’ll gain real skills, real experience, and a real career opportunity in the construction industry.

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
8.00am - 5.00pm, Monday to Friday.

40 hours a week

Start date

Monday 1 June 2026

Duration

1 year 6 months

Positions available

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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

This role is perfect for someone who wants to learn how a busy construction business operates.

You’ll be supporting the team with things like:

  • Answering calls and emails from customers, suppliers, and colleagues
  • Scheduling appointments and site visits
  • Helping prepare quotes, contracts, and project documents
  • Learning how to markup site plans with the estimating team
  • Ordering materials from suppliers and tracking deliveries
  • Preparing paperwork for roofing teams heading out to site
  • Keeping records and systems up to date
  • Supporting the contracts team and occasionally visiting construction sites for project meetings
  • Helping keep the office running smoothly
  • Don’t worry if you’ve never done this before, we’ll teach you everything you need to know

Where you'll work

Millbank Wharf
Northam
Southampton
SO14 5AG

Training

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

Training provider

HTP APPRENTICESHIP COLLEGE LTD

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

You will be undertaking the Level 3 Business Administrator Apprenticeship Standard and fully supported by HTP Apprenticeship College.

You will be developing Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours in the following areas:

  • IT
  • Record and Document Production
  • Decision Making
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Quality Planning
  • Project Management
  • Business Processes

As part of the off-the-job training, you will complete a portfolio of evidence, attend online workshops, have time to study independently, undertake research and write assignments.

The apprenticeship is assessed independently at the end of the practical training. The assessments include an online multiple-choice test, a business project and presentation and a professional discussion based on a portfolio of evidence.

More training information

For more information on HTP Apprenticeship College:

www.htp.ac.uk

Requirements

Essential qualifications

GCSE in:

English & Maths (grade 4-9 or A*-C)

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
  • Team working
  • Initiative
  • Non judgemental

About this employer

For over 90 years, Elliotts Premier Roofing have provided superior roofing solutions for residential and commercial projects across the south of England.

At Elliott’s Premier Roofing, we bring hands-on expertise to every project, delivering high-performance roofing solutions for homes and businesses alike. From complex designs to tailored advice, we bring precision, craftsmanship, and world-class service to every job.

https://elliottspremierroofing.uk/ (opens in new tab)

Company benefits

  • Profit share scheme
  • 24/7 wellbeing support
  • 22 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Staff discounts
  • Christmas hamper
  • “Pizza on Us” office days
  • Company pension

After this apprenticeship

Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, there may be the opportunity for a permanent role.

Many people who start in admin go on to build careers in areas like:

  • Office management
  • Estimating
  • Finance
  • Contracts management
  • Project support

If you’re motivated, curious, and ready to learn, we’ll help you grow.

Ask a question

The contact for this apprenticeship is:

HTP APPRENTICESHIP COLLEGE LTD

Simon Attrill

simon.attrill@htp.ac.uk

The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000029574.

Apply now

Closes in 15 days (Sunday 17 May 2026 at 11:59pm)