Business Administration apprenticeship
AVT Pump Ltd
Warrington (WA5 7ZB)
Closes in 21 days (Friday 29 May 2026 at 11:59pm)
Posted on 8 May 2026
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Summary
This apprenticeship offers a fantastic opportunity to gain practical experience in a professional environment while working towards a recognised qualification in Business Administration.
- Wage
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£16,500 a year
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Wage will be national minimum for wage by 12months into the apprenticeship.
- Training course
- Business administrator (level 3)
- Hours
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Monday- Friday
Hours to be confirmed, likely 9am- 5pm.
37 hours 30 minutes a week
- Start date
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Monday 1 June 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
As a Business Administration Level 3 Apprentice at AVT Reliability, you will support the administrative functions of our dynamic team.
Key Responsibilities:
Administrative Support:
- Assist with sales order processing, invoicing and purchase order raising
- Manage incoming and outgoing mail and emails.
Answer telephone calls, take messages, and direct calls to appropriate personnel
Document Management:
- Maintain and update electronic and paper records ensuring information is accurate and readily accessible
- Assist in the preparation and distribution of reports, presentations, and other documents
Customer Service:
- Provide excellent customer service to internal and external clients
- Assist in handling inquiries and resolving issues promptly and efficiently
Meeting Coordination:
- Schedule and organise meetings, including booking rooms and preparing necessary materials
- Take minutes during meetings and distribute them to relevant parties
Project Support:
- Assist in various projects and tasks as assigned by supervisors
- Support team members in the implementation of new systems and processes
Financial Administration:
Assist with basic financial tasks such as processing invoices
Learning and Development:
- Engage in learning activities provided by the apprenticeship program
- Actively participate in training sessions and workshops to develop skills and knowledge
- Support the Internal Training Manager with administrative tasks as and where required- supporting the Learning and Development across the business
Where you'll work
Unit 2
Easter Court, Europa Boulevard, Westbrook
Warrington
WA5 7ZB
Training
Apprenticeships include time away from working for specialist training. You’ll study to gain professional knowledge and skills.
Training provider
1ST2 ACHIEVE TRAINING 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
- Comprehensive training and development program to support your apprenticeship
- Opportunities to attend relevant courses and workshops
- All training will take place at the workplace via tutor led monthly visits/ sessions
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
- Problem solving skills
- Administrative skills
- Team working
- Initiative
- Microsoft office
About this employer
AVT Reliability is a leader in asset management and reliability solutions. We specialise in providing innovative products and services that enhance the reliability and performance of our clients' critical assets. Our commitment to excellence and continuous improvement makes us a trusted partner in the industry.
After this apprenticeship
- Potential for career progression within the company upon successful completion of the apprenticeship
Ask a question
The contact for this apprenticeship is:
1ST2 ACHIEVE TRAINING LIMITED
Amy
amy@1st2achieve.co.uk
The reference code for this apprenticeship is VAC2000030709.
Apply now
Closes in 21 days (Friday 29 May 2026 at 11:59pm)